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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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

Typical Education and Experience
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience