Senior Proposal Specialist

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Harris 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. L3

Harris 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.

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Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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.

• Analyze customer requirements and propose a high-level solution;
• Define statement of work for internal department estimation;
• Prepare technical proposals;
• Ensure compliance to customer requirements;
• Estimate implementation material costs;
• Prepare specifications for potential subcontractors;
• Manage technical and cost inputs from subcontractors and internal departments;
• Present solution and costs to senior management or customer, and guide the proposals through the Gate process;
• Provide technical support to Marketing;
• Provide technical marketing support in the field (demonstrations, presentations) with prospective customers and at industry conferences/events. Support Systems Engineering in the design and implementation of Communications Systems, including filling in where required / best fit during lulls in proposal activity

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering;
• Minimum 6 years of Bid & Proposal experience (or equivalent), either leading or supporting the Proposal team. Experience with naval communication systems is preferable;
• Able to communicate with all levels of management;
• Excellent English writing and presentation skills. The knowledge of the English language, other than the French language is necessary due to contractual requirements.
• Proposals will commonly include internal communication systems and networking, external communication systems (e.g. satcom, radios), and associated software. The candidate should have experience in these domains, even if not an expert in all of them.
• The candidate is familiar with medium to large RFPs, common contractual documents, compliance matrices, and the like;
• Capable of working under pressure with tight deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal skills and works well in as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada "Reliability" status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

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Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3

Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

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Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada "Reliability" status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3

Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.