CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services is seeking a Contract Specialist in Tampa, Florida. This role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards, while supporting stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience or equivalent years in the field. Strong communication, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office skills are essential. The position offers generous PTO, medical benefits, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience or Associate's with 4 years
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal and financial standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support contract performance.

Skills

Contract drafting and negotiation

Legal compliance knowledge

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

SUGAR database software

Job description

Position Summary

The Contract Specialist is responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts in support of business operations. This role ensures compliance with legal, financial, and company standards while supporting internal stakeholders and customers in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant Contract Specialist experience OR
• Associate's degree and 4 years of relevant Contract Specialist experience OR
• 6 years of relevant professional Contract Specialist experience
• (Minimum of 6 years combined education, Airline, MRO, OEM or other relevant commercial experience, with at least 2 years in a Contract Specialist role)
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation, as well as knowledge of legal, financial, and standard business practices related to contracts
• Verbal, written presentation, problem solving, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively use fact‑based reasoning to communicate, update, persuade, and facilitate discussions with all levels of employees, management, and customers to achieve desired goals
• Demonstrated capability and flexibility to work independently with little direction and/or motivation in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, exercising a high degree of ethical and responsible behavior
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint), database software (such as SUGAR), email, and web‑based applications

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Advanced degree and/or formal training in Business, Finance, or Marketing
• Direct experience in Airline or MRO contracting

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in accordance with company policies and business requirements
• Ensure contracts comply with legal, financial, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to support contract execution and performance
• Maintain contract documentation and records in accordance with company procedures
• Support contract lifecycle activities including modifications, renewals, and closeout
• Communicate contract status, risks, and updates to stakeholders

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned to support business operations

Education

Bachelors (preferred)

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