Proposals Specialist, Systems Engineering

Natural Factors; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Proposals Specialist in Systems Engineering to join their dynamic team. This role involves analyzing customer requirements, preparing technical proposals, and ensuring compliance with specifications. You will engage with multidisciplinary teams, present solutions to management, and support marketing efforts at industry events. The company fosters a culture of inclusion and professional growth, providing an environment where your contributions will directly impact mission-critical projects in the defense sector. If you are passionate about technology and have a strong background in proposals, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Bid & Proposal, preferably in naval communication systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and propose high-level solutions.
• Prepare technical proposals and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Present solutions and costs to senior management or customers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Bid & Proposal Experience

Technical Writing

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

RFP Management

Contractual Documents Familiarity

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.

About your next Challenge as a Proposals Specialist, Systems Engineering:

What will you do:

• 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.

Required Skills and Experiences:

• Able to communicate with all levels of management;
• Excellent English writing and presentation skills;
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering;
• Minimum 5 years of Bid & Proposal experience (or equivalent), either leading or supporting the Proposal team. Experience with naval communication systems is preferable;
• 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 as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory):

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

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris 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, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.