Proposal Operations Manager

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do.

Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth.

L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success.

Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry.

With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Project Management / Proposal Operations Management
Job Code: 30459
Job Location: Palm Bay, FL
Job Description:
L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Proposal Operations Manager to manage large, complex proposals with strategic importance to the SS&I Division.

The role involves providing proposal training and collaboration to cross-functional teams throughout the proposal development process.

Additionally, the Proposal Operations Manager will manage, coach, and mentor the Proposal Analyst team.


Essential Functions:
• Manage complex projects or processes with general oversight
• Oversee the generation, quality, and timeliness of proposal submittals and status reporting internally and externally
• Communicate within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures
• Coordinate with Program leadership aligned to ECP and proposal activity to ensure buy-in and executability
• Make moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes
• Focus on problem identification and independently define and implement relevant continuous improvement solutions
• Contribute to the achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on departmental results
• Act as a subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of business acquisition and proposal development
• Develop business strategies for proposals that ensure long-term business success
• Operate with expertise and full understanding of product offerings/capabilities across the portfolios
• Remain current on all program activities to ensure that proposals are accurate, achievable, and consistent with the financial goals of the Division/Sector
• Monitor program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, performance requirements, schedules, and cost commitments
• Develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals across functions and teams
• Demonstrate the highest level of personal integrity, professionalism, and work ethic
• Deliver a high level of customer service to internal customers
• Exhibit meticulous task management and execution excellence
• Adapt easily to changing environments and multiple competing demands
• Work comfortably both as an individual and in group settings, interacting with all levels of management
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance
Preferred Additional Skills:
• Preferred proposal experience

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as SharePoint
• Excellent communication, judgment/problem-solving, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills
• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Well-organized, resourceful, and a multi-tasker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate assistance needs and take initiative
• Able to effectively handle multiple simultaneous projects
• Flexible in the face of changing priorities
• Ability to interact positively with executives, managers, customers, and other administrators
• Willing to work occasional extended hours as needed
• Strong leadership skills
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado State and New York State is $75,000-$139,000.

This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.



L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.



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