General Counsel - Moog Military Aircraft
Moog Military Aircraft LLC, a newly created wholly owned subsidiary of Moog, Inc. (“MMA”) is hiring a results-oriented and business-minded General Counsel. Reporting to the President of MMA, the General Counsel will serve in a hands-on role as trusted counsel to MMA leadership and the MMA Board of Managers.
To be considered for this role, here’s what you will ideally bring with you:
- J.D. degree and license to practice law in good standing, preferably in New York State
- 12-15 years of legal experience, ideally at a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house counsel position, preferably in the aerospace and defense sector
- 10+ years demonstrated experience supporting US Government Contracts, with direct experience in FAR and DFARS, regulations and systems applicable to classified programs, including working knowledge of the NISPOM, Special Access Programs, OPSEC, cyber security regulations, and familiarity with the USG Department of Defense Systems of Record.
- Knowledge about current and future laws, regulations, policies, and trends affecting the aerospace and defense business
- Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, direct, and motivate legal professionals
- Experience working collaboratively and cooperatively with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop strong trusted working relationships with MMA leadership and Board of Directors
As General Counsel you will be responsible for:
- Keeping MMA’s leadership advised of all relevant legal developments
- Formulating tactics and strategies in order to advance MMA’s objectives and goals in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations
- Providing practical, strategic, legal, and business advice and counsel to the MMA organization
- Serving as the primary point of contact for all legal matters within the operating group and advising on key legal issues impacting the business
- Managing MMA’s corporate governance, including attending all Board of Managers meetings and recording minutes and resolutions
- Leading a team of legal professionals dedicated to MMA
- Leading the process for negotiating and executing a wide variety of agreements and contracts, managing intellectual property, and structuring mergers and acquisitions
- Overseeing the Facility Security Officer organization, ensuring security clearances and classified materials are properly maintained
- Coordinating with the Moog, Inc. General Counsel and Legal Department at Moog Inc. as to MMA’s legal service needs and issues affecting MMA and/or Moog, Inc.
- Participating in joint councils and/or committees with Moog’s Legal Department regarding policies and legal mandates affecting both Moog Inc. and MMA
- Participating as a member of the Ethics Leadership Committee and in Ethics activities
Salary range: The base salary range for this position is $275,000 - $325,000. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include short-term incentive bonus, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, competitive 401K plan with enhanced matching program, and many region-specific benefits.
This position requires access to United States Export Controlled information.
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