Senior Counsel - Litigation

GE Aerospace•Lynn, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is an independent, publicly traded enterprise operating in a complex, global regulatory environment. We are seeking a Senior Counsel to join a team of litigation attorneys responsible for managing a broad and dynamic portfolio of disputes, including complex commercial litigation, product liability, corporate & securities litigation, and cross-border arbitration. This is an important role within GE Aerospace Legal & Compliance, offering significant visibility and regular interaction with senior executives across both Legal & Compliance and the business.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from accredited university
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in litigation
Member in good standing with the State Bar
Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

Nice To Haves

Significant experience handling complex commercial disputes, including contract disputes, trade secrets / intellectual property, and class actions.
Demonstrated track record of managing high-stakes litigation and arbitration matters.
Prior experience in Aerospace, defense, or other heavily regulated industries is highly valued.
Sound professional judgment and ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented counsel to senior attorneys and executives.
Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work creatively and effectively in cross-functional teams.
Ability to navigate a large, complex organization and coordinate effectively with business leaders, finance, corporate affairs, and other internal stakeholders.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, together with strong advocacy and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute litigation strategies across various business units and jurisdictions.
Manage active litigation in U.S. and international forums, including oversight and coordination of pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trials, appeals, and arbitration proceedings.
Advise senior leaders, business stakeholders and cross-functional teams on dispute resolution strategy, litigation risk, and legal exposure arising from key business initiatives.
Implement internal litigation reporting, legal holds, and e-discovery protocols.
Supervise outside counsel and support staff to ensure high-quality, cost-effective representation and sound case management.
Monitor and assess legal and regulatory developments impacting the company’s litigation profile, with particular attention to Aerospace, defense, and high-risk jurisdictions.
Contribute to the development of corporate policies and governance initiatives related to litigation, document retention, dispute resolution, and regulatory issues.
Support and lead initiatives to use artificial intelligence and other technologies to enhance the efficiency, quality, and strategic capabilities of the legal team.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services)
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions)
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness