Corporate Paralegal

Ducommun, Inc.
United States, California, Costa Mesa
Mar 28, 2025
Corporate Paralegal Seeking a motivated, results-oriented individual to support our Corporate Legal Team. This position will assist the in-house legal department in ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include working with various site leaders to autonomously review and negotiate customer and vendor-facing agreements and assisting the legal department with maintaining and organizing legal files and the department budget. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Job Summary Review, edit, and negotiate commercial and governmental contracts, including but not limited to Ts&Cs, NDAs, LTAs, SOWs and POs. Organize and maintain an electronic contracts database and other legal documents in compliance with record keeping requirements. Organize and manage governance-related documents, including maintaining books and records, and registrations in appropriate jurisdictions. Assist with various administrative agency filings, including but not limited to export control licenses. Collaborate with operations leaders, business development, program management, and other business partners across the Company. Assess a diverse range of legal and regulatory questions submitted by employees, and communicate efficiently with the Corporate Attorney to escalate and resolve matters as needed. Assist with tracking legal budget and quarterly spend. This position requires a full-time in-office presence to collaborate, engage, and interact effectively with the legal team, business partners, and leaders. Flexibility to work remote is determined by the Company based on business needs. Responsible for storing and handling all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information or documentation. Support all visitor and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, product, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns. Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee's work area. Performs other duties as assigned Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job Required Skills and Qualifications Self-motivated and energetic; results oriented Excellent time and deadline management skills in fast paced environment; able to manage multiple projects and prioritize quickly and efficiently High level of urgency to meet target dates Exceptional organization skills with high attention to detail Excellent oral and written communication skills including familiarity with common legal terminology Strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively and efficiently while working across all levels of the organization Proficient in Microsoft Office, including outlook, PPT, word, and excel. Experience with data driven performance metrics preferred. Strong business acumen and project management skills. Must be able to uphold highest ethical standards, discretion and confidentiality, and exercise good judgment on day-to-day decisions Able to perform a variety of tasks independently; able to work and collaborate in a team environment Required Experience and Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college in business or a related area, or equivalent years of relative experience required Minimum of 5-7 years in-house corporate paralegal experience Experience in the aerospace and defense industry a plus Licenses, Certifications, etc. Paralegal certificate required Base Compensation: USD 48.00 - 57.69 Paid Hourly Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled 600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1100 Costa Mesa, California, 92626 United States