Yss is seeking a Proposal Technical Editor/Writer to support our capture and proposal efforts for government contracts in the aerospace and defense sector. This role may be filled at either the mid-level or senior level based on your background and demonstrated capabilities. You will translate complex engineering and programmatic concepts into clear, compelling, and compliant proposal narrative.
What You'll Do
- Develop, edit, and finalize technical content for complex government proposals, including volumes such as Technical Approach, Management, Past Performance, Systems Engineering, and compliance matrices
- Collaborate closely with capture teams, proposal managers, and technical SMEs to gather and interpret technical information
- Ensure strict compliance with RFI/RFP/RFQ/OTA/IDIQ requirements and evaluation criteria
- Organize and maintain proposal documentation, including outlines, compliance matrices, templates, and version control
- Support storyboarding, win theme development, and proposal strategy to highlight differentiators and strengthen evaluation positioning
- Assist in production and timely submission of complete, high-quality proposals
- Lead proposal sections from outline through final delivery, driving structure, clarity, and technical positioning
- Mentor mid-level or junior writers, support formal proposal reviews, and contribute to process improvements and best practice development
- Manage deadlines, content repositories, and cross-functional coordination for assigned proposal volumes
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Communication, Engineering, Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in technical writing or proposal development within the aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment, including experience leading proposal sections or major volumes
- Familiarity with U.S. government acquisition processes, including FAR/DFARS, OTAs, and FFP contract structures
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical information
- Proficiency with collaborative proposal tools such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of satellite systems, spacecraft components, payloads, or space mission operations
- Experience contributing to high-value or prime government proposal wins
- Familiarity with proposal automation or content management systems
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and content accuracy
- Strategic mindset with the ability to shape narratives that resonate with customer priorities
- Experience coaching teams, coordinating across disciplines, or driving proposal content strategy
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Adobe
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- PTO
- 401K
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
