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Assistant General Counsel

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  • Full Time
  • Washington, DC
August 14, 2025 Attorney

Job Description

Description

As an Assistant General Counsel here at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies, you will play a crucial role in providing strategic legal advice and support to our business on all facets of government contracting (both domestic and international), as well as related compliance and regulatory issues.  Your expertise in government contracts, contract drafting and negotiation, teaming agreements and licensing, and government contracts compliance will be instrumental in your success in this role.

You will report directly to our Vice President and General Counsel, Defense & Space and you will work out of our Washington, DC or Phoenix, AZ locations on a Hybrid work schedule.

This role will primarily be focused on supporting Honeywell’s Electronic Defense Systems (EDS) portfolio, with additional assignments across the Honeywell Aerospace Technologies business. You will serve as the general counsel for EDS, managing a highly talented team with responsibility for all legal and contractual issues affecting the EDS portfolio.  Your contributions will ensure that Honeywell operates ethically, legally, and with integrity, allowing the company to continue its mission of creating innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for people worldwide.



Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee legal operations and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company's interests and mitigate risks.
  • Review and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Successfully prevent, manage and resolve disputes. 

 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: click here

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.



Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • 6+ years of experience practicing law.
  • Strong knowledge government contracts law and associated regulations. 
  • Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements.
  • Experience in managing legal risks and compliance matters.
  • A U.S. Government Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one. 

 

WE VALUE

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
  • 8+ years of experience in a legal role, preferably with a mix of in-house and law firm experience.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Attention to detail and strong analytical skills

 

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here

 

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity :click here





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