Legal Counsel, Subcontracts and Supply Chain

Larson Maddox; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Performance-based bonus

Paid parental leave & PTO

Team events & office perks

Job summary

Larson Maddox seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to support procurement, supply chain, and government contracting for an aerospace/defense tech leader. Location: Arlington, VA or Los Angeles, CA. Hybrid work model with 2 days on-site.

You will draft, negotiate, and manage subcontracts, MSAs, and SOWs, ensuring FAR/DFARS flow-downs, risk mitigation, and compliance. Collaborate across functions to drive agile deal execution.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. state bar.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience focused on commercial contracting, subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, or government contracts.
• Deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS flowdowns and government contracting compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success negotiating and closing complex commercial agreements with high volume.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a high volume of contracts including subcontracts, MSAs, SOWs, and NDAs.
• Ensure flow-downs to suppliers and subcontractors with required certifications and risk provisions.
• Advise on FAR/DFARS/OTA government contracting requirements affecting supplier relationships.
• Partner with procurement, supply chain, program management, engineering, and finance to accelerate deals.
• Develop contracting tools, templates, playbooks, and self-service resources.
• Manage representations, certifications, and compliance obligations for government and commercial contracting.
• Collaborate on export controls, sanctions, ITAR and EAR requirements with trade compliance teams.
• Provide pragmatic legal guidance and risk assessments to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support supplier dispute resolution and contract enforcement; help scale processes.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Issue spotting

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Legal Counsel, Government Contracts & Supply Chain

Location: Arlington, VA or Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $170,000-$225,000

Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days on-site)

A rapidly growing aerospace and defense technology company is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support its procurement, supply chain, and government contracting operations. This role will serve as a key business partner to internal stakeholders, leading complex subcontracting and commercial contracting matters while helping build scalable legal and compliance processes in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a high volume of contracts, including subcontracts, master service agreements, statements of work, purchase orders, NDAs, supply agreements, technical services agreements, and teaming agreements.
• Ensure prime contract obligations are appropriately flowed down to suppliers and subcontractors, including required certifications, compliance requirements, and risk provisions.
• Advise on FAR, DFARS, OTA, and other government contracting requirements affecting supplier relationships and subcontract administration.
• Partner closely with procurement, supply chain, program management, engineering, and finance teams to support business objectives and accelerate deal execution.
• Develop practical contracting tools, templates, playbooks, and self-service resources that enable efficient business operations.
• Manage representations, certifications, and compliance obligations associated with government and commercial contracting activities.
• Collaborate with trade compliance teams on export controls, sanctions regulations, customs matters, and sourcing restrictions, including ITAR and EAR requirements.
• Provide pragmatic, business-focused legal guidance and risk assessments to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support supplier dispute resolution and contract enforcement matters.
• Help establish and improve legal processes, procedures, and operational best practices as the organization continues to scale.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience with a strong focus on commercial contracting, subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, or government contracts.
• Deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS flowdowns, government contracting compliance requirements, and supplier-related risk management.
• Demonstrated success negotiating and closing complex commercial agreements in a high-volume environment.
• Exceptional contract drafting, negotiation, and issue-spotting skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving, and highly technical business environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder-management abilities.
• Interest in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or emerging technologies is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Equity participation opportunity.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid parental leave and generous paid time off.
• Company-sponsored team events, office perks, and additional employee benefits.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded attorney who enjoys partnering with business leaders, navigating complex government contracting issues, and contributing to the growth of a cutting-edge technology organization operating at the forefront of aerospace and defense innovation.