Amentum · 16 hours ago
Assistant General Counsel, Government Contracts
Reston, VA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expAmentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges. They are seeking a highly experienced Assistant General Counsel, Government Contracts to lead legal advisory services and strategic guidance for business lines within a $6B business group.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on all aspects of U.S. federal government contracts, including FAR, DFARS, and agency specific regulations for contract formation, negotiation, performance, modification, compliance, and closeout. Provide legal risk assessments for bids, proposals, and ongoing contracts
Advise on cost allowability, contract claims/disputes, contract terminations, and bid protests
Oversee the negotiation of teaming agreements, NDAs, subcontracts, and other related agreements
Assist in responding to government audits, investigations, and inquiries, including from the DCAA, DCMA, and OIG
Support internal compliance programs, training, and policy development related to government contracting
Engages when appropriate, coordinates and manages outside counsel including developing case strategy
Provides analysis and responses to legislative developments, public and industry inquiries
Provides expertise on questions of corporate authority to engage in various transactions
Collaborate with contracts, finance, procurement, and program teams to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory obligations
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
710+ years of relevant experience in government contracts law, ideally including experience in the defense or aerospace sector
US Citizenship is required
Requires the willingness to obtain/maintain a security clearance
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal procurement regulations
Experience with government contract disputes, claims, and bid protests
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Anticipates, minimizes and effectively manages legal risks facing the company
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Preferred
Prior in-house counsel experience in the defense or government services industry
Experience working with classified or export-controlled programs (ITAR, EAR)
Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements in government contracting (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-171)
Background in supporting international government contracts and FMS/Direct Commercial Sales
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
Recent News
2026-01-20
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