Proposal Writer

<p><strong>A New Paradigm For Space Operations.</strong></p> <p><strong>Who We Are:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo,&nbsp; we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. &nbsp;Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.</p> <p>This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>As a <strong>Proposal&nbsp;Writer</strong>&nbsp;at&nbsp;Space Kinetic, you will play a critical role in securing the partnerships, contracts, and funding that power our mission. You will lead the development of high‑quality proposals for government agencies, commercial customers, and strategic partners:&nbsp;translating complex technical concepts into compelling, clear, and compliant narratives. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, engineering, and business development, offering a unique opportunity to shape how our technology is understood and adopted by the market.&nbsp;</p> <p>This is a full-time position that can either be worked onsite at the El Segundo office or remote. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Lead end-to-end proposal development</strong>, from opportunity analysis and outline creation to final submission for government (e.g.,DoD, SBIR, NASA) and commercial customers.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Craft persuasive, technically&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;content</strong>&nbsp;that clearly communicates our mission, capabilities, solutions, and value proposition.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and strategy teams</strong>&nbsp;to translate technical inputs into polished narratives, graphics, and structured proposal components.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Ensure full compliance</strong>&nbsp;with RFP/RFI/BAA requirements, including format, structure, evaluation criteria, and submission protocols.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Manage proposal timelines and workflows</strong>, including content collection, technical reviews, color-team reviews, and final production.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Develop reusable proposal assets</strong>, including boilerplate text, past performance summaries, capability statements, and standard graphics.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;What It Takes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Writing, Engineering, Business, Communications, or&nbsp;a related&nbsp;field.&nbsp;</li> <li>3+ years of experience in&nbsp;proposal writing, technical writing, or government contracting—preferably in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or similar industries.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong understanding of&nbsp;government procurement processes, including FAR-based solicitations, SBIR/STTR programs, and OTA or commercial contracting pathways.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to synthesize complex, highly technical information into clear, concise, and engaging content.&nbsp;</li> <li>Exceptional writing, editing, organizational, and project management skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with proposal tools and templates (e.g., color reviews, compliance matrices, proposal outlines).&nbsp;</li> <li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities.&nbsp;</li> <li>Eligible to hold a US TS/SCI Clearance</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We’d Love:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous&nbsp;work on&nbsp;Large-scale IDIQ,&nbsp;BAA,&nbsp;FOA, or&nbsp;SBIR Phase II/III&nbsp;proposals.&nbsp;</li> <li>Understanding of&nbsp;classified program workflows&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to obtain&nbsp;and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;TS/SCI&nbsp;clearance.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience creating&nbsp;visual storytelling assets, such as graphics, infographics, or data visualizations.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;Where You’ll Be:</strong></p> <ul> <li>The position can be onsite in El Segundo, CA or worked remotely.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We Offer:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Equity-Based Compensation</li> <li>Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar</li> <li>Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage</li> <li>Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ITAR Requirements: </span></strong>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">This position is subject to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Protected Individual as defined by law), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987"><span data-contrast="auto">here</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:280,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Equal Employment Opportunity:</span></strong>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">Space&nbsp;Kinetic&nbsp;provides&nbsp;equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status,&nbsp;disability</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">or any other legally protected status.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:280,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 14px;">The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. &nbsp;</span></p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$90,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$125,000 USD</span></div></div></div>