Junior Technical Writer Job at ZipRecruiter in Arlington

Overview

LightFeather is seeking a Junior Proposal Writer to support the development and delivery of high-quality technical and business proposals for government clients. This role is ideal for a strong writer eager to learn and grow in the field of federal proposal writing.

Location: On-site, 5 days/week in Arlington, Virginia
Job Type: Full-time
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format technical and business proposal content in response to government Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Sources Sought notices.


• Collaborate with technical teams, project managers, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather and synthesize information for proposal sections.


• Ensure consistency in style, tone, and formatting across proposal documents in alignment with LightFeather's brand and compliance standards.


• Review and proofread content for grammar, clarity, and compliance with solicitation requirements.


• Assist with the creation and maintenance of proposal templates, outlines, and compliance matrices.


• Help manage proposal schedules, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.


• Participate in proposal development activities including kickoff meetings and team reviews.


• Contribute to and maintain a library of reusable proposal content to streamline future responses.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, or a related field.


• 1–3 years of professional writing experience, preferably in technical, business, or proposal writing.


• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with keen attention to detail.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.


• Willingness to work on-site, five days per week, in Arlington, VA.

Qualifications

• Experience writing or editing content for government proposals.


• Experience writing IT technical proposals.


• Familiarity with the federal procurement process and RFP structures.


• Experience with proposal management tools or content management systems.

Why Join LightFeather?

You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry.

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