Legal Counsel, Government and Defense

Applied Intuition•Arlington, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Intuition is seeking an exceptional individual to join its legal team to support its U.S. and international Defense business vertical. This is a strategic role with both internal and external-facing responsibilities in a growing area for Applied Intuition. The role involves cross-functional partnership with product, engineering, finance, sales, and marketing teams. The ideal candidate is a business-minded lawyer focused on execution, prepared to lead on important deals, and comfortable making thoughtful and creative decisions. The role requires self-sufficiency and a collaborative spirit within a supportive team dedicated to providing top legal service to internal clients. The candidate must be willing to be hands-on and comfortable working in ambiguity.

Requirements

Experience with a diverse range of U.S. Government contract types (e.g., FFP, T&M, CPFF) and contract vehicles (e.g., FAR-based contracts, Other Transaction Authority (OTA), subcontracts, software licenses).
In-depth knowledge and practical experience advising clients on government procurement laws and processes, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), particularly with respect to Data Rights and IP protections.
Experience supporting proposal development — including familiarity with how to structure scope and pricing, and how to satisfy proposal compliance requirements.
Ability to guide the company through compliance with various regulations, including related to export control compliance (e.g., EAR, ITAR) and handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), through own experience or by working with outside counsel.
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in one state bar.
5+ years of experience with the activities described above.
Ability to travel.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with some combination of law firm, in-house, and/or Department of War work.
Experience with international defense contracts, particularly in the UK or APAC.

Responsibilities

Support the review and negotiation of a variety of prime contracts, subcontracts, strategic partnership agreements, and supplier agreements, including traditional FAR-based contracts, OTAs, software licensing agreements, and teaming agreements.
Interpret and explain solicitation and contract requirements applicable to government contractors (including cybersecurity and export control compliance) and company stakeholders.
Review and negotiate vendor and supplier agreements for software, hardware, and services sourced from third parties.
Support Defense verticals' international growth by analyzing foreign government bid and contract requirements.
Develop and assist in the implementation of scalable and sustainable legal operations processes, programs, and tools to support the legal team's effective and efficient delivery of services for the government and defense team.
Lead various compliance activities, reporting requirements, and internal investigations as required.
Assist in drafting company policies and prepare employee government contracts and compliance training.
Proactively manage other duties that may arise as part of a legal team in a high growth start-up.