Lead Bids and Proposal Recruiter - Eqlipse Technologies LLC

OVERVIEW:

Joining the BlueHalo team means immersing yourself in a dynamic environment, working alongside the brightest minds in technology through some of the toughest challenges facing our nation today. We are spearheading the future of global defense, with every BlueHalo employee playing a key role in our success. That’s why our investment in you goes beyond competitive pay and a rewarding benefits package. We’re committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge. Enjoying this journey with a supportive team that feels like family throughout BlueHalo Nation is an unparalleled opportunity. From Space to C-UAS & Autonomous Systems to Electronic Warfare & Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence, at our company there is no limit to where you can take your career. Our mission is clear: to lead through innovation. Join the transformation and innovate with us.

 

This effort begins with our TA team, who are driven by collaboration, people problem-solving, and learning and growing together. With a commitment to community impact, our mission is to attract and retain the best talent for the future of success of BlueHalo, and by extension, our clients. BlueHalo's Lead of Bids and Proposals Talent Acquisition professional plays a pivotal role in this success, identifying, attracting, and advocating for the Talent Acquisition team in the process of developing new business opportunities, and expanding on current contract commitments, driving successful bids and proposals, and talent acquisition workshare. This role is also critical in ensuring that top talent is hired to help win key contracts and drive business growth through strategic recruitment.

 

Overseeing the recruitment process for positions related to proposal development, bids, and capture management. This recruiter works closely with hiring managers, business development teams, and other internal stakeholders to source, screen, and hire high-caliber candidates. The role involves strategic planning, market research, and an in-depth understanding of the bidding and proposal lifecycle, particularly in government and defense contracting sectors. The right person for tis role will come with a network of industry professionals and potential candidates.

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract and hire qualified candidates for bids, proposals, and business development roles.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage all aspects of the recruitment process, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and final offer negotiation.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including hiring managers and business development leads, to understand talent needs and align recruitment strategies with business goals.
• Candidate Sourcing: Proactively source passive candidates through job boards, social media, networking events, and professional communities.
• Market Research: Conduct research to identify new talent pools, track industry trends, and keep up with developments in the bids and proposals field.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and legal regulations, especially regarding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and government contracting guidelines.
• Reporting & Metrics: Track recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire) and provide regular updates to leadership teams.
• Employer Branding: Enhance the company’s employer brand through effective recruitment marketing strategies and participation in industry events.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU WILL BRING:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 20+ years of demonstrated experience in bids, proposals related to government contracting.
• 10+ years experience as certified Hiring Advisor for USG Restricted Customer
• Proven track record of hiring for proposal development, business development, and capture management roles.
• Familiarity with the federal procurement process and the lifecycle of a proposal.
• Understanding of compliance requirements for government contracts (FAR, DFARS).
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage candidates and collaborate with internal teams.
• Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.

Desired Skills:

• Experience recruiting in the Intelligence Community
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

CLEARANCE:TS/SCI with PolyEEO Statement:"BlueHalo is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to HR@bluehalo.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries."