Proposal Editor

About This Role

All for elevating CAE, together as one team

Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. From HR professionals who shape our culture, to IT innovators driving technological advancements, Finance leaders ensuring our growth, Communicators shining a light on our story, and Legal experts safeguarding our future —every role is essential. Our enterprise functions don’t just support; they lead, playing a critical role in shaping the company’s path forward and ensuring both clients and employees are ready for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference. You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review customer’s Request for Proposal/Information material to understand the requirements and bid‑specific elements, i.e., proposal deliverables, deadline, response structure and format, and applicable conventions

• Provide counsel for response document/template structure, design, and layout

• Set up documentation for the proposal response using numbering system database, appropriate template(s) or previous baselines, and SharePoint site, and create the proposal outline/skeleton by working closely with the proposal writer

• Format all proposal documentation according to corporate/department–approved standards and styles

• Edit complex and technical proposal documentation, ensuring: consistency/clarity of message, contextual integrity, and tone in the overall deliverable package; proper grammar, flow, readability, accuracy; execution of copy editing

• Consult, update, and maintain the writing assignments document., and follow-up on outstanding input when required

• Liaise with the parties involved in each proposal, both within and external to the proposal department (i.e., bids & proposal manager, proposal writer, integration solution lead, system architect, business development lead, project/program manager, finance) and support proposal color team reviews (i.e., Pink , Red, Gold) and recovery efforts

• Finalize and publish proposal deliverables upon receipt of signatory approvals using Acrobat

• Act as the gatekeeper of all documentation prepared by the proposals department, maintaining version control at each iteration, final document release, and archive

• Create binders for proposal deliverables when hard copies are required

• Support growth and continuous improvement initiatives as required

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• University or college degree and five to seven years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in document editing and formatting

• Strong writing and editing skills in English is required, fluency and editing skills in French is an asset

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 Suite ( particularly Word) and proficient with Adobe Acrobat

• A strong sense of document layout and design

• Superior attention to detail

• Ability to multitask with minimal supervision and under high pressure in a very fast-paced and evolving environment

• Flexibility to work in different time zones when applicable

• Fluency in French is an asset

• EAC certification is an asset

CAE offers: 

• An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued  

• The opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team  

• The possibility to work from home occasionally  

• Flexible schedules  

• Attractive employee benefits 

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]