Attorney, CAS Counsel & Supply Chain

Job Description

As a member of BAE Systems' Electronic Systems (ES) legal department, you will be required to display responsive, superb-quality legal knowledge, employ strategic analysis and critical thinking, and apply your business judgment to meaningfully support the enterprise as it works to achieve its goals and support the Electronic Systems mission. We are looking for the right candidate to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment supporting a global aerospace, defense and technology company.

This role will serve as Counsel to an exciting and growth-oriented business area within one of BAE Systems' largest and most prestigious sectors. The Counsel will split their time between providing legal support to the ES Sector Supply Chain organization as well as supporting product lines within the Controls & Avionics Systems (CAS) business. The CAS business develops and delivers mission and safety critical products and systems for commercial and military platforms, including fly-by-wire controls, inceptor systems, digital engines controls, autonomous flight solutions, mission systems, electric power storage, propulsion and power management systems. In addition to supporting the CAS business, you will utilize your business acumen and legal knowledge to handle the full spectrum of legal work relating to supply chain for both commercial transactions and U.S. Government contracts, as well as additional duties as a generalist business counsel.

As a key member of the legal team, the Counsel will report directly to the Principal Deputy Chief Counsel and the Deputy Chief Counsel for CAS to support the Supply Chain organization and the CAS business. The Supply Chain function is headquartered in Nashua, NH and the CAS business is headquartered in Endicott, NY. This position requires regular interfacing with our business colleagues as well as other members of the legal team who support the different ES businesses. The right candidate will thrive in an atmosphere which requires daily interaction with business, program, functional and legal employees.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under general direction and in support of the Deputy Chief Counsels, this position will function in a generalist role, with primary focus on supply chain and the CAS business.
• This includes commercial transactions (including international opportunities), U.S. Government contracts (including procurement, suspension and debarment issues, subcontracts in support of U.S. Government prime contracts, associated offset agreements, and other issues), and supply chain management issues.
• Act in a lead role for the company regarding risk management with the Electronic Systems supply chain. This includes advising the supply chain organization during negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers, as well as overseeing various legal compliance responsibilities. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, flowing down ethics into the supply chain, counterfeit parts prevention, cybersecurity, country-of-origin compliance, export control, FCPA, and trafficking in human persons.
• Provide sound, pragmatic legal advice and innovative/creative solutions on a wide range of business and supply chain matters that facilitates the achievement of business objectives.
• Provide key support on opportunities and proposals within assigned product lines of the CAS portfolio, and play an integral role on cross-functions program teams to ensure thorough and effective issue spotting, risk mitigation, solution finding and delivery of CAS strategic business objectives throughout the full life cycle of opportunities within your remit.
• Provide ongoing counseling and support to the CAS business area and ES supply chain organization.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written opinions based on that research.
• Work with functional stakeholders to develop and improve processes and tools aimed at enhancing efficiency, consistency and auditability.
• Proactively research and report on changes in relevant laws, regulations and industry standards, as well as track emerging trends.
• Guide successful resolution of legal problems, examine various documents and data and provide counsel to the business on the best course of action.
• Assist contracts department with negotiation and preparation of contractual documents including, but not limited to, licenses, contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and teaming agreements and support the contracts team with technical interpretations of governing law and regulations.
• in a lead role for the company regarding risk management with the Electronic Systems supply chain. This includes advising the supply chain organization during negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers, as well as oversee various legal compliance responsibilities. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, flowing down ethics into the supply chain, counterfeit parts prevention, cybersecurity, country-of-origin compliance, export control, FCPA, and trafficking in human persons. Participate in reviewing, interpreting, and drafting various company policies and procedures, including responsibility for developing new or enhancing existing contract templates, guidelines, policies, and training materials in support of the legal department's efforts to empower other functions to better assist the business areas they support.
• Assist with analysis and advice regarding litigation and pre-litigation matters.
• In collaboration with the Deputy Chief Counsels and the Electronic Systems Intellectual Property Counsel, review and advise on intellectual property rights, software license rights, and other intellectual property matters affecting product development, contract negotiation, and other business issues.
• When directed, conduct internal investigations under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Counsel.
• Assist in the preparation of various legal training courses.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve business results.
• Accept other tasks as assigned by the Vice President, Chief Counsel or the Deputy Chief Counsel.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must Possess a Juris Doctorate Degree, along with strong undergraduate school credentials.
• Must hold a license to practice law in at least one United States jurisdiction, preferably NY, NH, VA, or MA.
• 5-plus years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or government setting. Preference for experience at a technology company or government contractor.
• In depth knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, TINA, CMMC, and cybersecurity regulations.
• Experience with managing risk within a company's supply chain organization.
• Experience with intellectual property issues, including questions regarding trademarks, patents and patent licensing.
• Experience with commercial and open-source software licensing, and the ability to provide advice on the risk associated with third party software use.
• Current active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain such a clearance.
• Dedication to the Electronic Systems mission of serving the U.S. military and its allies.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, along with the ability to deal with executives and employees at all levels.
• Must be a self-starter, and able to manage and prioritize a multitude of complex and challenging situations with little supervision.
• Willingness to improve, enhance, and grow your technical proficiencies, as well as continue developing professionally.
• High moral compass with unquestioned integrity and ethics.
• Demonstrated record of leadership and team skills.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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.

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.