Role Overview

Strategic Legal Advisory : Serve as a senior legal advisor to U.S. business and technical leadership on a broad range of matters, including government contracts, commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financing activities. Partner closely with the CEO and global General Counsel to support key business initiatives and provide practical legal guidance aligned with company objectives. Proactively identify and assess legal and regulatory risks affecting U.S. operations and develop practical mitigation strategies aligned with business goals. Support strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, as directed by the General Counsel.
Government Contracting: Provide deep expertise on U.S. government contracting matters, including FAR/DFARS compliance, first-tier subcontracting requirements, negotiations with prime contractors, intellectual property and data rights, and related cost accounting considerations. Advise program, engineering, and business development teams on contractual obligations and compliance considerations for government-funded programs.
Commercial Transactions: Lead and manage complex commercial negotiations end-to-end. Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including services agreements, technology development agreements, vendor contracts, and strategic partnership agreements.
Export Controls & Trade Compliance: Oversee the company’s export controls and trade compliance function, including ITAR and EAR compliance, providing legal guidance and strategic oversight while partnering with an established internal trade compliance expert and the global legal team to identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks.
Legal Operations & Cross Functional Collaboration: Support international business requirements and compliance with foreign regulatory frameworks, assisting with cross-border transactions and global legal alignment in coordination with the global legal team. Coordinate with and manage relationships with external counsel, regulators, and government agencies as needed, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective legal support. Lead the development and improvement of internal legal processes, templates, policies, and best practices for the U.S. business, building scalable legal infrastructure to support company growth. Communicate complex legal concepts clearly and accessibly to non-legal stakeholders, including executives, engineers, and business development leaders. Contribute to mentoring junior legal or compliance staff as the team grows.

Requirements

Experience in the aerospace, defense, or advanced technology sectors
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Ability to obtain in-house counsel registration in Colorado if not currently licensed in the state
7+ years of legal experience with law firm and/or in-house experience
Experience advising on U.S. government contracting matters, including familiarity with FAR and DFARS
Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
Working knowledge of export controls and trade compliance, including ITAR and EAR
Strong understanding of corporate law, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance
Ability to independently manage complex legal matters and provide practical, business-oriented advice
Strong communication skills with the ability to advise executives and collaborate with technical and business teams.

Benefits

Health Coverage: Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees.
Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program.
Commuter Perks: Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail.
Lunch Perks: Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our café.
Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.
Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
Travel: Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
Stock Options: Participation in our stock option program.
Learning & Development: Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch-and-learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development.
Team Culture: A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly engagement events to connect and unwind.

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