Senior Counsel | Remote
BAE Systems USA
Senior Counsel
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Organising Institution / Firm
BAE Systems, Inc.
Rolling Basis (Official)
Arlington, VA
Not Specified
Juris Doctorate and a minimum 8 years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of the FAR/DFARs and other relevant government contracting rules and regulations.
Jobs
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
BAE Systems, Inc. is hiring a Senior Counsel to join its Electronic Systems Legal team in Arlington, VA. This role functions as a generalist position, assisting the Deputy Chief Counsel in providing legal advice, representation, and regulatory compliance oversight for the company and its affiliates.
Key Eligibility Criteria
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience.
In-depth knowledge of FAR/DFARs and government contracting regulations.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
Provide legal opinions, document drafting, and general assistance to company management.
Ensure corporate compliance with governmental directives, policies, and laws.
Negotiate and prepare contractual documents (licenses, NDAs, teaming agreements).
Conduct internal investigations and legal research.
Advise on litigation and pre-litigation matters.
Assist in the development of legal training courses.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Not specified by the organization.
FAQs
What is the primary focus of this role? The role is a generalist position focused on supporting the Electronic Systems sector with a heavy emphasis on government contracting (FAR/DFARs).
Is this an in-office role? The location is listed as Arlington, VA; please verify specific hybrid or remote policies during the application process.
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