Senior Counsel, Head of Government Contracts

Location: On-site in Redondo Beach or Washington DC, United States

Salary: $225,000–$260,000 per year, plus potential stock options and benefits

Company

hirify.global Space develops in-space transportation vehicles and propulsion systems for orbital transport, payload deployment, and precision reentry services.

What you will do

• Advise on U.S. government contracts and subcontracts, including prime and subcontractor relationships.
• Review and negotiate government contracts, task orders, defense subcontracts, teaming agreements, CRADAs, and collaboration agreements.
• Partner with Business Development, Program Management, Finance, and Operations on pursuits, negotiations, execution, and long-term compliance.
• Provide guidance on FAR/DFARS clauses, cost accounting, audits, data rights, cybersecurity obligations, and procurement integrity.
• Support contract modifications, claims, disputes, terminations, and performance issues.
• Build scalable compliance processes, templates, and training while managing outside counsel and consultants as needed.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. bar membership.
• 10+ years of government contracts law experience in a law firm and/or in-house.
• 5+ years of experience supporting aerospace and/or defense programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting principles.
• Strong contract drafting, risk-based legal judgment, communication, and senior-stakeholder management skills.
• Applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain an export license under applicable U.S. export regulations.

Nice to have

• Previous law firm experience.
• Experience supporting defense or national security space programs.
• Experience advising at both prime contract and subcontract levels.
• Background in commercial space, launch vehicles, or in-space transportation.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, high-growth environment requiring autonomy and self-direction.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage for eligible full-time hires.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Potential long-term incentives in the form of stock options.

Hiring process

• Application and resume review.
• Introductory and technical phone interviews.
• On-site interview followed by an offer.