Roles and Responsibilities
Lead the proposal development process from pre-RFP release through post-submission phases.
Conduct comprehensive analysis of RFP requirements and develop compliant proposal outlines and schedules.
Manage proposal development activities including reviews, to ensure timely submission of high-quality proposals. Is able to have high level of autonomy and drive schedule for Senior leadership visibility deals.
Co-Lead kick-off meetings and proposal planning sessions to establish clear objectives, responsibilities, and timelines.
Coordinate with technical subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy and integration of technical and commercial solutions into proposal narratives.
Assign tasks to team members, monitor progress, and provide guidance to ensure adherence to proposal schedule and requirements. Is able to train and influence teams to self-serve for lower level Pre-approved deals.
Conduct regular proposal reviews and revisions, may be involved in negotiation with customers; ensure deals deliver shareholder value; drive competitive pricing.
Requires strong commercial awareness and is expected to influence the development of strategy with link to product line and commercial growth.
Interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, or services.
Uses high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems within projects, product lines, markets, sales processes, campaigns, or customers. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders or customers. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and can construct and provide recommendations.
May lead functional teams or projects focused on driving use of Lean Flight Deck tools and continuous improvement across Deal Factory processes aimed at improving critical KPIs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
3 years of experience in the Sales and/or Proposals, both commercial and government competitive.
OR
3 years of Experience in Program Management, Engineering Project management, Risk Management, Customer Account Management or Contract Management, within the Aviation or similar industry.
1 year Experience with Lean practices and tools.
Ability to travel 15% of the time.
Desired Characteristics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey ideas and information to diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of Salesforce, Oracle and export control is advantageous but not required
Location:
Loves Park, IL on-site or full-time remote option with occasional site visits.
Domestic and International Travel is required for this position, 15%.
The base pay range for this position is $119,000 - $135,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on April 17, 2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional InformationGE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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