Corporate Attorney

Ducommun•Costa Mesa, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Counsel provides legal support to business units and corporate functions by reviewing contracts, advising on legal risks, and supporting compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Government contracts experience is required. The role works closely with internal stakeholders to facilitate business operations while protecting the company's legal and regulatory interests, and reports to the Company’s General Counsel. Ducommun is a global provider of manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company produces electronic and structural systems, including products and components for commercial aircraft, military and space programs, and industrial applications. The Corporate Counsel drafts, reviews, and negotiates commercial and employment-related agreements; advises internal departments on contractual obligations, compliance, and risk mitigation; supports export and import trade compliance; assists with litigation, investigations, policies, and compliance initiatives; conducts legal research; and supports transactions and cross-functional projects involving legal considerations. The position is based in the office five days per week in Costa Mesa, California, with minimum domestic and Mexico travel of approximately 10–20%, generally to support other company facilities.

Requirements

Government contracts experience is required.
Strong corporate legal and business acumen, with a pragmatic approach to balancing legal and commercial risks.
Unquestionable integrity, credibility, and judgment.
High energy, drive, and urgency, with intellectual curiosity to learn all aspects of the business.
A proactive, hands-on approach and desire for continuous improvement in oneself and others.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple projects to meet deadlines.
Strong contract drafting and analytical skills.
Effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders.
Sound legal judgment and problem-solving abilities.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and customer agreements.
Provide legal guidance to internal departments on contractual obligations, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
Provide legal support on export and import trade compliance, including reviewing business activities and advising stakeholders on applicable trade regulations.
Draft, review, and advise on employment-related agreements and workforce documentation, including offer letters, employment contracts, and confidentiality agreements.
Assist with litigation management by coordinating with outside counsel, supporting case strategy, and overseeing document collection and case administration.
Assist with legal review of policies, procedures, and business practices.
Assist with internal investigations and compliance initiatives as needed.
Conduct legal research and provide recommendations on applicable laws and regulations.
Support business transactions and cross-functional projects involving legal considerations.
Maintain awareness of legal and regulatory developments affecting company operations.
Perform legal research, document preparation, and other legal support activities as assigned.
Work with internal stakeholders to support business operations and protect the company's legal and regulatory interests.
Travel domestically and to Mexico as needed to support company facilities.