Associate General Counsel

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets.

With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.

Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary:

Elbit America is seeking an Associate General Counsel to support two business units (divisions) and serve as the primary counsel for the business with strong experience and expertise in US Government Contracts.

The successful candidate will handle associated legal issues, such as those arising from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and FAR supplements, solicitations, teaming arrangements, licensing, data rights, contracting and subcontracting terms and conditions, supply chain risk, trade controls and disputes.

The position's responsibilities will also encompass managing outside counsel, strategizing on proposals and other strategic business unit decisions, and providing training to business unit personnel on myriad of legal topics.

This attorney must demonstrate superior judgment and work product for matters of significant complexity.

This attorney must be a leader, a self-starter, and able to work collaboratively across the enterprise.

Outstanding organization, client management and written and verbal communication skills are essential.

The attorney will also serve as a mentor to colleagues within the greater legal department.

The position will report to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel of Elbit America.

Responsibilities & Tasks:


* Integrating and partnering with the business leadership team, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation measures to ensure successful business outcomes.


* In a generalist manner, advising business on employment law, commercial transactions, trade and ITAR compliance, and other matters involving risk and strategy.


* Reviewing solicitations, strategizing approaches for responding, drafting sections addressing particularly legal topics, such as data rights and licensing, and "red teaming" proposals before submission.


* Advising on pursuing or defending commercial/subcontractor disputes, bid protests, and selecting and managing outside counsel when needed.


* Partnering with business and functional stakeholders on strategic, risk mitigating and compliance focused efforts.


* Partnering with contracts personnel on complex or risk-sensitive communications, contract modifications request for adjustments, changes under terms and conditions, such as limiting liability, indemnification and g...