CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with 5% company

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Ongoing training and professional dev

Job summary

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services is seeking a Contract Specialist to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts supporting our aviation operations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. You will ensure compliance with legal, financial, and company standards, collaborate with internal teams and customers, and maintain contract documentation throughout the lifecycle.

This role requires strong drafting and negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2 years of Contract Specialist experience, or Associate's with 4 years, or 6 years in the role
• Experience with contract drafting and negotiation and understanding of legal/financial standards
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database software
• Driver's license required

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

MS Office

SUGAR database

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's Degree

6 years of relevant professional experience

Tools

SUGAR database

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

• 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
• A valid driver's license is required for this position.

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

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