Contracts Manager in Gloucester

GE Aerospace’s Propulsion and Additive Technologies (P&AT) Contracts Organization has an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager supporting our Dowty Propellers business across both civil and military customers. In this role, you will own and influence key aspects of the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle – from proposal and negotiation through execution and change management – helping to shape how we deliver products and services to our global customer base.

You’ll play a critical role in developing commercial strategy, driving continuous improvement in our contracting processes, and managing complex production and services agreements. You will often operate in areas that are less defined in scope, applying your judgment, experience, and analytical skills to solve problems, mitigate risk, and achieve business objectives.

As an integral member of a collaborative, high‑performing team, you will provide sound business and contractual guidance to internal stakeholders, lead or support the development and negotiation of contracts, and help ensure that our commitments to customers are clear, executable, and aligned with GE Aerospace standards. This position offers the opportunity to build a deep understanding of the full contracting lifecycle for both Military and Commercial programs. Familiarity with the U.S. Government Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related regulations is desirable and will be an asset in this role.

• Legal and non‑legal contracts expert across the entire contract lifecycle phases (proposal, pre and post contract award execution) including negotiations, commercial issue resolution, customer relationships, change management, and claims and disputes.
• Act as a primary interface between Dowty / GE Aerospace and its customers on contractual matters.
• Provide end‑to‑end contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts including leading negotiations, drafting and reviewing terms, and assisting with contract interpretation for internal stakeholders.
• Partner closely with internal functional owners (including finance, program management, engineering, sales and legal) to ensure alignment on contract strategy, risk and execution.
• Guide proposal team in analyzing solicitations, identifying commercial and compliance risks and recommending clear, actionable strategies and mitigations.
• Effectively structure, prioritize, and organize work to deliver high‑quality outcomes, on time, across multiple stakeholders and initiatives.
• Manage multiple complex contracts and competing priorities simultaneously, ensuring commitments are met and issues are identified and escalated proactively.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited university or college and/or relevant experience in civil, government, and international contract formation and execution.
• Domain expertise with Federal Acquisition Regulations, with emphasis in Parts 12 Acquisition of Commercial Items and 15 Contracting by Negotiation, and DoD FAR Supplement advantageous.

• Proven contract leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex contracts.
• Collaborative and independent: Able to work autonomously while partnering effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communicator and influencer: Superior oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain contractual concepts clearly and influence outcomes.
• Analytical problem solver: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, balance risk and opportunity, and drive practical solutions.
• Organized, detail‑focused, and delivery‑driven: Strong attention to detail, with effective priority, time, and workload management to meet tight and competing deadlines.
• High‑energy team player with a continuous improvement mindset: Proactive, resilient, and always seeking better ways of working and sharing best practices.

GE supports flexible hybrid working arrangements for this position.

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

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.

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.