Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of vendor and supplier agreements, including subcontracts, statements of work (SOWs), purchase orders (POs), master service agreements, NDAs, technical services agreements, master supply agreements, teaming agreements, and others with speed, precision, and a bias toward closing.
Connect prime contract obligations to the subcontract side, ensuring required flowdowns, certifications, and risk terms pass through from customer to supplier.
Map and manage FAR, DFARS, and OTA flowdown requirements across the supply base, and build the systems that keep flowdowns accurate as programs evolve.
Partner directly with subcontracts, supply chain, program management, and engineering and finance teams to unblock and accelerate deals.
Build and continuously improve user-friendly playbooks, templates, fallback positions, and self-service tools so business partners can navigate routine contracting and compliance independently.
Develop and maintain Hermeus' representations and certifications to government and commercial counterparties in close coordination with the broader Legal and Supply Chain teams.
Partner with trade compliance on export controls (ITAR/EAR), sanctions, customs, and sourcing-restriction requirements (e.g., supply chain provenance and prohibited-source rules) as applied to subcontracts.
Provide clear, pragmatic, business-focused risk analysis and recommendations to program leads and company leadership.
Support effective dispute resolution with suppliers.
Establish, refine, and scale legal processes and SOPs from the ground up to support c
Minimum Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar (with the ability to register as in-house counsel in the relevant jurisdiction if needed).
5+ years of relevant experience with a strong transactional focus on subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, or government contracts.
Direct, hands-on experience with FAR/DFARS flowdowns, certifications, and government contracting compliance.
Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of commercial contracts work and drive deals to close on tight timelines.
Strong drafting and negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Comfort operating in a fast-moving, ambiguous, hardware-driven environment, picking up problems and figuring things out with a track record of demonstrated initiative.
Enthusiasm for aerospace and defense and Hermeus' mission.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.
At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.
- Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
- Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
- Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar (ability to register as in-house counsel if needed).
- 5+ years of relevant transactional experience in subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, or government contracts.
- Direct, hands-on experience with FAR/DFARS flowdowns, certifications, and government contracting compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of commercial contracts and close deals on tight timelines.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Comfort operating in a fast-moving, ambiguous, hardware-driven environment and demonstrated initiative.
- Experience or familiarity with export controls (ITAR/EAR), sanctions, customs, and sourcing-restriction requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for aerospace and defense and the company mission.
Hermeus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hermeus and has not been reviewed or approved by Hermeus.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as employer-paid for employees and dependents, including dental and vision. Feedback suggests this substantially reduces healthcare burden and strengthens overall total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes unlimited PTO for exempt employees, generous accrued PTO for non‑exempt staff, and observed federal holidays. Feedback suggests this breadth aims to support work‑life balance.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock options are guaranteed with all full‑time offers, with potential for additional grants based on performance. Feedback suggests this provides ownership upside alongside base pay and bonuses.
Hermeus Insights
What We Do
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries. Utilizing an integrated, hardware-rich, iterative development approach to aircraft design and build, Hermeus aims to deliver advanced air power at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s. Hermeus’ current Quarterhorse Program is actively unlocking unmanned high-speed flight. One program, four aircraft – each purpose-built to unlock a specific technical challenge, advance learnings, and incrementally de-risk critical technology in the pursuit of hypersonic aircraft. Today, Hermeus is building its second Quarterhorse vehicle, Mk 2, after having designed, built, and flight tested its predecessor, Mk 1, in 18 months. Capable of reaching speeds of Mach 3+, Quarterhorse Mk 2 will be the fastest uncrewed military aircraft in service for national defense. The final iteration of Quarterhorse, Mk 4, will be capable of transitioning from turbofan to ramjet mode utilizing a Hermeus-developed turbine-based combined cycle (TBCC) propulsion system to achieve sustained speeds of Mach 5+. Hermeus' approach of build-fly-build lays the groundwork for unlocking hypersonic flight at a pace and cost previously deemed impossible. America needs fast planes fast – and Hermeus is delivering them.
Why Work With Us
We prioritize hardware and people. Cutting-edge technology is only made possible by bringing together a world-class team. At Hermeus, you will be challenged – but also empowered. We encourage calculated risks taking and learning from our mistakes. Iteration is the name of the game.
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