Job Description

**Candidates must be local to the Washington D.C. area and be able to work on-site 5 days a week.**

Position: Proposal Writer
Job Type: Full-Time
Mode Of Work: On-Site (five days a week)
Location: SteerBridge, 8521 Leesburg Pike, Ste. 503, Vienna, VA 22182 

A re you ready to take your proposal expertise to the next level with a company that values mission, innovation, and integrity?

SteerBridge  is looking for a dynamic and detail-driven Proposal Writer to lead the development of compelling proposals that win federal contracts.  We’re not just another government contractor—we’re a team of high-performing Veterans and professionals who deliver results for the Department of Defense, U.S. Government, and commercial partners. We bring together top-tier credentials—think high-level clearances, graduate degrees, and deep technical certifications—with a team culture that values leadership, sacrifice, and precision.

As our Proposal Writer, you’ll be at the heart of our business development efforts—leading the charge from opportunity to submission. You’ll manage proposal timelines, coordinate with subject matter experts, and craft persuasive content that reflects our strengths and values.

• Leading proposal planning and execution from start to finish
• Crafting clear, engaging, and persuasive proposal narratives
• Interfacing with technical experts to translate capabilities into winning language
• Managing deadlines, compliance checks, and quality control
• Collaborating with designers to create polished visuals and layouts
• Supporting post-submission actions including debriefs and responses

• U.S. Citizenship and active or obtainable security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Writing, Communications, Marketing or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of hands-on federal proposal experience (FAR familiarity a must!)
• Experience leading full proposal lifecycles—RFP breakdowns, win themes, team coordination
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills for technical and management volumes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office , Adobe Acrobat , and SharePoint
• A calm, organized presence—even when deadlines are tight

• Work with a Veteran-founded company that puts integrity and service first
• Collaborate with mission-driven professionals who support each other
• Be part of growth that matters —we're expanding rapidly and making real impact
• Have your voice heard and your contributions valued
• Competitive compensation, meaningful work, and a chance to shape the future

If you're ready to shape high-impact proposals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

A salary commensurate with experience will be offered.
SteerBridge salaries depend on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to the contract budget, role, skill set and level of experience.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays

SteerBridge Strategies is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. SteerBridge Strategies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

 

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