Assistant General Counsel, Military (remote)

Overview

A U.S.-based organization is seeking an experienced U.S. government contracts counsel to support enterprise-wide initiatives and negotiations with prime contractors and the U.S. government. This role involves providing legal expertise and strategic advice on government contracts, collaborating with internal teams and external partners, and supporting senior executives on government contract matters.

This position is remote, with an expectation of up to 20% travel. U.S. citizenship is required due to access restrictions on program information. No security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the organization on internal and external U.S. government legal issues
• Serve as a strategic business partner by reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on a variety of government agreements, including Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), FAR 15, and FAR 12 agreements
• Assist in managing and resolving contract disputes, bid protests, equitable adjustments, and breach of contract claims
• Interpret complex laws, rulings, and regulations to ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements
• Develop and implement processes, procedures, and metrics to improve the effectiveness of legal services, including efficient contracting processes
• Review solicitation and evaluation documents for source selections related to government contract formation
• Collaborate on data rights and intellectual property issues
• Provide guidance on commercial item terms and conditions necessary for government acceptance and commerciality determinations
• Advise on cost accounting issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution
• Admission to the bar of at least one U.S. state with the ability to be admitted as In-House Counsel
• Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience, or 12 years with an advanced degree in a related field
• At least 5 years of experience with U.S. government contracts law
• U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace defense industry
• Prior in-house legal experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $186,200 to $353,800 USD, depending on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for new employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and additional retirement contributions, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional insurance coverages including pet, home, auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Fertility and family planning support
• Adoption assistance and autism benefits
• Employee assistance program with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Wellness rewards program and virtual doctor visits
• Child and elder care services
• Second opinion medical program

Location

• Remote position based in the United States
• May require occasional travel to company sites or other locations as needed

Candidates may be required to attend certain interview steps in person at company office locations regardless of the remote designation.