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General Atomics

In-House Attorney

General Atomics, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Overview

General Atomics (GA) is a world-renowned technology innovator, pioneering advanced systems across critical domains including nuclear fuel cycle technologies, remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensor systems, advanced electric and electronic technologies, wireless and laser innovations. We are seeking a versatile attorney to join our Law Department located in the La Jolla/Torrey Pines technology corridor. The generalist legal role will provide comprehensive support to the General Counsel, addressing a diverse range of corporate, dispute resolution, and compliance matters. Key responsibilities include conducting thorough review and drafting of domestic and international contracts, analyzing and mitigating potential legal risks in contractual documents, providing strategic counsel on contract negotiations, and supporting complex corporate and transactional legal matters. Responsibilities

Under the advisement of senior legal counsel, provides routine legal advice and service concerning rights, obligations, and privileges of the corporation including intellectual property matters. Prepares, reviews and negotiates a variety of contractual documents and corporate governance documents including licenses, purchases, sales, real estate, employment, insurance, mergers, acquisitions and related matters and remains current on legislative issues, statutes, decisions, laws, regulations and ordinances. Examines various documents and data and provides counsel to management on best courses of action. Represents the corporation with outside parties and may also act as agent for the corporation in various transactions. Works with US and foreign outside counsel on dispute, transactional, intellectual property and corporate governance matters. Job Qualifications

Typically requires undergraduate and law school (LL.B. or J.D.) degrees and a license to practice law in the State of California or a jurisdiction in which the company does business and two or more years of progressively complex legal experience. Must have a complete understanding of state, federal and international legal principles, concepts, theory, laws, regulations, and practices as well as leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones. Must possess

The ability to resolve difficult legal issues. Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to serve as spokesperson on assigned projects. The ability to effectively interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers; potential customers, and government representatives. The ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Knowledge of computer applications and operations pertinent to the field. Must also be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, able to work extended hours and travel as required and may be required to obtain a security clearance. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Salary and Requirements

Salary: $98,100 - $171,398 Travel Percentage Required: 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided: Provided US Citizenship Required?: Yes Clearance Required?: No Clearance Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years) Workstyle: Onsite Note: General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

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