Proposal Specialist 3
Full-time
Posted on Nov 9, 2026
Métier / Emploi : Support et services client/Program support & services management (PSSM)
Type contrat : CDI
Description du poste :
Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. The Proposal Specialist is responsible for leading the creation of robust proposals for their assigned Safran Cabin opportunities. Proposal creation consists of identifying a preliminary product design, defining this design in a concise manner, gathering and understanding the required scope of work to develop the design, and accurately estimating the cost (both recurring and non-recurring) for this design. The Proposal Specialist will need to work with the program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and finance departments to develop a proposal. The Proposal Specialist will need to stay up to date on market trends and key products, requires a good technical background, financial and project management knowledge, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. -Use of project management techniques to coordinate the activities of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) composed of resources from the program management, manufacturing, supply chain, finance and engineering departments to create a proposal in response to a customer request for quotation -Create technical statements of work, design descriptions and other technical documentation to integrate into a proposal -Assist preliminary designs for proposed products using available engineering software as required -Complete cost analysis for proposed products -Complete pricing analysis based on the predicted cost for a product and internal pricing and profit targets -Complete business plan profitability and loss analysis (P&L) -Collect and analyze predicted development engineering hours for proposed products -Work with all engineering disciplines to standardize development hours and categorize development programs for consistent proposed engineering hours, including pre-project development (i.e., proposal creation) scope -Support research to determine key clients to target for Safran Cabin products -Provide support to Sales leadership by tracking opportunities on CRM platform (e.g., MS Dynamics or other selected tool) -Investigate cost savings opportunities -Provide technical support for the sales team -Create presentations to support the sales team with product presentations to customers. -Identify opportunities for process improvement and develop processes to implement the identified improvements -Provide support in the completion of Design Reviews and Master Engineering Reviews -Provide support in the completion of Tollgate Reviews
A Level 3 Proposal Specialist is an individual contributor, who is fully independent in the execution of all steps of an RFP response and proposal preparation, whose primary tasks are: -Lead other Proposal Specialists to create a proposal -Mentor Proposal Specialists 1 and 2 in Project Management best practices and business financials -Execute the internal approval at all levels of the organization -Own end-to-end proposal management for large, complex bids. -Facilitate strategy sessions and contribute to win strategy development. -Develop proposal outlines, storyboards, and executive summaries. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience in an aerospace environment, preferably aircraft interiors or systems, or in business development of technical products. Familiar with engineering software such as AutoCAD or CATIA V5 Other Skills: Strong computer skills, including MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. PowerBi is a plus. Project Management basic knowledge Financial management knowledge Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills. Highly process oriented and possessing a strong compliance focus. Proactive, team-player mentality and a desire for continuous improvement. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and reprioritize quickly based on latest information Ability to meet quick deadlines and/or assist when support is needed to meet a quick deadline. Desire for excellence in the workplace.
Ville : 1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa Mesa
Niveau d'études min. requis : Associate Degree
Langue / Niveau :
Anglais : Courant
Type contrat : CDI
Description du poste :
Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. The Proposal Specialist is responsible for leading the creation of robust proposals for their assigned Safran Cabin opportunities. Proposal creation consists of identifying a preliminary product design, defining this design in a concise manner, gathering and understanding the required scope of work to develop the design, and accurately estimating the cost (both recurring and non-recurring) for this design. The Proposal Specialist will need to work with the program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and finance departments to develop a proposal. The Proposal Specialist will need to stay up to date on market trends and key products, requires a good technical background, financial and project management knowledge, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. -Use of project management techniques to coordinate the activities of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) composed of resources from the program management, manufacturing, supply chain, finance and engineering departments to create a proposal in response to a customer request for quotation -Create technical statements of work, design descriptions and other technical documentation to integrate into a proposal -Assist preliminary designs for proposed products using available engineering software as required -Complete cost analysis for proposed products -Complete pricing analysis based on the predicted cost for a product and internal pricing and profit targets -Complete business plan profitability and loss analysis (P&L) -Collect and analyze predicted development engineering hours for proposed products -Work with all engineering disciplines to standardize development hours and categorize development programs for consistent proposed engineering hours, including pre-project development (i.e., proposal creation) scope -Support research to determine key clients to target for Safran Cabin products -Provide support to Sales leadership by tracking opportunities on CRM platform (e.g., MS Dynamics or other selected tool) -Investigate cost savings opportunities -Provide technical support for the sales team -Create presentations to support the sales team with product presentations to customers. -Identify opportunities for process improvement and develop processes to implement the identified improvements -Provide support in the completion of Design Reviews and Master Engineering Reviews -Provide support in the completion of Tollgate Reviews
A Level 3 Proposal Specialist is an individual contributor, who is fully independent in the execution of all steps of an RFP response and proposal preparation, whose primary tasks are: -Lead other Proposal Specialists to create a proposal -Mentor Proposal Specialists 1 and 2 in Project Management best practices and business financials -Execute the internal approval at all levels of the organization -Own end-to-end proposal management for large, complex bids. -Facilitate strategy sessions and contribute to win strategy development. -Develop proposal outlines, storyboards, and executive summaries. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience in an aerospace environment, preferably aircraft interiors or systems, or in business development of technical products. Familiar with engineering software such as AutoCAD or CATIA V5 Other Skills: Strong computer skills, including MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. PowerBi is a plus. Project Management basic knowledge Financial management knowledge Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills. Highly process oriented and possessing a strong compliance focus. Proactive, team-player mentality and a desire for continuous improvement. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and reprioritize quickly based on latest information Ability to meet quick deadlines and/or assist when support is needed to meet a quick deadline. Desire for excellence in the workplace.
Ville : 1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa Mesa
Niveau d'études min. requis : Associate Degree
Langue / Niveau :
Anglais : Courant