Contract Specialist Senior

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Contract Specialist Senior

Date: Aug 3, 2026

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

GAC Savannah

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

As a Contract Specialist Senior , you will play a critical role in supporting and administering complex contractual agreements while helping protect Gulfstream's business interests. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can independently manage contractual activities, mitigate risk, and collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful contract execution and performance.

What You Will Do

• Prepare, review, and administer contractual documents in accordance with established processes and company policies.
• Support and participate in contract negotiations, serving as a primary point of contact for contractual matters during contract performance.
• Monitor contract compliance, identify potential risks or issues, and recommend corrective actions to ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external parties, including attorneys, escrow agents, financing companies, and customers, to facilitate successful contract execution.
• Ensure agreements and related documentation are completed by appropriate personnel and aligned with business objectives and operating schedules.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on contractual requirements, documentation, and processes.
• Develop and implement improvements to contracting policies, procedures, and best practices to support evolving business requirements.
• Assist in training and mentoring Contract Coordinators and Contract Specialists through knowledge sharing and skill development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate contractual records, reports, and documentation.
• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the role.
• Three years of contract administration or customer account administration experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience identifying contractual risks and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience comprehending and drafting real estate leases.
• Experience abstracting lease clauses and interpreting contractual language.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and aircraft export regulations is preferred.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred.

Why Gulfstream

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture built on trust, respect, and integrity
• The opportunity to contribute to the world's finest aviation experience

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to identify potential areas of contract administration conflict and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates, including new hires and employees seeking promotion or transfer.

Apply Now

If you're ready to leverage your contract administration expertise in a dynamic aviation environment, apply today and join a team committed to creating and delivering the world's finest aviation experience .

Unique Skills:

*Law Degree (JD) preferred

* Proficient in MS Office

* Experience comprehending and drafting real estate leases preferred

* Experience abstracting lease clauses

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 3 years contract administration or customer account administration experience. Familiar with applicable FAA and aircraft export regulations, preferred..

Position Purpose :

With minimal oversight or direction, support and/or perform all activities related to the development and administration of contracts, ensuring adherence to GACs overall business strategy and corporate policies.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. In accordance with approved processes and procedures, prepare assigned contractual documents as assigned and/or as requested.
2. In accordance with established guidelines and management direction, support or participate in the negotiation of contractual commitments when assigned and act as a primary point of contact regarding contractual issues during performance of the contract. Maintain continuous surveillance of the contract and anticipate/identify/monitor potential areas of difficulty; recommend corrective actions to be taken to ensure conformance with contract obligations. Ensure that contractual risks identified during contract performance are evaluated, assessed, and approved by the appropriate internal and external personnel.
3. In accordance with established processes and procedures, proactively ensure agreements and related documents are performed by appropriate personnel within the company consistent with established operating schedules and company policies and objectives.
4. Working independently or with a Contract Manager, interact in a timely manner with customers to identify, recommend, and implement solutions for potential contractual issues; provide subject-matter expertise and assistance to prepare documentation and checklists, and coordinate with customers and outside parties (attorneys, escrow agents, and financing companies, for example) as necessary; and ensure customer satisfaction with the contracting process, and contract performance.
5. Proactively assist in developing and implementing new/improving existing policies and practices to address changing internal and external contracting requirements.
6. Promote the growth of Contract Coordinators and Contract Specialists by assisting in training, to include preparation and conduct of skill development training information and/or materials.

Additional Functions:

1. Maintain accurate computer generated records and maintain various other reports as required. .
2. Share technical knowledge and experience with other employees. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be able to identify potential areas of administration conflict and recommend course of action.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 234771

Category: Program Office

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/10/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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