Contract professional supporting the Defense & Systems business contract life cycle including cradle to grave contract management and critical product line partnership duties in government and commercial contracting environments. The Defense & Systems Contracts Team is the primary focal to government, airframer and commercial procurement customers and accountable for contracting actions across all phases of a Program: proposal strategy, solution development, production, sustainment and closeout. The Contracts Team provides expert knowledge in customer relationships and regulations, contract terms, price and profit negotiation, risk analysis and mitigation strategies, and scope and change management. As a trusted partner to the business, Contracts collaborates across multiple functions with a focus on meeting business objectives while balancing customer expectations.Job Description
Job Title
Senior Contracts Manager
Company Intro/About GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We partner with customers globally to deliver reliable products and services while advancing technologies that define flight for today, tomorrow, and the future.
Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview
This role sits within the Contracts function, supporting a portfolio of government, airframe, and commercial programs across development and production work. The position partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant, efficient contract formation and execution across varying contract types and customer requirements.
Role Overview
The Senior Contracts Manager provides end-to-end contract lifecycle leadership for multiple programs of varying complexity. You will assess solicitations, shape proposal strategies, negotiate terms, manage contract changes, and support administration through closeout—while ensuring strong customer relationships, compliance, quality, and on-time execution.
Key Responsibilities
Contract portfolio support: Provide direct contracts support for multiple government, airframe, and commercial contracts across varying types (fixed price, cost reimbursement, prime, subcontract, FAR Part 12/15, development, production). Terms and compliance assessment: Collaborate cross-functionally to assess and disposition commercial terms and conditions, and interpret FAR/DFARS requirements for solicitations and contracts. Lifecycle execution: Lead contract activities from solicitation review and proposal strategy through audit support, negotiation, operations/change management, claims/disputes administration, and closeout. Leadership and influence: Lead functional teams and special projects; regularly advise functional and business leadership with sound recommendations and risk-informed options. Judgment and problem solving: Apply high levels of judgment to resolve complex issues, drive solutions, and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or execution. Continuous improvement: Support a culture of compliance, quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement. Stay informed on industry trends that may impact contracting strategy or execution.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience in government, commercial, or international contract formation and execution
- Solid domain expertise in commercial terms and conditions and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), with emphasis on Part 12 (Commercial Items) and Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiation), plus applicable DoD supplements (DFARS)
- Strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and lead cross-functional teams
- Willingness to travel periodically
Additional Information
The base pay range for this position is $131,000.00-175,000.00 USD annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on May 29th, 2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Desired Characteristics
- Small team leadership and/or formal mentorship experience
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
- Established project management skills
Closing
At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
Compensation Grade
SPB3
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
