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Principal, Business Development

L3Harris Technologies

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$124,000 - $231,000
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IT - Software
Camden, NJ (On-Site/Office)

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.

Job Title: Principal, Business Development

Job Code: 31558

Job Location: Camden NJ or Washington DC

Schedule: 9/80 Every other Friday off

Job Description: L3Harris currently has an opening in the Business Development organization in the Washington DC area. L3Harris is a global leader in maritime systems integration with specialty in power and propulsion, electrical distribution, communications, navigation and control bridge systems, cyber security and autonomy. As the leading lead system integrator for the U.S. Navy, we provide our shipyard customers expert systems integration expertise as we do today on several high-profile manned and unmanned platforms. A successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business in our Navy Surface Systems and US Coast Guard businesses and by extending our expertise to the U.S. and Global shipyards. The new hire will reinforce, establish and grow customer relationships, identify and shape pursuits, assist with developing capture strategy, and provide effective internal and external communications regarding pursuits.

The successful candidate will have subject matter expertise in Navy Surface Ships and US Coast Guard programs with comprehensive operational and/or technical knowledge and in-depth knowledge of business development, including a working knowledge of experience with the Shipley Capture management process. This position will be supporting the Surface and C5 Systems Division of the Maritime Sector, managing large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight and direction. Additionally, this candidate will communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches, and implement operational plans and strategies that have measurable impact on the business or functional outcomes.

Essential Functions:

Develop and execute an effective plan and strategy for increasing orders, bookings and opportunity captures

Develop and reinforce strong relationships with current and potential customers to facilitate ongoing and new business opportunities

Manage new business capture throughout the business development cycle from planning, targeting and gathering information through proposing and eventual closure of the capture

Demonstrate expertise in the DoD rapid acquisition approaches such as Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the Navy's Naval Rapid Capabilities Office (NRCO)

Provide proficient knowledge of L3Harris products, product applications, systems and solutions to peers, partners and potential customers to develop potential new business opportunities

Develop bid and win strategies and PTW (price-to-win) for selected pursuits

Determine current demand for products and services for both the company and its competitors including future product feature-set direction & roadmaps

Assemble an effective team that produces a winning proposal

Coordinate preparation of compelling opportunity reviews to internal leadership for approval

Evaluate market and competitive conditions and develop competitive assessments

Develop business forecasts for customers, market and product lines

Demonstrate an ability to assess customer influence within customer organizations

Demonstrate deep knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and programs including the US Navy and US Coast Guard community. Proven track record of successful business capture

Familiar with Navy and Coast Guard engineering and acquisition structure and leadership including NAVWAR, NAVSEA, Warfare Centers and US Coast Guard CG-9

Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills and strong interpersonal communication skills

Travel as required to support opportunity identification, pursuit, and capture efforts.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related technical field, or a minimum of 12 years equivalent experience or a graduate degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • MBA is a plus, military experience is a plus
  • Active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance

Skills, Knowledge, Certifications and Conditions:

  • Strong working knowledge of and experience with common capture processes, including the Shipley capture management process
  • Exceptional leadership and decision-making skillS
  • Must be available to travel at least 30% of the year
  • Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and programs. Proven track record of successful Navy business capture.
  • Hands-on technical experience with US Navy C5ISR systems and networks.
  • Shipyard experience and knowledge of Navy new acquisition and shipbuilding programs.


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience leading new business pursuits
  • Experience engaging with senior executives at government agencies, major prime contractors, and commercial companies
  • Established contacts within US Navy and US Coast Guard community
  • Understanding and familiarity with US Navy Surface and US Coast Guard systems and programs
  • Ability to lead and develop relationships with geographically dispersed people
  • Demonstrated ability in competitive analysis, customer analysis, win strategy development, proposal and color team leadership and price-to win analysis
  • Demonstrated understanding of Navy Surface and US Coast Guard systems lifecycles, including requirements development, system design and architecture
  • Disciplined, self-starting professional who can bring projects to closure with minimum direction, guidance and oversight
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to Travel - up to 30%
  • Excellent computer skills with strong proficiency in Windows interface, Microsoft Office package (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access), and Microsoft Project

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado State, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Vermont and New York State is $124K-$231K. For California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $143-$266K. 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.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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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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. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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.
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