Proposal Technical Writer

Location: San Diego, CA 92101 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Editorial/Writing Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Company: SPARTA, Inc. SPARTA, Inc. is an employee-owned engineering and advanced technology company with over 1300 employees. We provide world-class technical products and services to the defense, intelligence, and homeland security sectors of the federal government. Our company was founded on the philosophy that the motivation of our employees is the key to corporate success. Our broad-based employee ownership means that every SPARTAN is an integral part of the company and every employee-owner can contribute to and share in our business success. SPARTA enjoys a long history of nationally recognized, award winning achievements and significant sales growth. SPARTA offers an attractive and comprehensive benefits program including: Competitive Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Options; Short & Long Term Disability; Long Term Care; Employee Stock Plan; Profit Sharing; 401(k); Incentive Programs; Flex-spending Accounts; Computer Loans; Paid Time-off for Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days; Pet Insurance; and 100% Tuition Reimbursement. SPARTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V www.sparta.com Proposal Technical Writer This position is primarily responsible for writing, organizing, and producing proposals in response to various federal agencies or their primes.Responsibilities: • Write, edit, organize, format, and produce proposals to increase new business development. • Respond to existing clients' requests for information and proposals. • Responsible for supporting the company in responding to government Requests for Proposal and other bidding opportunities and developing compliant, responsive, and competitive technical responses. • Write specific proposal content based upon a standardized methodology. • Edit all proposals and marketing material & ensure deadlines are met. • Support creation and editing of internal procedures and work instructions • Establish a writing style and set standards for consistency. • Interact with Subject-Matter Experts to ensure the accuracy of documentation and participate in document reviews. • Review all existing corporate media to determine usability for future marketing, including web content, project content and written media. Experience Requirements• BA/BS degree in English, Marketing, Communication or other related field. • At least five (5) years of experience in providing technical writing support for preparation of technical documentation including technical proposals, technical reports and manufacturing documentation including manufacturing process instructions in support of government or prime contractor requirements. • 1-2 years experience in design, layout, marketing, and proposal production is preferred. • Experience with military and federal agency programs. Experience should be related to manufacturing processes and company practices. • Excellent editing, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Innovative in solving problems and finding information. • Ability to work on short-term assignments with tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks. • Ability to work independently and function effectively as a member of a team. • Proven ability as a technical editor. • Ability to translate technical information into documents for technical and non-technical personnel. • Proficient in MS Office Suite: Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Adobe Photoshop proficiency is desired. Additional Information/KeywordsMUST be a United States Citizen or have current Green Card Status.