Government Proposal Technical Writer

About the Role:  

We are seeking a Government Proposal Technical Writer who is focused on researching & writing compliant proposals. The primary responsibilities of the role include: (1) supporting the day-to-day proposal needs of the commercial team; (2) owning and executing parts of the proposal or tender processes; (3) building relationships (both internal and external stakeholders); and (4) assisting with proposal status & negotiations when necessary. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment and make an impact with your skills and your enthusiasm. 

This is a full-time, remote position based in Australia.

Impact You’ll Own:

• Researching, writing, and organizing information in a professional manner.
• Reviewing, editing, and proofreading Requests for (RFx) responses and other materials for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and compliance with RFx instructions.
• Conducting in-depth interviews with subject matter specialists or groups (in a business arrangement) and converting information into meaningful RFx responses
• Writing clear, persuasive, and articulate proposal sections, including executive summaries, technical approaches, technical annexes.

What You Bring:

• 4+ years of relevant experience, of which 2+ years is in proposal or tender writing within a government sector setting.
• Experience in translating technical and other ideas into understandable proposal text.
• Experience in project managing proposal processes from start to finish.
• Excellent sense of accountability, integrity and taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively. 
• Ability to work with stringent deadlines, varying priorities, and simultaneously projects for timely RFx response submissions. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams at all levels of an organization. 
• Knowledge of material non-public information obligations and responsibilities; including a demonstrated ability to handle need-to-know and restricted information with discretion and in accordance with legal, ethical, and proposal management industry standards.  
• Ability to maintain a graceful and helpful customer service attitude, particularly in high-pressure and time-crunched circumstances 
• Experience taking initiative, working independently, and being highly analytical. 
• Ability to interpret conflicting information,  weigh various options for risk management, and convey possible options when working on complex proposals
• Adept  in Google Documents, Adobe, MS Word, and Excel.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience with complex RFx processes and packages.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience in government (civil or defense) RFx proposal management  (preferably as a technical proposal writer).
• Experience working in a fast-paced research and development environment.
• Certificate in business technical writing or technical communication (such as from the Society for Technical Communication, Technical Writer HQ,  or an accredited university)
• Background in engineering, satellite hardware, technical geospatial, or aerospace industry. 

Benefits While Working at Planet:

• Generous time off including vacation, holidays and company global days off 
• Comprehensive Healthcare coverage*
• Remote friendly work environment 
• Employee Wellness Program 
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity Options**
• Volunteering Benefits

*Where group plans are not available, allowances are provided

**Benefit, amount, and type are dependent on geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy