Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Senior Proposal Manager position is a full-time position responsible for leading, managing and executing the full lifecycle of proposal development activities, across all clients (federal, state and private sector) for MELE Associates, Inc. (MELE). This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader with strong organizational and communication skills, who can effectively manage complex, deadline-driven projects across multiple departments and teaming partners. The position will work in MELE’s Rockville, MD office (currently in a hybrid work environment – teleworking Mondays/Fridays and in-office Tuesdays-Thursdays, subject to change).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProposal Leadership & Strategy ExecutionLead and direct all phases of the proposal process to develop compliant, compelling, and winning responses to federal, state, and local government solicitations (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, etc.).Translate capture strategies into clear proposal development plans and ensure alignment with solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria.Collaborate closely with Capture Managers, Vice Presidents (VPs), and the Chief Operating Officer (COO) to shape and refine win strategies, themes, and discriminators.Cross-Functional Team ManagementManage proposal development teams, including volume leads, writers, editors, solution architects, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), proposal coordinators, and graphic designers.Facilitate and lead proposal meetings such as kickoffs, storyboarding sessions, color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold, White Glove), and debriefs.Ensure adherence to the company’s proposal development framework, quality standards, and proposal processes.Operational Execution & ComplianceOversee day-to-day proposal operations including schedule management, content development, editing, review cycles, production, and final submission.Serve as the primary point of contact for all proposal-related inquiries, including internal stakeholders and external teaming partners.Ensure full compliance with solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and corporate policies.Training, Development, and Process ImprovementDevelop and deliver training to staff on proposal best practices, tools, and templates to foster proposal literacy across the company.Mentor and support onboarding of current and new proposal personnel and provide continuous coaching to enhance team capabilities.Maintain and enhance reusable content libraries, proposal templates, and standardized resources.Identify gaps and lead the development of new processes, tools, and systems to support proposal quality, scalability, and success.Project Planning & Time ManagementEstablish and manage proposal timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure internal and external deadlines are consistently met.Proactively identify risks to proposal execution and lead mitigation strategies to keep efforts on track.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree required.Minimum of 5 years of experience managing federal government proposal efforts, including full lifecycle proposal development (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) for a government contractor or consulting firm.Proven ability to lead and manage proposal teams through the design, development, and delivery of complex, compliant, and compelling proposals.Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), federal procurement processes, and compliance standards.Demonstrated success coordinating and collaborating with cross-functional teams across organizational levels, including primes, subcontractors, consultants, and SMEs.Skilled in mentoring and managing members of a proposal team and building organizational proposal expertise.Ability to provide both administrative and technical support throughout the proposal process, ensuring alignment with solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria.Exceptional technical writing, editing, and persuasive communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical content into compelling proposal narratives.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Proficiency in proposal management and collaboration tools, including Microsoft Office/Office 365, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and other proposal automation or content management systems.LOCATION: This is a hybrid position in Rockville, MD.SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. The salary range for this position is $125-150k.BENEFITSEmployer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision CareLow-Cost Family Health Care offered11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation401k with Generous Employer MatchCross-training opportunitiesCompany DescriptionAbout MELE
With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.Company DescriptionAbout MELE\r\n\r\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYMELE Associates is seeking a Fleet Manager to work with DOE/NNSA fleet managers to ensure the proper allocation of vehicles for NEST use. They are responsible for working with GSA/GSA regions to ensure maintenance, compliance with regulations, reporting and fleet optimization for DOE/NNSA purchased vehicles, GSA lease or other leasing options for government vehicles. They are also the lead in developing strategic planning, and coordination of all activities related to the NEST fleet including assisting with budget requirements. They are also responsible for managing vehicle inventory, updating/coordinating vehicle life cycle and replacement, and monitoring the overall vehicle fleet.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProviding the leasing/purchasing requirements to DOE/NNSA.Developing overall requirements and justification for the NEST vehicle inventory.Coordinating and maintaining vehicles for acceptance/pick-up, return and/or exchange in coordination with NA-MAAssisting with registering and licensing vehicles with GSA and GSA trackingAssisting with the procurement of emergency lights/sirens.Overseeing routine maintenance on vehicles and implementing preventative maintenance strategies to maximize the life of the fleet.Ensuring sufficient shop space and tools are available to safely execute maintenance functions.Assisting with the purchasing/leasing new vehicles for the fleet as needed within budget constraints.Providing appropriate training/oversight for use and operations of vehiclesCoordination with DOE/NNSA/GSA fleet managers to provide reporting requirements.Develop budgetary requirements for the NEST fleet.Assuring vehicles meet legal requirements for federal and state laws.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThis position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.5 years of specific experience managing fleetExperience with working with GSALOCATION: This is an On-Site position in Albuquerque, NM.SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.BENEFITSEmployer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision CareLow-Cost Family Health Care offered11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation401k with Generous Employer MatchCross-training opportunitiesCompany DescriptionAbout MELE
With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.Company DescriptionAbout MELE\r\n\r\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYMELE requires an exceptional candidate to fill a Counterterrorism Exercise Planner position to assist in the planning, execution, and evaluation of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) internal and interagency nuclear incident response exercises. These actions primarily consist of working with a small team to plan the exercise while supporting the exercise director and the evaluation team with finalizing exercise evaluation guides, inputting controller observations into a database, and drafting/reviewing exercise after action reviews. The emergency response organization position will require support outside of normal office hours. Additionally, certification as an emergency response team member is required with frequent on-call duties. Will require domestic and infrequent international overnight travel.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvide guidance, consultation, and facilitation for the Federal client and project team by planning, designing, executing, and evaluating exercises supported with exercise-related products. Support the planning and design phases to NNSA asset, intra- and inter-agency, and national level nuclear incident response exercises by preparing and disseminating products such as the Exercise Plan (EXPLAN), Controller/Evaluator (C/E) Handbook, Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), player briefings, and After Action Reports/Corrective Action Plans (AAR/CAP) in the Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP) format. Develops, coordinates, and assists in the implementation of annual exercise and training and staffing plans. Develops, schedules, and assists in the execution of all levels of training and administration of exercises. Prepares and manages complex training aids including their design and creation to support a wide range of exercise objectivesProvides operational and staff support to disaster preparedness requirements and program responsibilities of Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) Render Safe program managers (i.e. Joint Technical Operations Team, Accident Response Group, and Render Safe Stabilization Operations).All other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s Degree (desired fields include Emergency Management, First Responder, Antiterrorism, Security fields, or equivalent). Preference is made to degrees within the national security mission to include Homeland Security, International Affairs, Emergency and Disaster Management, Government & Politics, or cognate disciplines.Minimum five years emergency response program experience with an emphasis radiological and nuclear response policy and expertise preferred. Minimum two years of experience developing, planning, and executing exercises including TTX, CPX, FTX and After-Action events.1 to 7 years of experience in one or more of the disciplines of exercise design, emergency management, terrorism/WMD terrorism response, foreign affairs, and law enforcement.Demonstrated experience must include one and preferably more than one of the following disciplines:exercise design, development, coordination, and facilitation of realistic CT/WMD tabletop exercises (TTXs)law enforcement and/or emergency management experience that includes the response to terrorist/WMD threats and attacksinfrastructure protectionCT/WMD national policy, planning, and security affairs.Must be able to professionally deliver technical briefings and material in a Senior Leader environment supported by subject matter policy expertise to guide policy discussions.Demonstrated writing and editing skills in the creation of documents and procedures.Willingness to work directly with clients in an environment that changes rapidly; must possess a mature approach to personal interactions with others.Skilled in articulating complex issues at an easily understood level in both oral and written form.Professional level of fluency in Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint) suite of applications.Must have or will be expected to quickly learn the following skills: video editing and design (Premiere Pro), virtual platform management and facilitation (Microsoft Teams and Zoom)Must be an independent self-starter with excellent organizational skills, an ability to multi-task, and comfortable working with a team of technical experts in varying fields of security and emergency operations disciplinesMust have excellent research and analytical skills and public speaking or facilitation experience, and experience working collaboratively with strong interpersonal skills.Both domestic and international travel requirements comprise approximately 10% of the job; a U.S. passport is required.Able to work after hours, extended shifts, and on weekends when required during emergency responses and exercises.Travel is required. Travel is "best cost" to the government and only economy airfare and economy class rental cars will be allowed.Able to lift 50 pounds, carry your own luggage, and walk up to a quarter of a mile to work locations. Candidate must have a valid Top-Secret security clearance. DOE site access requires the qualified candidate be a U.S. citizen, have a valid Top-Secret security clearance, and obtain a DOE “Q” security clearance within 30 days of employment.The candidate’s written consent to conduct a background check for the purposes of obtaining a security clearance may be required as a condition of employment. Certain positions requiring a security clearance may require the periodic successful completion of a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. Ongoing reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal substances may be conducted as a requirement for ongoing access to DOE sites. The candidate’s written consent to conduct such tests may be required as a condition of employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with the interagency on matters related to radiological and nuclear response recommended.LOCATION: This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC 20024, USA. Telework options are available with a requirement to be in the office at least three days a week, based on the level of in-person meetings and office needs.SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.BENEFITSHybrid remote/office work environmentEmployer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision CareLow-Cost Family Health Care offered11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation401k with Generous Employer MatchCross-training opportunitiesCompany DescriptionAbout MELE
With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.Company DescriptionAbout MELE\r\n\r\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Technical Advisor supports the NNSA Office of Nuclear Forensics Detonation Assessment Program (DAP), assisting the Federal Program Manager with program planning, implementation, and interagency coordination. This role provides technical expertise in post-detonation nuclear forensics, including NUDET modeling, prompt sensors, radiochemistry, and debris analysis, and exercise planning and coordination. Responsibilities include supporting program logistics, training, operations, and policy development, as well as reviewing research initiatives and integrating new technologies. The Technical Advisor drafts and reviews plans, procedures, and program documentation while coordinating with DoD, FBI, DHS, DOS, DOE/NNSA offices, National Laboratories, academia, and industry. This position requires innovative problem-solving to support national decision-making, law enforcement, and public safety following a nuclear detonation. Work is on-site in Washington, DC, with situational telework possible. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Support the Federal Program Manager with tracking the program’s work and progress.Provide subject matter expertise and support to the development and review of policy, technical, planning, operational and other documents related to the program and the interagency nuclear forensics mission. Includes creating, reviewing, and editing Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents. Critically review, assess and report on technical efforts relating to the program, including reports and deliverables from the National Laboratories, proposed and ongoing technical capability improvements and Research & Development, gap analyses, and scientific studies and reports.Organize, facilitate, participate in, and contribute to program, office and interagency nuclear forensics meetings, forums, working groups, conferences and program reviews involving subject matter experts from other DOE/NNSA offices, the National Laboratories, other Departments and Agencies, and international partners.Coordinate as needed with other DOE/NNSA offices, other federal Departments and Agencies, DOE’s National Laboratories, and other stakeholders as needed.Develop and present technical and programmatic briefings to stakeholders, colleagues and senior leaders, making clear and convincing presentations sufficient to clarify and justify recommendations.Support planning and execution of drills, training, and exercises. Advise in the development of operational objectives and evaluation criteria. Assist in identifying and tracking after‐action and corrective action reports.The position requires regular attendance in the office, although occasional telework may be possible.The position requires occasional domestic and international travel.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:DOE Q clearance or equivalent, and ability to obtain and SCI clearance.Minimum of a master’s degree in nuclear engineering or the physical sciences.Knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of nuclear science or engineering sufficient to synthesize complex technical and operational information to form assessments relevant to the program.Knowledge of the technical and operational aspects of the NNSA and interagency technical nuclear forensics capabilities sufficient to serve as an expert.Knowledge of project management methods, including familiarity with the federal budget process, strategic planning, requirements determinations, and project milestone development and tracking.Ability to communicate orally, provide expert advice, and make clear and convincing presentations sufficient to clarify and justify recommendations, to communicate technical, operational, and policy-level concepts to stakeholders, colleagues, and senior leaders; ability to lead meetings, working groups, and technical meetings.Ability to write and revise policy documents, training and operational plans, and requirements for technical and non-technical aspects of a complex multi-stakeholder, multi-facility program.Experience in coordinating program activities and goals with members of government agencies and with scientists in academia and public and private laboratories.Ability to work well in a rapidly changing and often uncertain environment.Demonstrated good judgment, professionalism, and collaboration skills, and the ability to successfully work with a diverse group of stakeholders to develop consensus.Maintenance of an official passport and current appropriate immunizations.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIOLNS:SCI clearanceKnowledge of DOE's nuclear emergency response programs sufficient to support coordination and integration of resources and DOE nuclear forensics response activities.Knowledge of the DOE National Laboratory system and the respective roles of DOE Headquarters and the National Laboratories. LOCATION: This is an hybrid eligible position in Washington, DC.SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.BENEFITSEmployer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision CareLow-Cost Family Health Care offered11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation401k with Generous Employer MatchCross-training opportunitiesCompany DescriptionAbout MELE
With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.Company DescriptionAbout MELE\r\n\r\nWith over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.\r\n\r\nMELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
