Assistant General Counsel (Onsite: Fort Worth, TX)

Bell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in the aviation industry as an Assistant General Counsel, where you will provide essential legal advice on government contracts and collaborate with various teams to navigate complex legal landscapes. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of aviation, offering a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous time off, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking firm, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Insurance

On-site Clinic

Access to Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in government contracting.
• Membership in a state Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Identify legal risks in contracts and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice on government prime contracts and sub-contracts.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Contract Analysis

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

Legal

The Assistant General Counsel provides a broad array of hands-on legal advice in the areas of U.S. Government contract law and related subcontract and commercial contract law. Responsibilities include identifying risks and providing mitigation strategies, supporting complex transactions, and offering expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 and 15 requirements as a prime or major subcontractor. A significant component involves procurement-focused work, including negotiations with suppliers. The role involves working directly with business counterparts, other attorneys, legal staff, and the Bell General Counsel. This is an on-site position in Fort Worth, Texas.

What you’ll be doing as an Assistant General Counsel:

1. Work with business counterparts to identify legal risks in contractual pursuits and ongoing programs, developing mitigation strategies.
2. Provide legal advice on terms and conditions for government prime contracts and sub-contracts, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and other business arrangements, domestically and internationally.
3. Collaborate with procurement teams to form negotiation plans, review supplier feedback, negotiate terms, and review contract language.
4. Advise on FAR, DFARS, UCC, and related laws affecting government contracting.
5. Support Bell’s Contracts Department, Supply Chain Management, and Product Lines in requests for equitable adjustment, claims, and negotiations.
6. Assist with complex legal transactions for Bell’s programs in the U.S. and abroad, including direct commercial sales and FMS.
7. Coordinate with Ethics professionals on investigations, revolving door reviews, and training.
8. Support audits, subpoenas, litigation, and ethics investigations.
9. Perform other duties as assigned to meet departmental needs.

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Ability to work cooperatively with attorneys and staff.
• Effective management of multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented with open, mature, and positive communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to high performance.

What you need to be successful:

• 10+ years of experience in government contracting.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Membership in a state Bar in good standing.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on limited basis.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related regulations; experience in contract analysis, drafting, and negotiation.
• Eligibility for at least a Secret security clearance.

What we offer you in return:

• Every other Friday off with our 9/80 work schedule.
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 120 hours of Vacation time.
• 12-13 paid holidays annually.
• 6 weeks parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and counseling services.
• Access to over 11 Employee Resource Groups.
• And much more.

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose, and bridge experiences by fostering a culture driven by unique perspectives, voices, and values.