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MISSION ONE, LLC

Proposal Writer

MISSION ONE, LLC, Mission, Kansas, United States

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Position Overview Mission One is seeking a Proposal Writer to lead the narrative development and production of compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals in support of federal contracting opportunities. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping how Mission One tells its story to government customers, translating complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive language.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator with a strong grasp of federal proposal structures, a passion for crafting winning content, and the ability to thrive in a lean, fast‑paced environment where every proposal directly impacts company growth.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, write, and edit proposal content including executive summaries, technical volumes, past performance narratives, management plans, and resumes.

Ensure compliance with RFP/RFQ/RFI requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.

Partner with capture and technical SMEs to translate technical solutions into clear, persuasive narratives.

Maintain and manage a proposal content library (boilerplate text, company past performance, capability statements, etc.).

Support color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and rapidly incorporate feedback.

Coordinate proposal production schedules, version control, and formatting to ensure timely submission.

Contribute to the development of proposal strategies and win themes in alignment with customer needs and Mission One capabilities.

Support pre‑proposal and post‑submission activities, including RFI responses, questions to the government, and final production.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of proposal writing experience in the federal government contracting sector.

Demonstrated success developing winning content for DoD, DHS, or Intelligence Community customers.

Strong understanding of federal procurement and acquisition processes.

Excellent written communication, grammar, and editing skills with an eye for detail.

Experience working in a small business environment with lean resources.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proposal collaboration tools.

Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

Shipley or equivalent proposal development training.

Familiarity with SAM.gov, GovWin, FPDS, or other federal opportunity tracking systems.

Experience supporting proposal graphics, layouts, and production.

Background in technical writing or capture management.

Knowledge of set‑aside programs (SDVOSB, 8(a), HUBZone) and federal contract vehicles.

This is a remote position.

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