General Counsel

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Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States’ undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

Job Summary

Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is seeking a General Counsel to support the Maritime and Warfighter business units and

serve as the company’s primary Government Contracts counsel. The successful candidate will handle associated legal issues, such as those arising from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and FAR supplements, solicitations, teaming arrangements, licensing, data rights, contracting and subcontracting terms and conditions, and related disputes. The position’s responsibilities will also encompass strategizing on proposals and other strategic business unit decisions and providing training to business unit personnel on FAR/DFARS topics and other contract-related topics. The position will report to the Sparton CEO with a dotted line to the Vice President & General Counsel of Elbit America. Don’t forget to mention GoInhouse.com as your source when applying.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Integrating and partnering with the business unit leadership team, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation measures to ensure successful business outcomes.

Reviewing solicitations, strategizing approaches for responding, drafting sections addressing particularly legal topics, such as data rights and licensing, and “red teaming” proposals before submission.

Advising on pursuing or defending bid protests and selecting and managing outside bid protest counsel when needed.

Assisting Contracts personnel with complex or risk-sensitive terms and conditions, such as limiting liability, indemnification and grounds for termination.

Developing and implementing intellectual property protection strategies, including drafting and negotiating relevant agreements.

Strategizing and negotiating teaming relationships.

Strategizing, advising and leading steps to resolve disputes, and selecting and managing outside litigation counsel when needed.

Maintaining currency on U.S. Government Contracting topics such as Government cost accounting, intellectual property, Other Transaction Authority, Foreign Military Sales, bid protest regulations and caselaw, claims regulations and caselaw, and dispute resolution including mediation, arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Participating in and contributing to Legal Department discussions on corporate-wide topics, policies and procedures.

Participating in and contributing to Legal Department updates on changing laws and regulations and other continuing education.

Other duties as assigned by the Vice President & General Counsel or Executive Management.

Education, Experience, License and Certifications

Required: Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School

Required: Active membership in at least one state bar

Required: Licensed to practice law in the United States

Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

7-12 years of experience as outside Government Contracts counsel or in-house counsel in the aerospace/defense industry

Experience advising executive clients on business and transactional matters (contracts, agreements, business strategy)

Experience providing counseling on U.S. Government programs, including FAR, DFARS and/or other FAR Supplement experience

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated leadership ability, preferably as a counsel for a business segment of an engineering/technology-driven defense or aerospace company

Ability to perform the role of hands-on legal generalist

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced and complex organizational structure

Experience in complex negotiations with the U.S. Government, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers and teammates

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to analyze complex fact patterns or case law and provide recommendations in an executive-worthy manner

Ability to develop strong client relationships while maintaining an independence appropriate to a compliance function

Strong communication skills (written and oral)

Supervisory/Leadership

Will manager Contracts and Government Compliance functions

Travel and Physical Requirements

Travel is required, Florida, Viginia/DC area and other locations as business needs dictate.

The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20lbs.

Benefits Highlights

Healthcare

• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.

• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.

• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.

• Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.

• On-site wellness clinic.

Paid Benefits

• Competitive compensation.

• 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.

• Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption assistance.

• Fertility and family building assistance.

Additional Benefits

• Lifestyle spending account.

• Perks at work.

• Generous employee referral program.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options

These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Accessibility

Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at [email protected]

Disclaimer:

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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