UShybrid$108k-$144k/yrPosted Jun 20, 2026

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About the role

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to be at the center of GDIT’s business operations. Make an impact by collaborating across functions to make mission success achievable.

Job Description

GDIT is currently seeking a Past Performance Proposal Writer to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for the development, planning, and writing of compliant and compelling proposal content. As a key member of the proposal team, you will support GDIT Capture Managers and Proposal Managers in the planning and development of proposal win themes, and the identification of discriminators, benefits, and key features of solutions on proposals across the entire enterprise.

This position provides an outstanding opportunity to play a strategic role as we work together to create the Next GDIT and apply the breadth of resources available in our new organization to critical technology and mission challenges. The extent of our portfolio and the scale of our $9B company ensure that you can take on new challenges and new roles as our business and mission-impact expands. The responsibility for determining our customers’ needs and priorities and helping to shape customer acquisitions to position GDIT to win makes this both a challenging and rewarding opportunity!

** Hybrid schedule requiring min 3+ days/week in Herndon, VA office (5 days/week as needed).

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Serve as Volume Lead and/or Lead Writer for Past Performance Volumes of classified and non-classified proposals at GDIT ranging in value from $50M to $1B+. Expert knowledge and hands-on experience in developing sections of federal proposals is a key requirement for this position.

Work closely with Solutions Architects and Subject Matter Experts and operations staff to collect data required for the development of Past Performance Volumes.

Research potential GDIT past performance references using the available resources.

Write, edit, and revise proposal materials and coordinate with technical and program personnel to ensure accuracy.

Analyze RFP requirements and participate in solution meetings.

Participate in color team reviews.

Participate in the continuing quality improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Disciplines, Business Administration, English, Journalism, or a related technical or business discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.

8+ years of federal proposal writing for a government contractor or equivalent technical experience.

Experience as a Volume Lead, Book Boss, or Lead Proposal Writer.

Experience writing Past Performance Volumes in support of intelligence community customers preferred.

US Citizenship is required

Active Secret clearance required

Location: Hybrid schedule requiring min 3+ days/week in Herndon, VA office (5 days/week as needed).

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

8 + years of related experience

may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $143,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Compensation

This Other role pays $108k-$144k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.

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