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About FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position The Legal Counsel will be responsible for handling a variety of transactional legal matters, focused on complex technology licensing (primarily in-licensing and out-licensing of data, software, technical documentation and other proprietary materials or trade secrets), technology-centric vendor agreements and intellectual property advice, counsel, strategy and portfolio management. This role requires expertise in data, technology and IP licenses, negotiations and strategic protection of rights to license, use, and sublicense data from or in collaboration with external partners, including original equipment manufacturers and component suppliers. Familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI) is a plus.

The Legal Counsel will also support internal process creation, develop templates, and enable self-service tools to streamline legal operations within an evolving environment. Tasks and Responsibilities The following duties are essential to the successful and satisfactory performance of this job. This description is not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties needed, and other responsibilities and tasks may be assigned from time to time.

Provide legal counsel on a variety of complex technology and transactional law issues, including commercial technology transactions, intellectual property rights, vendor agreements, AI and related matters, with an emphasis on offering practical/business-minded approaches to support company objectives. Advise business partners on matters related to technology-centric contracts, including data license negotiations, vendor agreements and intellectual property rights. Manage contract negotiations and technology transactions, ensuring compliance and protection of FlightSafety's and its affiliates' legal interests in collaboration with internal and external partners, including interacting with a range of original equipment manufacturers and component suppliers.

Assist with legal aspects of strategic transactions, including due diligence, business use justification and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on intellectual property rights. Conduct drafting, review, and negotiation of vendor agreements, NDAs, and other related agreements. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior management and external partners, on transactional and technology-related contracts.

Develop and implement self-service tools, templates, and processes to improve legal operations and participate in preparation and provision of legal subject matter training with various cross-functional team members. Conduct research and analyze relevant laws, regulations, and cases to provide guidance on legal and regulatory risks. Conduct risk assessments on technology, artificial intelligence and intellectual property issues and effectively communicate risk assessments to stakeholders.

Collaborate with external counsel on matters as needed. Minimum Education Bachelor's degree is required (or its educational equivalent if issued outside the U.S.). Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school is required

At least three (3) years' relevant experience to the tasks and responsibilities is required, with a preference for at least three (3) years practicing law. Preference for candidates with robust transactions experience at a sophisticated national, regional, or boutique law firm. Minimum Experience 3-6 years of experience as a practicing attorney preferred, with a minimum of 2-3 years of substantive technology transactions and intellectual property experience.

Prior work predominantly in a technology-focused law firm or sophisticated in-house legal department preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Experience with Technology and IP Law: Proven experience in technology transactions and intellectual property law, and a working knowledge of - and continued interest in learning - the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Contract Management: Skilled in structuring, drafting and negotiating a range of agreements, including technology licensing and intellectual property-related contracts.

Process Improvement: Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment where processes are still being established; experience creating templates and enabling self-service legal tools. Communication of Legal Risks: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to understand and analyze complex legal concepts and contracts and to accurately identify, assess and explain legal risks clearly and concisely. Collaborative and Client-Focused: Strong ability to partner with business clients, work within cross-functional teams, and engage with external counsel as required.

Time Management: Interpersonal and prioritization skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S

economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S

Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address

FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers. Apply