Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts

The role

The Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts will provide strategic legal guidance on the lifecycle of U.S. government and defense-related programs. This role involves advising executive leadership, negotiating agreements, and managing compliance in a highly regulated environment.

What you will do

• Serve as a key legal advisor on U.S. government contracts and subcontracts
• Advise on FAR, DFARS, and related agency regulations
• Partner with Business Development, Program Management, Finance, and Operations on pursuits and compliance
• Review, negotiate, and support government contracts, task orders, subcontracts, and teaming agreements
• Provide guidance on cost accounting, audits, data rights, cybersecurity, and procurement integrity
• Support internal stakeholders on contract performance, modifications, claims, disputes, and terminations
• Develop scalable processes, templates, and training for compliance
• Collaborate with Legal Operations and Compliance teams
• Retain and manage outside counsel and consultants

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 10-15+ years of experience practicing government contracts law in a firm and/or in-house environment
• Significant experience supporting defense, aerospace, or national security-related programs
• Deep working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting principles
• Experience advising on both prime contracts and subcontracts
• Strong business judgment
• Ability to draft contract language
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Nice to have

• In-house government contracts experience at a defense, aerospace, or manufacturing company
• Prior experience at a defense prime, major subcontractor, or government-focused law firm
• Familiarity with classified or export-controlled programs
• Experience supporting scaled production or manufacturing programs for government customers
• Builder mindset who thinks from first principles
• Ability to balance regulatory rigor with execution speed in a startup environment
• A security clearance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 401k
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity

Before you apply

• To conform to ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

About the company

Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America by combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing. They help aerospace and defense companies build mission-critical systems faster and at lower cost.