Contracts Manager - Remote

Lensa; Feasterville-Trevose (PA); Remote; USD 108,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Lensa partners with GE Aerospace to seek a Contracts Manager to oversee contract management from proposal to execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in government contracts, strong negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to relationship management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with government regulations while driving business success through effective contract strategies. Join a dynamic team at GE Aerospace committed to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in contract management, especially in government or commercial settings.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management for assigned programs.
• Negotiate contracts and interface with customers.
• Provide risk mitigation strategies to leadership.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree (or High School Diploma with 4 years experience)

Job description

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

The GE Aerospace’s Contracts team is a critical team member, and a trusted and proactive business partner to the product lines within the business. Contracts is the face of GE Aerospace to our US and foreign government acquisition and airframer procurement customers. We are charged with cradle to grave contract management duties in all phases of a program, from proposal strategy through the full development, production, and sustainment life cycle. The contracts team provides expert knowledge in customer relationships and regulations, contract terms, price, and 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 a business deal ensuring both GE Aerospace and the customers’ expectations are met.

The Contracts Manager is a dynamic role that will provide proactive contract management support on assigned programs from capture to execution and close out. This position is responsible for leading the contracts management for their assigned programs and proposals for the Combat & Training Engines business area. This position will work within a cross-functional team to ensure flawless execution on our current programs and support the pursuit of new business. This position involves direct interfacing with internal stakeholders across the organization and externally with various Governmental customers. A comprehensive knowledge of government contract regulations and requirements is critical. The ideal candidate can develop creative and innovative solutions to complex business problems.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

Act as primary interface between GE Aerospace and customers on all contractual matters

Provide contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts including regular interfacing with customers, leading negotiations, and contract interpretation

Interface with Manufacturing, Program Management, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Legal

Perform proposal, negotiation, and contract administration functions on assigned proposals / contracts with minimal supervision

Present risk mitigation strategies to Senior Leadership related to contractual risk

Provide support to managers and senior contract personnel on assigned contracts

Assume team leader responsibilities for assigned programs and special projects

Provide interface liaison with functional organizations and insure proper communication of contractual requirements

Embraces Lean, digital tools, and rigorous contracting practices to drive continuous improvement and employee and customer satisfaction.

Ability to travel periodically

Qualifications/requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college (or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a contracts, sales, or legal role)

At least five (5) years of experience in government, commercial, or international contract formation and execution.

Solid domain expertise in Parts 12 Acquisition of Commercial Items and 15 Contracting by Negotiation, and DoD FAR Supplement

Desired Characteristics

Must have experience building strong relationships with internal and external customers

Able to work independently as well as the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Knowledge of contract law and formation

Anticipates, identifies, and resolves complex contractual issues

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with ability to build solid relationships with internal and external customers.

Proactively identifies and removes project obstacles or barriers on behalf of the team and learns from failure

The base pay range for this position pay range is $ 108,900.00 - 145,400.00 USD Annual USD Annual. 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 July 20, 2025 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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 .

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

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

• This is a remote position
  
  

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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