Federal Capture & Proposal Analyst (Entry-Level)
Ayoroa | Simmons, LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Position Summary
NOTE: This position requires U.S. citizenship.
We are seeking an ambitious, organized, and detail-oriented Federal Capture & Proposal Analyst to join our team in an entry-level role supporting federal business development. This position is ideal for a recent college graduate or early-carer professional interested in government contracting, business development, strategic communications, and proposal development. In this role, you will help our team identify and track federal opportunities, support responses to sources sought notices and RFIs, organize capture materials, and assist with proposal coordination and development. Over time, you will gain hands‑on experience in federal capture strategy and RFP response development while working closely with leadership and technical staff.
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys writing, research, deadlines, and turning information into clear, organized deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and track federal opportunities, including sources sought notices, RFIs, and RFPs
Support opportunity research using procurement platforms and internal tools
Assist with drafting responses to sources sought notices, capability summaries, and other pre‑solicitation materials
Help organize and maintain pursuit files, past performance information, staff resumes, project sheets, and content libraries
Support development of compliance matrices, proposal outlines, and submission checklists
Coordinate with internal staff to collect technical content, qualifications, and required forms
Assist with editing, formatting, proofreading, and assembling proposal documents
Track deadlines, amendments, and submission requirements for active pursuits
Participate in capture and proposal planning meetings and help document action items
Support continuous improvement of internal capture and proposal processes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Political Science, Government, Journalism, Engineering Management, or a related field
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Strong research and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Interest in federal contracting, public sector work, capture, and proposal development
Preferred Qualifications
Internship, part‑time, or campus project experience involving writing, research, project coordination, or communications
Familiarity with federal agencies, public procurement, or government contracting concepts
Experience editing long‑form documents or coordinating group projects with deadlines
Interest in the AEC, engineering, construction, environmental, or professional services industries
Experience with Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, or document management tools
Ideal Candidate Profile
Curious and eager to learn
Highly organized and dependable
Comfortable working with deadlines
A strong written communicator
Able to synthesize information clearly and accurately
Interested in growing into capture and proposal management over time
What You’ll Learn
Federal opportunity tracking and market research
Sources sought and pre‑solicitation response support
Proposal coordination and document production
Compliance review and submission preparation
Business development strategy in the federal market
Working with technical teams to shape winning responses
Growth Path Role is designed as an entry point into federal business development and proposal operations. A successful candidate can grow into roles such as:
Proposal Coordinator
Capture & Proposal Specialist
Proposal Manager
Federal Business Development Associate
Work Environment This role is ideal for candidates in the DMV region and may involve a hybrid schedule based on office and team needs. Candidates should be comfortable working in a deadline‑driven, collaborative environment.
Why Join Us
Direct exposure to federal capture and proposal strategy
Opportunity to learn from experienced leaders and technical professionals
Meaningful work supporting growth in the federal market
Strong career development opportunity for an early‑career professional
Exposure to business development, writing, project coordination, and government contracting
EEO Ayoroa Simmons is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Title VI Accreditation Ayoroa Simmons ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 regulation. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact the Title VI Coordinator: Kim Short at (866) 726-2246.
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We are seeking an ambitious, organized, and detail-oriented Federal Capture & Proposal Analyst to join our team in an entry-level role supporting federal business development. This position is ideal for a recent college graduate or early-carer professional interested in government contracting, business development, strategic communications, and proposal development. In this role, you will help our team identify and track federal opportunities, support responses to sources sought notices and RFIs, organize capture materials, and assist with proposal coordination and development. Over time, you will gain hands‑on experience in federal capture strategy and RFP response development while working closely with leadership and technical staff.
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys writing, research, deadlines, and turning information into clear, organized deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and track federal opportunities, including sources sought notices, RFIs, and RFPs
Support opportunity research using procurement platforms and internal tools
Assist with drafting responses to sources sought notices, capability summaries, and other pre‑solicitation materials
Help organize and maintain pursuit files, past performance information, staff resumes, project sheets, and content libraries
Support development of compliance matrices, proposal outlines, and submission checklists
Coordinate with internal staff to collect technical content, qualifications, and required forms
Assist with editing, formatting, proofreading, and assembling proposal documents
Track deadlines, amendments, and submission requirements for active pursuits
Participate in capture and proposal planning meetings and help document action items
Support continuous improvement of internal capture and proposal processes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Political Science, Government, Journalism, Engineering Management, or a related field
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Strong research and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Interest in federal contracting, public sector work, capture, and proposal development
Preferred Qualifications
Internship, part‑time, or campus project experience involving writing, research, project coordination, or communications
Familiarity with federal agencies, public procurement, or government contracting concepts
Experience editing long‑form documents or coordinating group projects with deadlines
Interest in the AEC, engineering, construction, environmental, or professional services industries
Experience with Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, or document management tools
Ideal Candidate Profile
Curious and eager to learn
Highly organized and dependable
Comfortable working with deadlines
A strong written communicator
Able to synthesize information clearly and accurately
Interested in growing into capture and proposal management over time
What You’ll Learn
Federal opportunity tracking and market research
Sources sought and pre‑solicitation response support
Proposal coordination and document production
Compliance review and submission preparation
Business development strategy in the federal market
Working with technical teams to shape winning responses
Growth Path Role is designed as an entry point into federal business development and proposal operations. A successful candidate can grow into roles such as:
Proposal Coordinator
Capture & Proposal Specialist
Proposal Manager
Federal Business Development Associate
Work Environment This role is ideal for candidates in the DMV region and may involve a hybrid schedule based on office and team needs. Candidates should be comfortable working in a deadline‑driven, collaborative environment.
Why Join Us
Direct exposure to federal capture and proposal strategy
Opportunity to learn from experienced leaders and technical professionals
Meaningful work supporting growth in the federal market
Strong career development opportunity for an early‑career professional
Exposure to business development, writing, project coordination, and government contracting
EEO Ayoroa Simmons is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Title VI Accreditation Ayoroa Simmons ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 regulation. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact the Title VI Coordinator: Kim Short at (866) 726-2246.
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