Government Import Contract Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Government Import Contract Specialist supports GE Aerospace Defense & Systems by preparing and submitting Duty Free Entry Entitlement requests and coordinating Duty Free Certificates in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for U.S. DoD contracts. This role is highly process‑oriented and collaborative, working across Sourcing, Transportation/Logistics, and Contracts to align foreign‑sourced supplies to prime contracts and secure duty‑free treatment per the DFARS.

• Confirm inclusion of DFARS 252.225‑7013 in prime contracts; coordinate with Contracts to request modifications if needed.
• Identify eligible foreign supplies by product line and align part numbers (P/Ns) to the correct prime contract number using CMS/IMPACT/SFDC reports in partnership with Sourcing and Digital/DT teams.
• Register for and maintain appropriate PIEE access (Vendor role; DFE application); coordinate with the GE Admin approver.
• Create DFE “Entitlement” records in PIEE, accurately entering approximately 46 data points per prime contract request (contract data, supplier details, NSN/part numbers, broker contact, etc.).
• Link the designated customs broker to the entitlement and coordinate tokenized broker access as required by DCMA.
• Submit entitlements for ACO verification and track approvals against stated lead times; support the broker’s creation of Duty Free Certificate requests in PIEE.
• Coordinate with DCMA Customs for certificate issuance within required time frames; ensure shipments are covered within six months of shipment date.
• Provide suppliers with required DFE invoice notifications and exterior package markings; verify inclusion on commercial invoices and bills of lading.
• Ensure suppliers use the correct HTS subheading for DFE (HTS xx) aligned to emergency war material purchased abroad under applicable contracts.
• Support standard work for certificate reconciliation, compliance monitoring, and finance reconciliation when any portion is dutiable.
• Maintain organized records of entitlements, certificates, and supporting documentation to enable audits and metrics tracking.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years contracts/sourcing & supplier experience).
• Minimum of 3 additional years of Sourcing, Logistics, Suppliers and/or Contracts experience in a manufacturing or aerospace setting; GE Leadership Program Graduate experience is permissible.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; sponsorship for employment visas is not provided.

• Hands‑on experience collaborating with Sourcing, Logistics, and Contracts in a manufacturing or aerospace setting.
• Prior PIEE DFE experience (entitlement creation, broker linking, ACO/DCMA interactions) with understanding of lead times and sequencing.
• Proficiency with web‑based government systems (PIEE) and internal ERP/PLM/reporting tools (e.g., CMS/IMPACT/SFDC).
• Demonstrated data accuracy and attention to detail in multi‑field government portal submissions (approx. 46 data elements per request).
• Strong process orientation with the ability to follow defined workflows, SLAs, and standard work across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in Defense or U.S. Government contracting environments; familiarity with DFARS/FAR provisions applicable to import compliance.
• Knowledge of import compliance, customs brokerage coordination, HTS classification for DFE ), and shipping document requirements.
• Experience preparing supplier instructions and coaching suppliers on invoice statements and packaging/marking standards for DFE.
• Strong project‑management and FLIGHT DECK capability, with the ability to establish standard work, manage cross‑functional action plans, track milestones, and coordinate stakeholders to ensure on‑time, compliant execution of Duty Free Entry entitlement and certificate processes.

Base pay range: $ – $ USD annually. The specific offer may be influenced by experience, education, and skill set. This position may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base…