Senior Proposal Specialist

L3Harris Technologies; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is looking for a Senior Proposal Specialist based in Ottawa. This role involves analyzing customer requirements and preparing technical proposals while ensuring compliance with customer needs.

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering and a minimum of 6 years of experience in Bid & Proposal processes. Familiarity with naval communication systems is preferred and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of Bid & Proposal experience, either leading or supporting the Proposal team.
• Experience with naval communication systems is preferable.
• Able to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and propose a high‑level solution.
• Prepare technical proposals and ensure compliance to customer requirements.
• Manage technical and cost inputs from subcontractors.

Skills

Communication with management

Excellent English writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Proposal team experience

Technical marketing support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Senior Proposal Specialist

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Code: 39189 | Schedule: Day Shift

Salary Range: 85,000$ - 135,000$

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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. Knowledge of English, other than the French language, is necessary due to contractual requirements.
• Familiar with internal communication systems and networking, external communication systems (e.g., satcom, radios), and associated software. Experience in these domains is required even if not an expert in all of them.
• 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 Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

EEO & Inclusion Statement

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.