Government Contracts Attorney

5 days ago

Laurel, Mississippi, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

We are seeking a seasoned government contracts attorney with expertise in federal procurement law to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).

About the Job

This Associate General Counsel position within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) will provide advice and counsel across APL on issues involving the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and similar regulations and policies.

You will work with a senior government contracts attorney, collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate risks and designing mitigation strategies or company-wide action plans. Your primary responsibility will be to advise contracts/subcontracts organizations as well as APL Sectors, Departments, and Mission Areas on federal (FAR, DFARS, etc.) and state laws and regulations, government contracting policies, commercial contracts and purchase orders, contract cost accounting principles, requests for proposals, flow downs and contract clauses, grants, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, memoranda of understanding and memoranda of agreement, and teaming arrangements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide primary support on reviewing, mitigating, and resolving organizational conflicts of interest issues across the Lab.
  • Assist with some components of APL's E&C program in a matrixed environment, supporting the E&C Office with legal analysis, personal conflict of interest analysis, and other duties as appropriate.
  • Provide legal advice to management on business issues integral to APL operations.
  • Support/lead the defense of APL with respect to handling of external investigations, administrative complaints, and litigation arising out of government contract-related matters.
  • Represent APL to outside agencies/entities.
  • Provide focused training to both enterprise and programs/projects relative to contract-related matters.
Requirements
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school, admission to practice and being in good standing in one or more U.S. jurisdictions, and a minimum of 3 years of legal experience in federal government contracts working in a government agency, corporation, university, or a law firm.
  • Substantive knowledge of federal (FAR, DFARS, etc.) government contracting policies and some experience related to government contractor ethics.
  • Experience reviewing, and providing legal advice on standard government contracting documents to include: requests for proposals, prime contracts, subcontracts, flow downs, contract clauses, grants, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, MOUs/MOAs, and teaming agreements.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate risks, and designing and implementing mitigation strategies or company-wide action plans.
  • Significant experience providing legal advice on organizational conflicts of interest and personal conflicts of interest especially as they pertain to government contracting.
  • Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills; the ability to translate complex legal principles into practical business solutions; strong organizational skills; the ability to work independently and as a team player; the ability to work closely with a wide variety of staff of diverse backgrounds and levels; sound judgment; professional demeanor; good work ethic; and, business acumen.
  • Ability to obtain an interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and ultimately be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Bonus Qualifications
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity law as it specifically relates to government and contractor requirements.
  • Experience with government contract cost accounting principles, or DCAA and DCMA audits.
  • Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), a Leadership Professional in Ethics & Compliance (LPEC), or other recognized ethics and compliance-related certification.
  • Knowledge of intellectual property, international trade compliance and export control, and national security and intelligence-related law.
  • Prior experience working with the U.S. Department of Defense and its agencies, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), or member organizations of the U.S. Intelligence Community.
  • Knowledge of operations in the non-profit or university sector.
  • Active Top Secret or higher level clearance.
Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture.

We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.

Salary Range: $124,000 - $279,100 per year

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