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Corporate, General Commercial/Contracts, Litigation
The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Location
Preference for candidates working in commuting distance of one of our 3 major office locations: El Segundo, CA, Northern Virginia (Chantilly or Crystal City), or Colorado Springs, CO.
Job Summary
The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Senior Counsel to join the Office of the General Counsel. This position will play an important role in The Aerospace Corporation’s wide range of government contracts and transactional work, especially with our Supply Chain and Contracts organizations. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, hands-on, creative, and continual learner attorney, and one who thinks space is cool to join a tight-knit and collegial legal department.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working on a broad portfolio of federal government contract related matters, especially supporting our supply chain transactions and contracts organizations
The Aerospace Corporation is an intellectually challenging environment, and the successful candidate will work with some of the brightest people in the aerospace industry and will support many company initiatives in the space and national security sectors
Interface with internal customers
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements
Typically, 10-15 years of federal government contracts transactional experience, with preference given to candidates with experience in cyber security, privacy, DoD, NASA, the national security sector, and other civilian agencies in the space industrial base
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Membership in good standing of at least one U.S. Bar
Be intellectually curious, a continual learner, and is service oriented – both to our internal business partners and to the nation
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in cyber security, privacy, DoD, NASA, the national security sector, and other civilian agencies in the space industrial base. Experience in international transactions, emerging technologies, and litigation and investigations experience
Candidates with an active or prior clearance
Experience in international transactions, emerging technologies, litigation and investigations
Experience in the following:
Non-Profit Law, Ethics and Compliance, Social Corporate Responsibility, FFRDC experience, Space Law
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Flexible spending accounts
We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
NOTES:
Telecommuting is allowed.
Additional Salary Information: Salary ranges can range between $135,000-$230,500 and are commensurate with experience and education
Internal Number: R001526
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
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