Legal Counsel - Government Contracts

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.

Hermeus is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide 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.

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 :

Compliance & Regulatory :

Other Areas As Needed :

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

$133,875 - $215,625 a year

Benefits

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.

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