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Proposal Manager

Impulse - Redondo Beach, CA, USA - In-office

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Impulse Space seeks a Proposal Manager to lead the development and submission of high-quality proposals for competitive US Government programs. This technical role bridges Business Development with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Finance, Legal, Mission Management, and other departments. Key responsibilities include: • Write and edit technical proposals for government opportunities, serving as both primary contributor and quality editor • Evaluate new business opportunities and formulate solutions in collaboration with the Business Development team • Read, understand, and synthesize complex technical requirements documents from customer RFPs • Break down proposal efforts into manageable tasks and coordinate inputs from technical experts across the company • Develop and maintain proposal schedules and timelines • Create supporting graphics and materials for proposals • Ensure all proposals meet submission compliance requirements • Maintain and improve the company's repository of reusable proposal content and templates • Support other teams with technical writing, editing, and communication needs (white papers, technical documentation) The role offers the opportunity to own the proposal process end-to-end, identify continuous improvements, and streamline future efforts. You'll work with a technical audience and develop deep understanding of Impulse's capabilities, customer needs, and government contracting landscape. Required qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or related discipline • 5+ years of professional writing and/or editing experience • 2+ years of experience publishing professional documents • Strong ability to communicate technical material clearly and professionally • Demonstrated proficiency in planning and managing schedules

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