About

• Description
• Built in the Gorge. Flown Around the World.
• Precision. Pride. Performance.

• Location: White Salmon, WA — overlooking the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge
• Turn your engineering and analytical talent into impact that reaches the skies. At Innovative Composite Engineering (ICE), our aerospace-grade composite components are trusted by world-class customers across aviation, defense, space, marine, and advanced industries. We are searching for a Proposal Engineer to support our Marketing & Program Development team by preparing accurate, compelling bids and proposals that showcase ICE’s technical capabilities and drive new business.
• This is a career opportunity where your engineering expertise, technical writing, and customer relationship skills directly contribute to ICE’s continued growth and performance. And with our 4-day workweek, you’ll have more time to enjoy everything the Gorge lifestyle offers — windsurfing, skiing, hiking, craft breweries, and small-town community living.

• Possible Hybrid for the right candidate.

• Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Competitive Pay + Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO, Sick Time, and Holdays
• 4/10 Schedule — three-day weekends in the Gorge
• A culture that celebrates Precision, Pride, and Performance

• The Opportunity
• As a Proposal Engineer, you play a key role in our business development process. You will analyze customer requests, interpret technical drawings, build cost and material estimates, and prepare polished proposals that reflect the precision and quality ICE is known for. Working closely with Marketing Engineers, Program Managers, and cross-functional teams, you’ll help secure new customer partnerships and strengthen existing ones.

• What You’ll Do
• Review and analyze customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and project documentation to fully understand technical and program requirements
• Build accurate estimates and ensure data integrity within estimating tools and pricing models
• Support the development of written proposals, customer response letters, and bid packages with clarity, professionalism, and technical accuracy
• Present estimates to internal stakeholders and support pricing reviews and decision-making
• Communicate with customers and suppliers to gather required details, clarify requirements, and enhance proposal accuracy
• Track proposal status from submission through decision, maintaining follow-up and customer engagement as assigned
• Capture and log feedback on wins/losses, pricing, schedule, and competitive intelligence to support continuous improvement
• Why Innovative Composite Engineering
• Joining ICE means joining a team that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and pride in the products we build. You’ll work on innovative programs that shape the future of aerospace and advanced composites — all while enjoying the rare balance of a 4-day workweek in one of the most beautiful playgrounds in the Pacific Northwest.

• Working Conditions
• This role requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Safety is core to how we operate, and adherence to all safety standards, PPE requirements, and workplace guidelines is expected.
• ICE is an equal opportunity employer. Per ITAR regulations, applicants must provide evidence of U.S. person status. ICE is a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
• Requirements
• What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (required)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, materials, and cost-estimating practices
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and project-based documentation
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or Creo (preferred)
• Organized, detail-driven, and able to manage multiple deadlines with precision
• A positive, collaborative work style and ability to thrive in a team-based environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and high personal standards of performance
• At ICE, you won’t just design components — you’ll engineer solutions that fly across the world. If you’re ready to build a career where innovation meets impact, join us in creating what others only imagine.
• Innovative Composite Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.
• Per ITAR regulations, applicants must be U.S. Persons (citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).