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Job Title: Proposal Operations Manager

Job Code: 36515

Job Location: Rochester, NY OR Palm Bay, FL OR Chantilly, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Proposal Operations Manager to lead proposals of varying size and importance within the Space Systems Sector. The role manages cross-functional teams through the proposal process, ensuring compliance, organization, and on-time delivery. Key duties include schedule management, content oversight, quality reviews, and alignment with company and customer requirements as well as serving as a liaison and educating teams on proposal processes.

Essential Functions:

Lead cross-functional proposal teams to ensure compliance and on-time delivery

Manage schedules, content development, and quality reviews

Interpret and communicate operational processes across departments

Recommend improvements to proposal and operational systems

Apply strong knowledge of business acquisition and proposal development

Build effective cross-functional partnerships and support internal stakeholders

Maintain high integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

Adapt to shifting priorities while managing multiple tasks

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience: Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience

Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Experience in defense, U.S. Government, or aerospace environments

Familiarity with capture, business development, and program management

Shipley certification or similar training

Strong communication, judgment, and collaboration skills

Excellent writing and presentation abilities

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Proactive, flexible, and able to work with all levels of leadership

Strong leadership capabilities and willingness to work extended hours when needed

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $67,000-$124,000. The salary range for this role in Virginia – Greater Washington, D.C. area is $76,500-$141,500. 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 July 14, 2026.

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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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