Proposal Manager

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 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. Job Title: Proposal Manager Job Code: 40440 Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week Job Description The Proposal Manager would lead the development and submission of high‑quality, competitive and sole‑source proposals. This individual will oversee the entire proposal lifecycle, ensuring proposals are aligned with customer needs and L3Harris capabilities while maintaining compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong project management, communication, and writing skills and is capable of managing multiple proposals simultaneously. Essential Functions Lead and manage the full proposal process, from initial opportunity identification through final submission, ensuring high‑quality proposals and ECP’s that align with L3Harris IEC business objectives. Support fact‑finding, bid strategy and negotiations. Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Technical Services, Finance, and Business Development to gather relevant information and develop a FAR compliant and winning proposal. Develop, review, and refine proposal content to ensure clarity, persuasiveness, and adherence to customer requirements. Tailor proposals to highlight L3Harris IEC’s capabilities and value proposition. Ensure all proposals meet DOD and FAR Requirements, company policies, and contractual requirements, mitigating risks associated with bidding and contract execution. Continuously refine and optimize proposal development strategies, templates, and processes to improve efficiency and success rates. Support BOE review and review of Price and Cost Analyses. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with 6 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 4 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. 2+ years of project management experience. Preferred Additional Skills Strong knowledge of DOD and FAR Requirements. Experience with cost and price analysis. Experience using Microsoft Project, PowerPoint and BOE Pro. Strong Project Management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders. Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Benefits In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $88,000 - $164,000. 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. 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