Remote Contracts Specialist – Defense Programs

GE Aerospace; Shawnee (OK); Remote; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Contracts Specialist to lead cradle-to-grave contract management for Defense Combat & Trainer Engines, interfacing with internal stakeholders and government customers to ensure compliant, favorable contract execution.

Primary location is Evendale, OH, with an additional Lynn, MA option. Role requires periodic travel, strong risk assessment, and collaborative problem solving to protect GE Aerospace and customer interests.

Qualifications

• Relationship leadership with internal and external customers.
• Solid domain expertise in FAR Part 12, FAR Part 15, and the DoD DFARS.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to communicate clearly, build alignment, and drive outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and remove project obstacles and apply learning to improve outcomes.
• Ability to travel periodically.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface between GE Aerospace and customers on contractual matters, ensuring clear communication and responsive support.
• Provide contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts, including interpretation, compliance support, and customer communications.
• Lead negotiations on assigned proposals/contracts with minimal supervision, balancing objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Program Management, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Legal to align contract requirements to execution realities and resolve issues.
• Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies; present risks to senior leadership.
• Provide support to managers and senior contract personnel on assigned contracts and lead teams as needed.
• Serve as liaison to ensure accurate understanding and execution of contractual requirements across the business.
• Embrace lean practices, digital tools, and rigorous contracting discipline to improve processes and satisfaction.
• Travel periodically to support customers, negotiations, and program needs.

Skills

Relationship Leadership

Government Contracts Expertise

Influence & Communication

Barrier Removal / Execution Discipline

Travel

Job description

GE Aerospace is seeking a Contracts Specialist to lead cradle-to-grave contract management for Defense Combat & Trainer Engines, interfacing with internal stakeholders and government customers to ensure compliant, favorable contract execution.

Primary location is Evendale, OH, with an additional Lynn, MA option. Role requires periodic travel, strong risk assessment, and collaborative problem solving to protect GE Aerospace and customer interests.