Federal Proposal Writer Job at Appian Corporation (McLean)

Federal Proposal Writer

Appian Corporation

Location:
United States , McLean

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Appian is looking for a Technical Proposal Writer, Public Sector to support our U.S. Public Sector sales organization in the coordination, development, and delivery of high-quality technical proposal content. In this role, you will help create product-specific descriptions, solution narratives, technical volumes, and compelling proposal responses that are essential to winning strategic federal contracts. This role is pivotal to supporting high-value opportunities within Appian's U.S. Public Sector business. You will partner closely with Sales, Solutions, Product, Delivery, and Subject Matter Expert teams to clearly articulate how the Appian Platform addresses complex mission systems programs and federal customer needs.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the drafting, writing, and editing of complex technical proposal sections, including technical volumes, solution descriptions, past performance citations, and management plans
Ensure proposal responses are fully aligned with Request for Proposal requirements and customer expectations
Translate highly technical Appian platform capabilities, architecture, and Public Sector use cases into clear, concise, and compelling proposal language
Interview and collaborate with solutions engineers, architects, product managers, delivery team members, and federal sales account executives to gather critical content
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality across proposal volumes and related customer-facing materials
Partner with sales teams to organize and draft customer-focused technical white papers
Use Appian-provided tools and systems, including AI-enabled tools, to support content generation while ensuring all AI-assisted content is fully fact-checked and validated
Manage the product description and proposal content library, ensuring approved and up-to-date language is readily available
Participate in all phases of the proposal lifecycle, including Pink, Red, and Gold Team reviews, as well as final submission quality assurance
Help define the style, tone, voice, and structure for technical content types
Generate innovative ideas for improving technical content development, delivery, and reuse

Requirements:

3+ years of experience writing, editing, and managing technical proposals
Strong writing and written communication skills, with the ability to develop complex technical volumes and customer-facing proposal content
Proven understanding of the U.S. Federal Government acquisition process
Passion for technology and its applicability to today's business challenges
Ability to support Subject Matter Experts with requirements analysis, system design discussions, and technical content development
Demonstrated proficiency with proposal software and standard documentation tools, such as MS Word, Google Docs, GovWin, or similar tools
Experience using Artificial Intelligence tools for coding, research, writing, or content development
Bachelor's degree or equivalent certifications in Business, Communications, Technical Writing, Computer Science, Business Information Technology, or a related field
Understanding of the federal IT and business landscape, including ERP, CRM, data, workflow, AI, and partner solutions

Nice to have:

Working or theoretical understanding of IT security principles, including FedRAMP and Impact Level authorizations for federal customers
Working or theoretical knowledge of software development practices and principles
Working or theoretical knowledge of U.S. Federal Government contracting processes and terminology
Experience supporting Public Sector, federal, defense, or mission systems proposals
Specific knowledge of U.S. Navy infrastructure, operations, processes, or logistics systems is highly preferred

What we offer:

Training and Development
Growth Opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership program
Community
Employee-led affinity groups
Health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
Life and disability insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Retirement/pension plan
Wellness dollars
Family-forming benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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