Proposals Manager

Scale

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $120,000 - $175,000 usd; equity: included ba...
On-site
Federal proposals management experience
Far/dfars compliance knowledge
U.s. top secret security clearance eligibility
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 end-to-end proposal development process including RFPs, RFIs, BAAs, and unsolicited proposals while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.
  • Compensation includes a base salary range of $120,000 to $175,000 USD along with equity, comprehensive health benefits, and a learning stipend.

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; Equity: Included based on Board approval; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement, learning stipend, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Federal proposals management experience
  • FAR/DFARS compliance knowledge
  • U.S. Top Secret security clearance eligibility
  • End-to-end proposal process ownership
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice-to-have

  • AI/ML or data science proposal experience
  • Startup or high-growth environment background
  • Familiarity with OTA and SBIR acquisition pathways
  • Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher)
  • Experience with color team reviews

Key Requirements

  • 3-6+ years in Federal proposals management
  • Eligible for U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • Strong knowledge of government contracting processes
  • Exceptional written communication and storytelling skills

Work Rights

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

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