Senior Commercial Counsel, Aerospace

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $113,000 (minimum) - $147,000 (midpoint) - $181,000 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? We have an exciting opportunity for you. Woodward is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Counsel, Aerospace to provide strategic legal support for a broad range of commercial and transactional matters in its Aerospace business segment. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial contracting experience, preferably in the aerospace or manufacturing sector, and will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across business units and geographies. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Woodward's mission while navigating a dynamic regulatory environment and partnering cross‑functionally to enable business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Advisory Services: Senior Counsel provides expert legal advice and guidance to various departments within the organization, ensuring that all business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.

• Contract Management: Senior Counsel drafts, reviews, negotiates, and manages a wide range of contracts and agreements to protect the organization’s interests and mitigate legal risks.

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Senior Counsel identifies potential legal risks associated with business operations and develops strategies to minimize exposure to litigation and regulatory issues.

• Regulatory Compliance: Senior Counsel oversees the organization’s compliance with relevant laws and industry standards, conducting regular audits and implementing necessary policies and procedures.

• Leadership and Mentorship: Senior Counsel leads the legal team by providing mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff, fostering professional development and ensuring the effective functioning of the legal department.

Key Skills:

• Legal Expertise: A Senior Counsel possesses comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles to effectively advise the organization.

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: They are skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure favorable terms and mitigate potential risks.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the organization adheres to all applicable laws and regulations is a key responsibility of a Senior Counsel.

• Risk Management: They identify, assess, and develop strategies to manage legal risks that could impact the organization’s operations and reputation.

• Strategic Thinking: Senior Counsel contributes to the organization’s strategic planning by providing legal insights that align with business objectives.

• Communication Skills: They communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels within the organization.

• Leadership and Team Management: A Senior Counsel leads and mentors junior legal staff, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

• Problem Solving Ability: They demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to address and resolve legal challenges efficiently.

• Client Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external clients is essential for a Senior Counsel.

• Project Management: They manage multiple legal projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks and deliverables.

Other Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the relevant country and jurisdiction(s).

Application window is anticipated to close 14 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job‑related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., ‘Green Card holder’), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.