JOB OPENINGS

Bid Specialist (Space Sector)

ALTEC is seeking a candidate to fill the role of Bid Specialist within the Business Development, Sales & Contracts organizational unit. The Bid Specialist supports the preparation, coordination, and submission of technical and commercial proposals for programs and contracts in the space sector, while also collaborating across departments with the Engineering, Program Management, Finance, and Procurement teams. The Bid Specialist helps ensure the quality, compliance, and timely delivery of proposals for institutional and commercial clients, such as the Italian Space Agency, the European Space Agency, the European Union Agency for the Space Program, prime contractors, and industry operators.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the management of the entire bid preparation process.
  • Analyze Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Invitations to Tender (ITTs), and bid requirements.
  • Review and consolidate the bid documentation, ensuring that it is complete and compliant.
  • Track deadlines and keep the work plans for bidding activities up to date.
  • Oversee the layout, proofreading, and formal quality of documents to be submitted to the client.
  • Support the development of cost estimates, schedules, and the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
  • Manage document archives, templates, and lessons learned.
  • Participate in internal reviews and activities aimed at the continuous improvement of proposal management processes.
  • Support Gate’s internal process, from the presentation of the opportunity to its Bid/No Bid evaluation by the proposal team and follow-up on the proposal’s development.
  • Support the proposal team in developing the best bid strategy.

Requirements

Training

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Management Engineering, or equivalent STEM fields with experience in contract work; or a Bachelor’s degree in Law with experience in institutional contracts.
  • A degree in Project Management or Business Administration is preferred.

Experience

  • 2–5 years of experience in bid management, proposal management, and contract administration.
  • Experience in the Space, Aerospace & Defense sector is preferred.
  • Experience with national and European tenders and with institutional clients.

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of the bid management process and the main stages of the bidding process.
  • Ability to interpret contractual documentation (essential) and technical documentation (a plus).
  • Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Experience with project management and document management tools.
  • Proficiency in business and technical English.

Transversal Skills

  • Precision and attention to detail.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities.
  • Ability to work in teams and in multidisciplinary settings.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving and a results-oriented approach.

Languages

  • Fluent in Italian.
  • Business English (B2/C1).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Role

  • Compliance with submission deadlines.
  • Quality and Compliance of the Bid Documentation.
  • Effectiveness of coordination with internal teams.
  • Reduction in errors and rework.
  • Contribution to the continuous improvement of the bidding process.

The research is open to both men and women.

Salary range offered based on skills and experience in line with the desired profile: €35,000 – €45,000

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