Senior Specialist – Contract Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Manage a diverse portfolio of civil and U.S. Government contracts.

• Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from proposal strategy and negotiation to award, execution, and sustainment.

• Act as a contracts subject matter expert throughout the proposal, negotiation, award, and post-award execution phases.

• Handle commercial issues, customer relationships, change management, claims, and disputes.

• Serve as the primary contractual liaison for GE Aerospace’s civil and government clientele.

• Provide comprehensive contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts.

• Draft and evaluate contract terms and conditions.

• Lead negotiations and advise internal stakeholders on contract risk and compliance.

• Collaborate with finance, program management, engineering, sales, and legal teams.

• Guide proposal teams through solicitation assessments, FAR/DFARS compliance, export controls, and other risks.

• Develop strategies for risk mitigation.

• Monitor contract compliance, performance obligations, deliverables, and reporting requirements.

• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving the contracts organization processes.

• Promote Flight Deck fundamentals and a lean mindset utilizing digital tools and rigorous contracting practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.

• 6+ years of experience in contract formation and execution within civil, U.S. Government, and international contracting environments.

• Proficiency in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), especially Parts 12 and 15.

• Knowledgeable in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

• Familiarity with applicable export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).

• Ability to demonstrate 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.

• Willingness to align working hours with Eastern Time business hours.

• Juris Doctor or advanced degree in business, contract management, or a related field is advantageous.

• Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts for civil/commercial and U.S. Government military customers.

• Proven experience in briefing stakeholders on contract status, risks, and compliance.

• Capability to work in both 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 in a similar military/government contracting role is preferred.

• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.

• Excellent interpersonal abilities.

• Proficient in managing projects and assignments under tight deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Health Coach provided by GE Aerospace.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Paid time off for vacation or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation.

• Remote work arrangement.

• Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary / commission as per the plan.