Commercial & Contracts Manager – Combat Air Systems ILS & Development

About the role

Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Commercial & Contracts Manager for Combat Air Systems ILS & Development to join its team in Manching. The role is central to managing commercial offers and contracts for the Eurofighter platform, supporting the long‑term Eurofighter programme beyond 2060.

Key responsibilities

• Hold overall commercial responsibility for end‑to‑end execution of assigned Eurofighter ILS & Development contracts, including claims, amendments, scope adjustments and re‑negotiations.
• Lead commercial proposal preparation, contract negotiations, signature and operational management for complex Development and Support contracts (e.g., LTE, E‑Scan, MLU) worth approximately €1 billion.
• Manage complex agreements with NETMA for the four Core Nations, export contracts and service contracts via Eurofighter prime contractors (BAE Systems, Leonardo), as well as direct national contracts.
• Drive contract negotiations for new business opportunities and contract modifications across Airbus Defence and Space.
• Ensure contractual terms are comprehensive, clear, legally sound and compliant, aligning with internal functional departments.
• Provide strategic advice to senior management and project leadership, supporting internal bid and contract authorization processes.

Required profile

• Degree in Business Administration, International Business Management or related field, with strong technical affinity.
• Solid experience in contract management within large international military programmes, ideally with deep insight into the Eurofighter ecosystem.
• Proven track record in guiding commercial proposals and contract preparation for complex Development & Support agreements.
• Knowledge of public price law and experience managing contracts subject to public pricing regulations.
• Strong financial background, especially in pricing and commercial valuation (a plus).
• Structured, independent working style with excellent analytical and negotiation skills at international and military levels.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross‑functional matrix teams and international environments.
• Negotiation‑level English; basic/intermediate German (A2+) to facilitate local integration.

Required skills

• Contract management
• Pricing and commercial valuation
• Public price law knowledge

What we offer

• Fair compensation and individual benefits such as company pension schemes, mobility offers and corporate discounts.
• 30 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, mobile working, part‑time options, job sharing and sabbatical opportunities.
• Excellent professional development opportunities and international career perspectives.
• On‑site company doctor, comprehensive health programmes, sports courses, canteen, cafeteria and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
• Diverse work environment with more than 140 nationalities, fostering inclusion and mutual support.