Contracts Manager - Aerospace and Defence (Hybrid Luton or Lincoln)Do you have strong commercial/contract management experience in the Aerospace and Defence sector and enjoy working in a fast-paced, technology-led environment? This is an opportunity to join a high-growth Electronic Warfare programme area, supporting UK and international customers across both UK and export markets.You''ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of contracts and bid activity, working within integrated project teams to shape commercial strategy, manage risk, and support successful business winning.Key responsibilitiesProvide commercial leadership across contracts and bids, ensuring robust strategy and governanceDraft, negotiate and administer complex terms and conditions (including subcontract flow-down)Lead commercial inputs to proposals, internal approvals, and customer submissionsProduce accurate, compliant pricing using appropriate pricing models and strategiesManage change control, monitor contractual performance, and mitigate commercial riskDraft/review NDAs, software licences, MoUs and wider contractual documentationBuild effective relationships with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliersPrioritise workload, manage expectations, and deliver to tight deadlinesWhat we''re looking forProven track record in business winning and contracts management within Aerospace and DefenceConfident influencing and briefing at senior levelExperience with UK Government and international contracts (UK a