Legal Counsel - Government Contracts

Overview

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries. This role : Legal Counsel provides comprehensive legal support across the full spectrum of government contracts matters, focusing on customer-facing government contracts, subcontracts, and software agreements. You’ll work cross-functionally to structure, negotiate, and execute sophisticated agreements, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and alignment with business objectives. This is a high-impact, hands-on role in a fast-paced, mission-driven aerospace environment.

Base pay range $133,875.00 / yr - $215,625.00 / yr

Responsibilities

• Government Contracts : Structure and negotiate contracts with government agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with the FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements
• Collaborate with business development, engineering, finance, supply chain, and policy teams to develop and implement government contracting strategies
• Review proposals and deliverables in advance of submission to ensure consistency and compliance
• Advise on risk allocation, regulatory and compliance obligations, and contract performance
• Advise on data rights matters
• Commercial & Software Agreements : Structure, negotiate, and finalize technology transactions, including software licensing, SaaS, and more
• Manage AI provisions, open source compliance, and software supply chain legal issues
• Compliance & Regulatory : Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, cybersecurity, and other government regulations
• Advise on export control and U.S. export compliance status
• Draft and enforce policies to ensure compliance with government contract requirements
• Support government audits and compliance reviews
• Other Areas As Needed : Handle Non-Disclosure Agreements and Professional Services Agreements related to government or subcontractor engagements
• File documents in company repository
• Help establish policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

U.S. Export Control Compliance Status

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

Equal Opportunity

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account when presenting a job offer. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package, which includes competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more.

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