Functional Support Specialist I (Proposals)

Job Description BAE Systems in Fort Walton Beach, Florida is seeking a Functional Support Specialist I to support the Sensors & Electronics Solutions team.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Duties and responsibilities which occupy a major portion of time and importance in the job. Incumbent(s) perform one or more of the following duties.)

• Represents organizational unit on administrative matters
• Recommends, interprets, and/or implements company and internal administrative policies and procedures. Performs as a generalist a combination of administrative tasks and will assist in the development of financial proposal packages and tracking of all SES Business Unit RFP and RFQs
• Responsible for supporting financial data to facilitate the preparation of proposals prior to pricing by the pricing department
• Provide data in support of the contract negotiation process
• Provide WBS sorted labor hours and material budgets for awarded contracts from the proposal data Responsible for tracking and driving the proposal process across I&LE functional leaders to support customer due dates
• Perform proposal activities including the development of spreadsheets and data for pricing
• Preparing Basis of Estimates based on inputs from SMEs and Proposal Management
• Providing data for risk assessments
• Ensuring compliance with the solicitation requirements by maintaining compliance matrix made from solicitation requirements and communicating those requirements to Proposal Management and SMEs as required
• Compiles cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications
• Develops project schedules for proposal delivery and notional project milestones
• Researches and analyzes historical data, develops cost models to support proposal efforts.
• Coordinates proposal activities between program management, engineering, logistics, procurement, subcontracts, and contracts departments
• Supports new business development activities and participates in proposal development support by obtaining quotes, building BOEs (Basis of Estimates), and coordinating with functional support leads
• Develop proposal tasks and schedule timelines
• Coordinates, manages, and creates customer required weekly proposal status report
• Reviews proposal and pricing activities under direction from the program or capture manager
• Develops proposal packages and formats submissions for delivery
• Leads or participates in process improvement efforts to improve proposal lead times and quality of inputs
• Participates in fact-finding with the US Government Customer
• Estimates Bid and Proposal budgets and tracks expenditures

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associates degree and 2 years of related experience or a High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of related experience
• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Able to multi-task, managing support duties among multiple projects concurrently
• Able to work with minimal supervision; highly motivated individual with an ability to work on own initiative
• Self-starter who possesses the skills to identify problems and resolve them unilaterally
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, capturing information, prioritizing tasks, and organizing effectively
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous experience with government proposals and contracting, specifically cost-type contracts and/or indefinite delivery indefinite quantity contracts (IDIQs) is desired

Required Software/IT skills:

• Superior skills in Microsoft Excel; Above average skills in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Project, and Adobe Acrobat

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of CostPoint or similar ERP/cost reporting system

Salary Min $43,920 - Max $74,700
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $43920 - $74700

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.