Contract Manager jobs in United Kingdom

GE Aerospace have an exciting new permanent opportunity to join our team onsite (hybrid) at our Eastleigh site in Hampshire.

GE Aerospace’s Defense and Systems (D&S) Contracts organization is a vital and trusted business partner, proactively supporting product lines across the enterprise. The D&S Avionics Systems Contracts team has an exciting opening for a Senior Contracts Manager based in Eastleigh UK. Contracts is the face of GE Aerospace to our various military and civil customers.

This position has the responsibility to manage assigned contracts and offer contracting solutions to meet the assigned goals of the department and business. You will be supporting GE Aerospace contracting activity (either in a prime or subcontract capacity), which requires solid proficiency in managing various contract types (including complex development) for both military and civil customers. We are charged with cradle-to-grave contract management duties in all phases of a program, from proposal strategy, negotiation, and execution/finalisation through the full development, production, and sustainment life-cycle.

The contracts team provides expert knowledge in customer relationships and regulations, contract terms, price, profit negotiation, risk analysis and mitigation strategies, and scope management. As an enabler to the business, Contracts collaborates across multiple functions and is laser focused on achieving business deals that meet or exceed both GE Aerospace and the customers’ expectations, while keeping the company safe.

As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will perform contract management across a spectrum of actions associated withproviding products and services, from proposal, contract negotiation, and all phases of contract administration. Provide business advice and guidance to and coordinate with other functions including program management, sales, finance, legal, sourcing, engineering, and compliance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as a contract expert, supporting all phases of projects—from proposal development to post-award execution—including negotiations, commercial issue resolution, customer relationship management, and claims/dispute handling.

• Responsibilities cover the entire contracting life-cycle, from receipt of solicitation through contract close-out.

• Act as primary interface between GE Aerospace and customers on all proposal and contractual matters, leading negotiations, and contract interpretation with minimum supervision.

• Provide interface liaison with functional organisations and insure proper communication of contractual requirements (both pre and post award).

• Potential for periodic international travel.

Required Qualifications / Experience

• Experience of working with UK MoD DEFCONs is an essential requirement for this role.

• Working experience of the US Government Federal Acquisition Regulations and supplements.

• Knowledge of FAR15 or FAR12 is highly desirable.

• Experience gained in government, defence, aerospace and/or civil contract formation and execution.

• Previous experience of working in either defence, aerospace or highly regulated Manufacturing or Engineering business would be advantageous.

• Experience and awareness of European and UK Gov funded Agreements (Collaboration, Grant Offer Letters).

• If assigned to work US Government contract activity (either on a prime or subcontract), the position requires solid proficiency in managing various contract types (including complex development) primarily on a Firm Fixed Price basis on either a FAR15 or FAR12 basis, as described in the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

• If assigned to work civil contracts the position requires solid proficiency in managing various types of civil contracts, with a solid understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions.

• Proficient in presenting complex business risks and recommended mitigation to Senior Stakeholders, Business Leaders within the GE Aerospace business.

• Able to understand and contribute to the development of business case financials ensuring all contracts risks are captured and understood.

• Enjoys collaborating and problem solving with other functional areas on contracting topics, issues, and risk mitigation strategies.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to contribute in a high performing collaborative environment.

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and meet conflicting deadlines with strong time management skills..

• Strong influencing skills.

• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension

• Life Assurance

• Group income protection

• Private medical cover

• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.