Proposal Specialist Jobs in Texas

Proposal Specialist jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where defense contracting, energy services, and government IT drive consistent demand across all experience levels. Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Halliburton are among the established employers maintaining dedicated proposal teams in the state, with openings in technical writing, government contracts, and RFP response management. Texas ranks among the most active markets in the country for this role, with opportunities at everything from senior manager to entry-level coordinator. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerGFT
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring9
Work type56% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Commercial Proposal Specialist
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Commercial Proposal Specialist
Muehlhan Wind Service
Flower Mound, Texas
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration

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GFT
Senior Proposal Specialist
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Senior Proposal Specialist
GFT
Houston, Texas
Brand Marketing
Event Planning
Marketing
$75k - $95k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications
5,001-10,000

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GFT
Senior Proposal Specialist
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Senior Proposal Specialist
GFT
Fort Worth, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$75k - $95k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications
5,001-10,000

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Credit Systems International, Inc.
Proposal Development & Marketing Specialist
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Credit Systems International, Inc.
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Proposal Development & Marketing Specialist
Credit Systems International, Inc.
Fort Worth, Texas
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in communications

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Jack Henry & Associates
Proposal & Contract Specialist II
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Jack Henry & Associates
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Proposal & Contract Specialist II
Jack Henry & Associates
Allen, Texas
Business Operations
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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Proposal Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
2 jobs
Houston
2 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
Allen
1 job
Frisco
1 job
Carrollton
1 job
San Antonio
1 job
Flower Mound
1 job
The Woodlands
1 job

Proposal Specialist Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GFT
GFT2 open roles
AECOM
AECOM1 open role
Wade Trim
Wade Trim1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in proposal specialist jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a related field required
  • Demonstrated experience writing and coordinating government or commercial proposals
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and RFP response processes
  • Proficiency with proposal management tools such as Shipley or Privia
  • APMP Foundation or Practitioner certification preferred by many Texas employers
  • Strong project management skills with ability to meet firm submission deadlines

Proposal Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a proposal specialist in Texas?

Most proposal specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a technical field. Texas has no state-issued license for this role, so hiring is credential-driven: employers look for APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification, particularly at the Foundation or Practitioner level, along with a portfolio of submitted proposals. Entry-level candidates often move in from technical writing, contracts administration, or marketing coordinator roles.

Which companies hire proposal specialists in Texas?

Texas proposal specialist roles are posted by GFT, AECOM, and Wade Trim and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, energy services firms, and government IT integrators makes it one of the busiest states for proposal teams year-round.

Which Texas cities have the most proposal specialist jobs?

Dallas, Houston, and Fort Worth have the most proposal specialist openings in Texas. Houston's energy and engineering sectors and Dallas's large federal contractor footprint drive most of the volume, while San Antonio's proximity to Joint Base San Antonio and major defense facilities creates steady demand for specialists focused on government and defense RFPs.

Are there remote proposal specialist jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields, since proposal work is document-intensive and does not require physical presence at a job site. About 78% of proposal specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed teams. Fully remote positions are most common in the technical writing and RFP coordination parts of the role.

How can I get hired as a proposal specialist in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a related writing or coordination role such as marketing coordinator, contracts administrator, or technical writer at a Texas defense contractor or energy services firm. Large Texas employers like L3Harris and Jacobs bring in junior proposal coordinators who support senior writers on live bids. Earning the APMP Foundation certificate demonstrates commitment to the field and gives candidates a clear edge, especially when applying to government-focused teams in the Houston and San Antonio markets.

Where can I find and apply to proposal specialist jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to proposal specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer. No account or profile setup is needed to search current listings.

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