Manager, Aerospace Defense & Government Advisory

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them.

About the Role

Join Aprio's Aerospace, Defense, and Government Advisory team and help clients maximize their opportunities. This position supports U.S. government and defense-related clients. Certain engagements require personnel who are eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance or who meet client-defined access requirements for controlled environments. U.S. citizenship may be a requirement for these access requirements.

Responsibilities

• Proposal Support: Aid in proposal efforts from RFI/RFP analysis through submission, ensuring compliance and compelling content, including various technical volumes.
• Conduct proposal reviews, including major color teams.
• Support development of White Papers and submissions to SBIRs, OTs, and CSOs.
• Plan, oversee, and advise on client customer insights and strategic priorities.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on contractual matters during contract award and performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and SMEs to shape strategies aligned with customer needs and mission objectives.
• Support corporate client business processes and SOP.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, project management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in National Security (DoD or IC) acquisition, business development, and/or program management roles.
• Understanding of federal acquisition regulations, contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, etc.), and FAR and non-FAR based procurement processes (OTs, CSOs, SBIRs).
• Experience supporting classified and/or special access programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and artificial intelligence tools, such as Claude, CoPilot, or ChatGPT.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives, customers, and partners.

Qualifications

• PMP, DAU/FAC-C, CFCM, CPCM, Shipley, or other relevant certifications (desired).
• Experience in capture or proposal development (or evaluation on the Government side).
• Familiarity with Department of Defense and Intelligence Community acquisition organizations, frameworks, and processes.

Pay

$125,000 - $165,000 a year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
• 401k with Profit Sharing.
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure.
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion.
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance.
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales.
• Top-rated wellness program.
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options.

Why Work For Aprio

• Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm passionate about what’s next.
• An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide the culture, ensuring an exceptional team-member and client experience (the Aprio Way).
• A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring, and ambitious team in a collaborative culture.
• Entrepreneurship: Freedom to innovate and bring ideas to help grow the firm.
• Growth opportunities: Professional growth in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• Competitive compensation: Rewarded with industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment for work/life balance.