General Counsel

Ursa Major•Berthoud, CO

9h•$375,000 - $415,000

About The Position

The General Counsel will serve as Ursa Major Technologies’ chief legal advisor, providing legal leadership across all areas of the business. This individual will manage legal risk, structure transactions, ensure regulatory compliance (particularly in the aerospace & defense sector), and work closely with executive leadership to support growth.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree (or equivalent) from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state, with ability (or willingness) to be admitted in Colorado.
A minimum of 15+ years of legal experience, with substantial experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated industries.
Strong experience with government contracting, export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), and defense procurement structures.
Proven track record managing complex contracts, corporate transactions, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
Excellent judgment and ability to advise senior management on risk-based decision making.
Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.

Nice To Haves

Prior work in high technology, propulsion systems, aerospace manufacturing, or space systems.
Experience with domestic/international joint ventures or cross-border transactions involving defense technologies.
Proven leadership of legal/compliance functions in scale-up or high growth companies.
Strong network with federal regulatory agencies (e.g., DoD, NASA, FAA) and understanding of government procurement / certifications.
Military service (active duty or reserve) or prior experience working closely with military institutions or in national defense settings.

Responsibilities

Serve as lead legal counsel for contracts, procurement, supplier/subcontractor agreements, licensing, intellectual property, indemnification, government contracts, and export controls (e.g., ITAR, EAR).
Advise leadership on regulatory compliance and policy matters relevant to aerospace & defense; manage interface with relevant government agencies and regulatory authorities.
Oversee internal policies and procedures to ensure ethical conduct, corporate compliance, risk management, and corporate governance.
Support corporate transactions including mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, financing, and equity issuances.
Manage disputes, litigation, claims, and investigations; select, supervise, and manage outside counsel as needed.
Advise on employment, labor law, safety, environmental, IP protection, and data privacy matters.
Counsel on matters related to government contracting regulations (e.g., FAR, DFAR), export/import regulations, sanctions, and compliance with defense acquisition regulations.
Provide strategic legal input into new product developments, technology transfer, R&D, and supply chain resilience.
Maintain oversight of insurance, bonding, indemnities, liability, and intellectual property portfolio.
Coach and mentor legal and compliance personnel; build legal capabilities aligned with corporate objectives.