Supply Chain Agent, Defense Proposal

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees' well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

• Lead the planning, coordination, and submission of all supply chain proposal inputs in response to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Partner with procurement, contracts, engineering, finance, legal, and program management to ensure proposal accuracy, compliance, and competitiveness.
• Interpret and flow down FAR, DFARS, and international contract requirements into supplier RFP packages and BOE justifications.
• Establish and maintain a centralized pipeline view of all current and upcoming defense supply chain proposal activities.
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations and reporting on proposal progress, risks, and resource needs.
• Support make-or-buy analysis, supplier quoting, and cost estimating strategies aligned with Bombardier's defense business objectives.
• Review and validate supplier inputs to ensure cost realism, historical pricing alignment, and compliance with DoD cost principles.
• Participate in internal and customer-facing proposal reviews, audits, and fact-finding activities.
• Ensure export control and ITAR/EAR compliance throughout the proposal lifecycle.
• Maintain documentation to support DCAA/DCMA audit readiness.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in proposal, procurement, or supply chain roles; prior proposal experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the U.S. DoD acquisition process, including RFP structures, flow-downs, and compliance standards.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and international defense contracting practices.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to contract and security requirements
• Experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry or a government contracting environment.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR regulations, Cybersecurity compliance (CMMC), and supply chain security principles.
• Understanding of cost estimating, supplier negotiations, and BOE development in a defense context.
• Experience with proposal pricing tools (e.g., ProPricer) and reporting dashboards (e.g., Power BI).

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Supply Chain Agent, Defense Proposal

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 10157 Supply Chain Agent, Defense Proposal