Senior Counsel

BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems Sector is seeking an experienced lawyer to join the Electronic Systems Legal team.

To assist the Deputy Chief Counsel in providing legal advice and representation involving all matters where the Company, including its subsidiaries and affiliates is, or would be, a party.
These duties include, but are not limited to, providing legal opinions, interpretations, drafting of documents and other general legal assistance to all levels of Company personnel and management on legal issues affecting the Company.

The successful hire will ensure the business is in compliance with, and operates ethically within all relevant corporate and governmental directives, policies, regulations, and laws in its transactions and protect the company against potential claims and litigation.

Duties to include:

• Under general direction, this position will function in a generalist role supporting the Vice President, Chief Counsel and the Deputy Chief Counsel.

• Conducts legal research under minimum supervision and prepares written opinions based on that research.

• Guides the successful resolution of legal problems, examines various documents and data and provides counsel to all levels of management, including senior management, on best courses of action.

• Negotiates and prepares a variety of contractual documents including, but not limited to, licenses, contracts, non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements.

• Stays current on legislative issues, statutes, decisions, laws, regulations and ordinances.

• Participates in reviewing, interpretation and drafting various company policies and procedures.

• Analyzes, prepares, and reviews various matters including contractual documents to ensure the Company’s interests are protected. May consult with or refer matters to outside counsel as required, typically upon recommendation of the Deputy Chief Counsel.

• May assist with analysis and advice regarding litigation and pre-litigation matters.

• Conducts internal investigations under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Counsel.

• Assists in the preparation of various legal training courses.

• Interprets various governmental regulations and policies.

• Remains current on state and federal laws, regulations and practices affecting company business.

• Accepts other tasks as assigned by the Vice President, Chief Counsel or Deputy Chief Counsel.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

• 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.

• Excellent oral and written skills as well as outstanding organizational and analytical skills required

• Must be a self-starter, able to handle a multitude of complex and challenging situations and to work with little supervision

• Senior Project/ Program team member responsible for workflow which is varied in nature with situations frequently requiring new solutions

• Work independently, but collaboratively in a team setting while displaying a high level of self direction and sound judgment

• Must have a pro-active approach to address issues before they create legal exposure

• Bachelor of Arts or Science.  Admission to practice in the United States, preferably the State Bar of CA.

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight (8) years or equivalent of prior experience in a law firm government contracts practice or federal contracting in-house environment

• Experience in a technology/product-based organization is strongly desired

• Experience in FAR Part 12 regulations is strongly desired

• Experience in software licensing, including experience with legal issues related to AI and open source software, is strongly desired

• Experience in space industry, including space electronics, is strongly desired

• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required, and a current active Secret clearance is preferred

Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).