Job Summary: Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting-edge technology to mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. We bridge commercial innovation with defense-grade security to ensure our warfighters and allies have the technological advantage. Mercury Systems is seeking an experienced attorney in government contracts and intellectual property matters to join the legal team, supporting our supply chain organization. The ideal person will be a roll-up-your-sleeves, innovative and strategic partner to support the needs of the business with a desire to make a significant impact on the Company. This role offers autonomy and an opportunity to improve efficiencies and help implement best-in-class standards. This role will be a key partner to Mercury's contracts, supply chain, and business units as the company navigates a pivotal and exciting point in our growth. The internal job title for this position is Corporate Counsel. Job Responsibilities: Providing legal support, counselling, and advice to senior business officials, contracts professionals, and supply chain personnel on both the "selling side" and "buying" side of the Company's business, as well as IP-related issues Providing legal review and guidance on issues related to procurement, logistics, subcontractor and supplier management, and subcontractor and supplier contract negotiations in support of the Company's U.S. Government and non-U.S.G. contracts Potentially managing and directing other attorneys and non-attorneys Drafting and negotiating critical terms directly with customers and suppliers Maintaining and revising, as necessary, the Company's standard template sales, purchasing, IP and other agreements Structure, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including purchase agreements, service contracts, and supplier agreements. Advise on legal risks and business terms of various supply chain arrangements Establish frameworks, SOPs, and process improvements to help streamline reviews Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to supply chain management Engage with Company trade compliance team to ensure compliance with customs, export controls, sanctions, and trade laws Support the resolution of disputes or litigation related to supply chain issues Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement supply chain strategies and policies Partner with and train supply chain personnel on contracts and negotiations Providing contract due diligence support for the Company's M&A activities Required Qualifications: Deep understanding and experience with the FAR, DFARS, and other defense-related government contracting laws, regulations, and practices with particular emphasis on the supply chain Extensive experience drafting and negotiating defense-related government contract terms, including cost-based, fixed-priced, development, and production contracts and subcontracts Strong understanding of the legal aspects of supply chain management Extensive experience with contract changes and Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA's) Extensive experience with disputes and litigation of such contracts Drafting and negotiating all @types of commercial-based contracts and agreements Drafting and negotiating data rights and all @types of IP licensing agreements Conducting due diligence as part of M&A activities Proven ability to establish processes and SOPs from scratch Ideally 8 years' experience as an attorney Preferred Qualification: JD degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice law in at least one State. 5+ years' experience in government contracts with a focus on supply chain "This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government." Why should you join Mercury Systems? Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com Our Culture We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions. To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance. (978) 256-1300 Click here read about our recent press release. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
