Senior Contract Manager

GE Aerospace

. Manage assigned contracts and provide contracting solutions supporting department and business goals .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full contract lifecycle, including negotiation strategies and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD FAR Supplement (DFARS). Proven ability to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing contracting guidance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract Lifecycle ManagementFederal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)DoD FAR Supplement (DFARS)Negotiation Strategy DevelopmentRisk-Based Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Contract FormationContract AdministrationComplex Development EffortsFirm Fixed Price ContractsCost Reimbursement ContractsProposal DevelopmentCompliance Risk AssessmentLean PracticesDigital Tools for ContractingContracting Solutions

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Government ContractsCommercial ContractsInternational ContractsContracting StrategyContract Negotiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage assigned contracts and provide contracting solutions supporting department and business goals
Manage the full contract lifecycle from solicitation receipt through formation, administration, and close-out
Partner with leadership on business and contracting strategy
Assess contractual and compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies
Support proposal development and competitive deal strategies
Develop negotiation strategies and guide team members in negotiations with DoD customers, higher-tier contractors, and other agencies
Lead or support negotiations involving complex terms, scope, and risk
Educate internal stakeholders on contract requirements, rights, obligations, and risk posture
Collaborate with Legal Counsel and cross-functional partners
Improve efficiency and execution quality through lean practices, digital tools, and rigorous contracting processes
Provide timely contracting guidance to internal and external customers
Travel as required based on program and customer needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
At least 7 years of experience in government, commercial, or international contract formation and execution
Solid domain expertise in commercial terms and conditions and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15
Expertise in the DoD FAR Supplement (DFARS)
Proficiency managing multiple contract types, including complex development efforts
Experience with Firm Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursement contract structures
Strong independent judgment and risk-based decision-making ability
Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information, unless already a U.S. Person
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
May be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Challenging careers
Competitive compensation
Inclusive workplace that values diversity
Relocation assistance not provided