Join North Wind - Accelerating National Advantage
At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing, if you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us.
Summary:
The Proposal Development Analyst is responsible for managing schedules, tracking deliverables, managing compliance and coordinating across technical, pricing, and contracts teams to ensure on-time, zero-defect submissions.
- Coordinate all phases of the proposal lifecycle, including planning, development, review cycles, and final submission to ensure timely and compliant delivery
- Analyze solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs), develop compliance matrices and outlines, and ensure all proposal requirements and formatting guidelines are met
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (business development, capture, technical teams, and leadership) to gather, manage, and refine proposal content
- Manage proposal documentation, including maintaining content libraries, tracking past performance and resumes, and ensuring version control
- Support proposal production by facilitating reviews (e.g., Pink, Red, Gold Teams), incorporating feedback, and handling editing, formatting, and submission through required channels
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Lead Proposal/Capture Manager across all proposal phases (kickoff through submission)
- Interface with Capture, Technical, Pricing, and Contracts teams
- Ensure team alignment on requirements, timelines, and deliverables
- Coordinate kickoff meetings, status calls, and review sessions
- Track action items and ensure timely completion across teams
- Maintain CRM data and reporting in coordination with BD
- Coordinate technical and program management input and resource alignment
- Manage document repositories (SharePoint/Teams or equivalent)
- Support Gate Reviews and color team reviews (Red/Gold)
- Track, manage, and resolve review comments
- Support final proposal production, formatting, and submission
Preferred Education / Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, English, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of experience in proposal coordination, business development, or related role (government contracting experience preferred)
Preferred Knowledge / Ability:
- Experience supporting federal and/or DoD proposal efforts
- Familiarity with proposal tools (e.g., GovWin, SharePoint, proposal management systems)
- APMP certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Working knowledge of DoD acquisition and technology development programs
- Strong understanding of federal procurement policy and regulations (e.g., FAR, RDT&E procurement, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to tailor messaging to diverse audiences
- U.S. citizenship required; active security clearance preferred or ability to obtain
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking capabilities
- High attention to detail with a focus on compliance and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Experience with document control, formatting, and version management
More flexibility. More balance. More time for what matters. Our team members enjoy the option of a hybrid work environment and the ability to have a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off: providing greater flexibility while supporting both professional success and personal well-being.
This position is eligible for telework: Remote Candidates must be available to travel to the company's Saint Paul, MN office approximately once per month for in-person meetings and business needs.
North Wind is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. North Wind supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.
The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.
North Wind is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- At least 2 years of experience in proposal coordination, business development, or a related role
- U.S. citizenship
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Experience supporting federal or Department of Defense proposal efforts
- Familiarity with GovWin, SharePoint, or proposal management systems
- APMP certification or willingness to obtain it
- Working knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition and technology development programs
- Knowledge of federal procurement policy and regulations, including FAR and RDT&E procurement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- High attention to detail with a focus on compliance and accuracy
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Experience with document control, formatting, and version management
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
What We Do
North Wind Systems develops, designs, manufactures, and tests mission-critical aerospace and defense systems. Its work spans applied research and development in hypersonics, high-speed aerodynamics, air-breathing propulsion, materials, and systems integration; production of specialized test articles and components; flight-test systems; and ground-test facilities and services. It supports the full life cycle of aerospace, defense, and commercial programs, from early research through testing and evaluation.
