Manager, Proposal Operations

Job Title : Manager Proposal Operations Management

Job Code : 27580

Job Location : Colorado Springs CO OR Rochester NY OR Wilmington MA OR Palm Bay FL OR Chantilly VA

Job Description :

The Manager Proposal Manager manages large complex proposals with strategic importance to the SSI Division. Develop plan and schedule proposals. Analyze and interpret request for proposal (RFP) requirements and instructions. Compile cost schedule and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications. Research and analyze historical data develop cost models to support proposal efforts. Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings. Participate in cost and pricing reviews with management and customer representatives. Participate as a member of the contract negotiating team.

Essential Functions :

Subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management

Manage large complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction

Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices processes and approaches

Make significant improvements in processes systems or products

Provide input into new products / processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results

Oversee the generation quality and timeliness of proposal submittals and status reporting internally and externally

Work is guided by individual annual goals and objectives with minimal oversight or direction

Frequently responsible for providing guidance coaching and training to other employees across the Company within area of expertise

Frequently responsible for managing large complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization involving large cross-functional teams

Work consists of making significant improvements of processes systems solutions or products to enhance performance of job area

May develop new concepts or standards

Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are undefined where information is difficult to obtain

Conduct extensive investigation to understand root cause of problems

Problem span a wide range of difficult and unique issues across the function and / or business area

Remain current on all program activities to ensure that proposals are accurate achievable and are consistent with the financial goals of the Division / Sector

Coordinate with Program leadership aligned to ECP and proposal activity to ensure buy-in and executability

Implement strategic goals established by leadership

Establish operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results (e.g. less than 1 year)

Provide input into new products processes standards and / or operational plans that will have measurable impact on the achievement of overall function or business results

Monitor program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications performance requirements schedules and cost commitments

Ability to develop broad cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals across functions and teams

Qualifications :

Bachelors Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; Or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; Or in lieu of a degree a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Preferred Additional Skills :

Minimum of 2 years experience leading a team

Shipley Training

Excellent interpersonal written verbal communication and presentation skills

Strong leadership skills

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in Massachusetts Denver or NYC areas is $103500-$192500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state and New York state is $90000-$167000. 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.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close November 14 2025.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development,Time Management,Microsoft Office,Adobe Acrobat,Microsoft Word,Technical Writing,Visio,Microsoft Powerpoint,Sharepoint,Proposal Writing,Contracts,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 103500 - 192500