Assistant General Counsel (Onsite: Fort Worth, TX)

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal advice in government contracting. The role involves collaboration with business units, negotiation of contracts, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a Juris Doctor degree. The position offers a supportive work environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Every other Friday off with a 9/80 schedule

80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours of Vacation time

12-13 paid holidays annually

Six weeks parental leave

On-site clinic and pharmacy

Access to Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in government contracting.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related laws.

Responsibilities

• Identify legal risks in contracts and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice on government contracts and subcontracts.
• Assist with complex legal transactions for U.S. programs.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Team player

Positive communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Job Description - Assistant General Counsel (Onsite: Fort Worth, TX) (332387)

Job Number:

332387

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, providing mitigation strategies, supporting complex transactions, and expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 and 15 requirements as a prime or major subcontractor. A significant part of the work involves procurement, including negotiations with suppliers. The role involves collaboration with business counterparts, other legal staff, and the Bell General Counsel. This position is onsite in Fort Worth, Texas.

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

• Work with business counterparts to identify legal risks in contracts and ongoing programs, developing mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice on terms and conditions for government contracts and subcontracts, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and other business arrangements, domestically and internationally.
• Collaborate on negotiation plans, review supplier feedback, negotiate terms, and review final contract language.
• Advise on FAR, DFARS, UCC, and related laws affecting government contracting.
• Support Bell’s Contracts Department, Supply Chain Management, and Product Lines in requests for equitable adjustments, claims, and negotiations.
• Assist with complex legal transactions for Bell’s programs in the U.S. and abroad, including commercial sales and FMS.
• Coordinate with Ethics professionals on investigations, revolving door reviews, and training.
• Assist with audits, subpoenas, litigation, and ethics investigations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• Strategic thinking with business acumen.
• Ability to work cooperatively with attorneys and employees.
• Capability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
• Team player with positive communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and high performance standards.

What you need to be successful:

• 10+ years of experience in government contracting.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Member of a state Bar in good standing.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related laws, with 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 a 9/80 schedule.
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 120 hours of Vacation time.
• 12-13 paid holidays annually.
• Six weeks parental leave.
• On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and counseling services.
• Access to over 11 Employee Resource Groups.
• And much more.

Join us to make your mark on the future of aviation. Let’s make history together.

We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, purpose, and diversity, embracing unique perspectives and values.

EEO Statement

Textron is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This position involves handling information subject to ITAR and EAR regulations. Non-U.S. persons must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information, defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, political asylees, or refugees.