Senior Specialist – Contract Management

GE Aerospace

. Manage a mixed portfolio of civil and U.S.

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $131,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, including negotiation, compliance with FAR and DFARS, and risk mitigation strategies. Proven ability to manage relationships with civil and U.S. Government customers while ensuring contract performance and adherence to regulations.

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Contract Lifecycle ManagementFAR/DFARS ExpertiseContract NegotiationRisk Mitigation StrategiesStakeholder Briefing

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Hard Skills

Contract FormationContract ExecutionProposal StrategyContract DraftingCompliance MonitoringChange ManagementClaims ManagementExport Control RegulationsContract AdministrationProblem Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProject ManagementNegotiation SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Digital Contracting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorAdvanced Degree in Business or Contract Management

Industry Keywords

Civil ContractsU.S. Government ContractsInternational ContractingITAREAR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a mixed portfolio of civil and U.S. Government contracts
Oversee the full contract lifecycle from proposal strategy and negotiation through award, execution, and sustainment
Serve as a contracts subject matter expert across proposal, negotiation, award, and post-award execution
Manage commercial issues, customer relationships, change management, claims, and disputes
Act as the primary contractual contact for GE Aerospace’s civil and government customers
Provide end-to-end contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts
Draft and review contract terms and conditions
Lead negotiations and advise internal stakeholders on contract risk and compliance
Liaise with finance, program management, engineering, sales, and legal teams
Guide proposal teams through solicitation assessment, FAR/DFARS compliance, export controls, and other risks
Develop risk mitigation strategies
Monitor contract compliance, performance obligations, deliverables, and reporting requirements
Participate in contracts organization process improvement initiatives
Advocate for Flight Deck fundamentals and a lean mindset using digital tools and rigorous contracting practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
6+ years of experience in contract formation and execution across civil, U.S. Government, and international contracting environments
Expertise in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), particularly Parts 12 and 15
Expertise in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Knowledge of applicable export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
Ability to prove U.S. Person status: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee/refugee status
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to align working hours with Eastern Time business hours
Juris Doctor or advanced degree in business, contract management, or a related field is a plus
Experience negotiating and drafting contracts for civil/commercial and U.S. Government military customers
Experience briefing stakeholders on contract status, risk, and compliance
Ability to work across international and domestic business contexts
Ability to lead negotiations on high-value or high-risk contracts
Prior experience as a U.S. Government contracting officer or similar military/government contracting role is desirable
Ability to analyze and resolve problems
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage projects and assignments within tight deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Professional development
Competitive compensation
Remote work arrangement
Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary / commission based on the plan