Proposals Manager

Scale

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $120,000 - $175,000 usd; bonus/equity: equit...
On-site
Federal proposals management experience
Far/dfars compliance knowledge
End-to-end proposal process ownership
Scale is a rapidly growing venture-backed startup changing how organizations build AI applications for the U.S. Federal Government

Job Summary

  • Scale is a rapidly growing venture-backed startup changing how organizations build AI applications for the U.S. Federal Government.
  • The role requires managing the full lifecycle of complex proposals including RFPs, RFIs, and BAAs while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.
  • Compensation includes a base salary range of $120,000 to $175,000 USD along with equity and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

Scale is a rapidly growing venture-backed startup changing how organizations build AI applications for the U.S. Federal Government.

Salary

Base: $120,000 - $175,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity grant subject to Board approval; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement, learning stipend, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Federal proposals management experience
  • FAR/DFARS compliance knowledge
  • End-to-end proposal process ownership
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Exceptional written communication abilities

Nice-to-have

  • AI/ML or data science proposal experience
  • Startup or high-growth environment background
  • Familiarity with OTA and SBIR pathways
  • Active security clearance status
  • Shipley methodology training

Key Requirements

  • 3-6+ years in Federal proposals management
  • Eligible for U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • Strong project management under tight deadlines
  • Knowledge of government contracting processes
  • Experience with compliance matrices and checklists

Work Rights

Must be eligible for U.S. Top Secret security clearance

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