Proposals Manager - Contracts

Immediately Hiring: Proposals Manager – Contracts

Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc.

Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 (Relocation Assistance Offered)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-Site

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Excellent Benefits, Great Work-Life Balance

Dayton-Granger, Inc., a legacy aerospace manufacturer based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is hiring a Proposals Manager – Contracts to lead the full lifecycle of customer programs—from proposal through delivery. This role owns contracts, coordinates cross-functional execution, and serves as the primary point of contact for customer communication. You'll be central to driving successful outcomes across military, commercial, and general aviation programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technical Management, or related field

• 5+ years of experience managing aerospace or manufacturing contracts

• Expertise in contract lifecycle management (RFQs, negotiation, execution)

• Familiarity with U.S. Government contracts, FAR/DFARS, and commercial terms

• Strong communication and relationship management skills

• ERP experience (quote entry, contract flow-down, PO review)

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate or law-related background

• Experience supporting program delivery in aerospace or defense manufacturing

• Familiarity with ISO and quality compliance requirements

• APMP or PMP certification

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary Program Manager for assigned aerospace contracts from start to finish

• Lead RFQ and proposal development in collaboration with internal stakeholders

• Own all contract negotiations, terms, pricing, and customer communication

• Build and maintain project milestone schedules, ensuring cross-departmental alignment

• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Quality to ensure program success

• Enter and track quotes and orders in ERP system; review PO terms and validate flow-downs

• Monitor customer portals and opportunity boards (e.g., SAM.gov) for upcoming programs

• Respond to customer inquiries, compliance requests, and deliverables

• Support business development and marketing with technical contract inputs and pricing guidance

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure program compliance with all requirements

• Contribute to process improvement within the Contracts and Program Management functions

• Follow all DG safety procedures as per company policies and Safety Director guidelines

Pre-Employment Requirements:
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Dayton-Granger, we're big enough to support long-term aviation programs, but small enough to give you ownership and visibility across the entire operation. Located in sunny South Florida, our team blends legacy expertise with continuous innovation. With an average employee tenure of 10 years, we celebrate our people—and empower them to grow.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Complimentary life insurance and supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mental health support

• On-site gym

• Work-life balance focused environment

• Access to modern technology and tools

• Team-building events and service milestone recognition

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
This position requires access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons under these laws (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).