Rackner
software consultancy
ProposalSolutionArchitect/Writer
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“Proposal Solution Architect/ Writer at Rackner. Skills: Proposal execution, Proposal process development, Technical writing, Federal procurement knowledge. Own Proposal Execution. Lead the full proposal lifecycle from solicitation release through submission”
What You'll Achieve.
Proposals are compliant, structured, and submitted ahead of deadlines; Technical ideas are clear, compelling, and easy for evaluators to understand; Teams are aligned and operating with structure—not reacting at the last minute; Proposal processes become repeatable and scalable over time; Directly impacts Rackner’s ability to win and scale federal work
Industry & Context.
Turn complex capabilities into clear, winning proposals; Translate complex technical concepts into clear, evaluator-friendly language
U. S. citizenship is required, Eligible to obtain and maintain a U. S. government security clearance, Willingness to work in a clearance-enabled or secure environment if required by program needs, Active security clearance is not required to start, but strongly preferred
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience managing multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines, Ability to work cross-functionally with executives, engineers, capture, and partners, Comfortable operating as an early proposal hire, building structure in an evolving environment, Working knowledge of federal procurement (FAR/DFARS, evaluation criteria, compliance) and how it applies to proposals, Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, evaluator-friendly language, Ability to turn technical input into clear, structured, and persuasive content, U. S. citizenship is required
Nice to Have
APMP certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional), Experience with proposal tools (GovWin, SharePoint, Google Workspace, etc.), Background in small-to-mid-size GovCon environments, Ability to structure and communicate ideas visually (PowerPoint, diagrams, workflows), Experience supporting proposals in AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, or DevSecOps environments, Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance
What You'll Do.
Own Proposal Execution
Lead the full proposal lifecycle from solicitation release through submission
Translate RFP requirements into clear structure
Drive alignment across capture
and technical teams under tight deadlines
Write and Shape Content
Contribute directly to proposal writing (technical
Ensure consistency in voice
and messaging across sections
Build our proposal function from the ground up
Change creating a repeatable
high-quality proposal engine that supports growth across AI
and DevSecOps programs
Shape how opportunities are structured
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with executive and technical stakeholders; Work directly with executive leadership, capture, and engineering teams; Drive alignment across capture, leadership, and technical teams; Work cross-functionally with executives, engineers, capture, and partners
Communication Scope
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, evaluator-friendly language; Ensure consistency in voice, structure, and messaging across sections; Ability to structure and communicate ideas visually
Process & Methodology
Lead the full proposal lifecycle, Translate RFP requirements into clear structure, timelines, and deliverables, Manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines
Full Job Description
Proposal Solution Architect / Writer Rackner | Remote | Full-Time The Role Rackner is hiring its first dedicated Proposal Manager to own and build our proposal function from the ground up. You will lead end-to-end proposal execution—ensuring submissions are compliant, well-structured, and competitive—while bringing the structure and discipline needed to scale how we pursue federal work. This is not a coordination role. You’ll run the process, contribute directly to writing, and work closely with executive and technical stakeholders to turn complex capabilities into clear, winning proposals. Today, proposals are managed by leadership alongside other priorities. You will change that; creating a repeatable, high-quality proposal engine that supports growth across AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps programs. You’ll work directly with executive leadership, capture, and engineering teams to shape how opportunities are structured, communicated, and submitted. This role owns proposal execution and process development, with the opportunity to evolve into broader proposal or capture leadership as the function scales. What You’ll Do Own Proposal Execution Lead the full proposal lifecycle from solicitation release through submission Translate RFP requirements into clear structure, timelines, and deliverables Drive alignment across capture, leadership, and technical teams under tight deadlines Write and Shape Content Own and contribute directly to proposal writing (technical, management, past performance)—not just editing or coordination Translate complex technical concepts into clear, evaluator-friendly language Ensure consistency in voice, structure, and messaging across sections Ensure Compliance able to turn technical input into clear, structured, and persuasive content Working knowledge of federal procurement (FAR/DFARS, evaluation criteria, compliance) and how it applies to proposals Experience managing multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines Ability to wo
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