Proposal Development Manager

NODA is a Veteran-owned, venture-backed technology company transforming how unmanned systems collaborate in complex, mission-critical environments. The Proposal Development Manager leads NODA's government proposal efforts from start to finish, works closely with Business Development, Engineering, Contracts, and Finance to turn complex technology into clear, winning submissions, and helps build the processes that let NODA respond quickly as it grows. Position is hybrid, based in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities

Lead proposal development for government solicitations from kickoff through submission; Review requirements and build compliance plans and schedules for each response; Coordinate writers, technical experts, and reviewers to deliver high-quality proposals on time; Write and edit proposal content, translating technical capabilities into clear, persuasive language; Work with Contracts and Finance to keep pricing and technical volumes aligned; Build and maintain templates, processes, and a reusable content library; Capture lessons learned to improve future proposals and win rates

Requirements

5+ years of experience in proposal management or development for government contracts; Experience managing multiple proposals under tight deadlines; Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills; Familiarity with federal proposal requirements and review processes; U.S. citizenship required due to ITAR regulations; Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Nice to have

Experience supporting DoD or defense technology proposals; APMP certification or experience with a structured proposal methodology; Experience in a startup or fast-growing environment