Business Development Coordinator

Mills Marine & Ship Repair, LLC seeks an experienced Business Development Coordinator to oversee business development, proposal management, and program coordination efforts within the Navy maritime sector. This position is responsible for identifying and qualifying opportunities, developing competitive proposals, managing teaming partnerships, and supporting contract execution. The role requires expertise in federal contracting, strong technical writing skills, and proven leadership in project/program management.

Duties:

• Identify, track, and evaluate opportunities through sam.gov, GOVWIN (Deltek), and SEAPORT Next Generation.

• Conduct weekly pipeline reviews and provide leadership with opportunity status updates.

• Research and assess capabilities of potential teaming partners and subcontractors.

• Prepare compliant, high-quality proposals for Federal and Commercial RFPs.

• Coordinate technical writing, pricing, and compliance documentation for submissions.

• Apply experience in Navy maritime operations and production supervision to project planning and execution.

• Support marketing efforts to expand company capabilities and partnerships.

• Maintain accurate records of business development activities and proposal submissions.

REQUIREMENTS

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Must hold and maintain an active security clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or related field

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in federal contracting, business development, or program/project management in the defense sector.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven ability to identify, develop, and capture business opportunities.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word.

• Strong technical writing and proposal development skills.

• Knowledge of Navy maritime industry operations, both public and private yard.

• Experience as a Contracting Officer, Contract Specialist, or Contracting Officer Representative preferred.

Physical Demands & Expectations:

• Regular physical activity includes walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, standing and prolonged sitting.

• Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance.

• Ability to use radio and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

Benefits: In addition to competitive pay, we provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits encourage our employees and their families to build a lifelong relationship with Mills. Benefits are subject to employment eligibility.

Benefits: Part Time position

• Paid accrued vacation time

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Company-paid life and accidental insurance with Supplemental Coverage Option as well

• Legal Resource benefit

• 401K Plan

• 11 Company Paid Holidays

Mills Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Mills Marine is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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