Associate General Counsel - Space & Defense Group

Moog

Buffalo, NY, USA
Base: $200,000.00–$230,000.00 annually; bonus/equi...
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U.s. government contracting experience
Complex business contract negotiation
Ip agreement management
** Moog is seeking an Associate General Counsel for its Space & Defense Group in Buffalo, NY, to provide comprehensive legal support and strategic counsel in a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive legal experience, particularly in U.S. government contracting, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing full legal support to the Space & Defense Group while developing business and legal strategies in a highly regulated environment.
  • Candidates must possess a JD degree, active bar membership, and at least 10 years of legal experience with over five years in a senior in-house or law firm role.
  • Moog offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual profit sharing, matching 401k, health insurance, and tuition assistance alongside a salary range of $200,000 to $230,000.

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** Moog is seeking an Associate General Counsel for its Space & Defense Group in Buffalo, NY, to provide comprehensive legal support and strategic counsel in a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive legal experience, particularly in U.S. government contracting, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders. **

Salary

Base: $200,000.00–$230,000.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Annual profit sharing, Employee Stock Purchase Plan; Benefits: Matching 401k, Flexible spending, Health Savings Accounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • U.S. Government contracting experience
  • Complex business contract negotiation
  • IP agreement management
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Strategic legal advisory

Nice-to-have

  • Trusted advisor to executive leadership
  • Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • Influence on P&L through legal solutions
  • Enterprise-wide alignment coordination

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
  • Minimum 10 years of legal experience
  • Over 5 years in senior in-house or large law firm role
  • U.S. Person status required for security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US Person status

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