Paralegal II

As a paralegal assisting Supply Chain Management (SCM) Legal Advisors, will provide support in reviewing purchase order (PO) terms and conditions and make recommendations to SCM Advisor; will assist in drafting and processing teaming agreement documentation; will review contractual documentation and develop guidance on flowdowns; will conduct thorough search, review and posting of guidance on Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) in a repository that will be coordinated with appropriate Advisor; will research legal issues, apply facts and recommend solutions; assist in lower dollar amount negotiations; must be willing to learn the procurement process and prepare lower dollar amount POs; draft and suggest terms and conditions that provide the best protection and benefit to the company under the circumstances of the specific situation; support Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS) SCM organizations in different locations; develop expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), procurement attachments, company policies, procedures, and work instructions; develop expertise in commercial software licensing; must be detailed oriented, have strong analytical skills, and excellent ability to develop options and solutions for review; must have excellent oral and written skills; must keep everyone informed of progress on a request, task, or project; should have cheerful "can do" cooperative attitude, but assertive when necessary to comply with company and legal requirements. Required Skills: Bachelor's degree with 2 years of applicable work experience, OR, a combination of 10 years education and work experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree. Familiarity with FAR or/and Government regulations. Knowledge of software licensing, including researching and analyzing Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) licensing and the development of guidance on the use of FOSS. Experience with reviewing legal issues, and preparing/drafting/editing legal and contractual documentation to include Freedom of Information Act requests, processing of legal notices and contract provisions. Must have excellent oral and written skills. Must be detail oriented; have strong analytical skills; and, have initiative and drive. Experience with conducting and researching legal questions and issues. Must be willing to take on major projects with minimal supervision; must be willing to pursue and maintain security clearance/access; must have US citizenship with ability to obtain SSBI Security clearance. Desired Skills: Must be open to new challenges; must be willing to learn new skills. Required Education(including Major): A Bachelor's degree is preferred. Minimum of an Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies, certification as a paralegal or similar training in addition to 4+ years of relevant work may be considered. Company & Benefit Information: Raytheon Company, with 2007 sales of $21.3 billion, is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning more than 80 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 72,000 people worldwide. Raytheon is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets throughout the world. We provide state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. Our stated Vision is to be the most admired defense and aerospace systems supplier through world-class people and technology. Others recognize our progress towards that Vision: Forbes magazine ranked Raytheon as the “Best Managed” company in our industry; Fortune magazine rated Raytheon among the top 4 “Most Admired” companies in our industry, an improvement of four places since the previous year; In 2007, Raytheon won the coveted Opportunity Award from the U.S. Department of Labor for our efforts to ensure workplace equity and equal employment opportunities. Raytheon’s Aurora-based Space Systems group has a strong legacy in providing comprehensive ground systems, supporting space assets ranging from geostationary satellites to complex non-geo constellations. Raytheon offers exceptional benefits, including: . On-going training and generous tuition reimbursement . Immediate vestment in our 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan (RAYSIP) with company-match . Retirement Income Savings Program (RISP) plus Profit Sharing . Flex time schedules and abundant Paid Time Off (PTO) . On-site fitness center, high-line canal and golf course access, volleyball court on campus . Campus style work setting . Ask how our “9/80” program offers up to 22+ more days off per year! Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE ©2008 Raytheon Company. All rights reserved. Raytheon is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes a wide diversity of applicants. U.S. citizenship and security clearance may be required.