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EnduroSat

Federal Contracting Lawyer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

As an experienced Federal Contracting Lawyer you will become the founding legal leader for our US operations. In this role, you will own the entire contracting process - from proposal through award ...

EnduroSat

Federal Contracting Lawyer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

As an experienced Federal Contracting Lawyer you will become the founding legal leader for our US operations. In this role, you will own the entire contracting process -- from proposal through award ...

FlatironDragados

VP, Federal Market Leader

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$290 - $330/hr

Overview Are you a strategic, entrepreneurial leader with deep industry relationships and federal contracting expertise? As the VP, Federal Market Leader at FlatironDragados, you will lead the charge ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal contractor in California is $92,751.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,712.00 and $127,789.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A federal contractor is any worker or organization that enters into a contract to provide labor, services, products, or materials to a government department or agency. Federal contractors can be individuals or companies. Federal contractors are required to follow several federal hiring and labor laws to qualify for and maintain federal contracts. These laws include equal opportunity hiring, disability employment, and safety compliance. The duties of a federal contractor vary significantly depending on the type of work they perform.

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Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contract roles vs permanent positionsDifferences between government employment types

Federal Contractors work on specific projects for the government under contract, often in private sector settings, while Federal Employees are permanent staff working directly for government agencies. Both roles may require security clearances and specialized skills, but their employment terms and work environments differ significantly.

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Federal Contracting Lawyer

EnduroSat

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

About us
We are EnduroSat! A fast-growing space scale-up at the forefront of satellite innovation, specializing in advanced software-flexible satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific endeavors.
  • This is more than a job, it's a mission
    We are making space universally accessible and redefining what's possible.
  • We get things done
    We take ownership of what we do and we work hard to make a difference.
  • We are fearless
    Transparency is our only way forward. We dare to address and resolve issues head-on.
  • We learn from our mistakes
    We deliver, take informed risks, and evolve to achieve our goals. We compare with the best version of ourselves

What is the role?
As an experienced Federal Contracting Lawyer you will become the founding legal leader for our US operations. In this role, you will own the entire contracting process - from proposal through award, negotiation, execution, and closeout - while building the legal function from the ground up and, over time, growing and managing your own team.
You will be the go-to expert on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), ensuring EnduroSat remains fully compliant as we scale our work with the US Government and major Defense primes. You will also need a strong grasp of how Government agencies and large Defense contractors structure and execute deals, including teaming agreements, subcontracts, and public procurement processes.
This role is based in Los Angeles, California. It will begin as remote and, over time, transition to a fully on-site position.
Some of your daily tasks will include
  • Managing the full lifecycle of federal contracts, from proposal and negotiation through award and closeout
  • Ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and related federal procurement regulations
  • Advising on export control matters under ITAR/EAR in the context of government and defense contracting
  • Negotiating terms directly with government agencies (e.g., DoD, NASA) and prime/subcontractors in the defense industry
  • Structuring and reviewing teaming agreements, subcontracts, NDAs, and IP/licensing terms tied to government work
  • Advising executive leadership on legal risk, deal structure, and procurement strategy
  • Supporting proposal development with legal review for public procurement bids
  • Monitoring changes in federal acquisition policy and regulatory updates that impact the business
  • Laying the groundwork to build, hire, and eventually lead a broader legal team as the company scales

What do you need?
  • J.D. and active license to practice law in the US (California Bar preferred)
  • 7+ years of experience in federal contracting law, government contracts, or related legal work within the Aerospace/Defense industry
  • Deep working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS
  • Hands-on experience with ITAR/EAR export control compliance
  • Proven experience negotiating and structuring contracts with federal agencies and/or large Defense primes
  • Familiarity with the public procurement process end-to-end
  • Ability and willingness to build and eventually manage a legal team
  • Strong negotiation, drafting, and stakeholder management skills

Personal skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
  • A quick learner, proactive, self-starter
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A team player with a positive attitude
  • Comfortable operating with a high degree of ownership in a fast-scaling environment

What do we offer?
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Matching 401k plan
  • Collaboration with the EnduroSat offices with occasional international travel
Salary range: $180,000 - $240,000 per year. The salary will likely be within this range although it may differ based on experience level or other factors.
At EnduroSat, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, this position is suitable for people with disabilities in accordance with the People with Disabilities National Regulation Act, ensuring accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.

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