Senior Counsel - Litigation

Job Description Summary

GE Aerospace is an independent, publicly traded enterprise operating in a complex, global regulatory environment. We are seeking a Senior Counsel to join a team of litigation attorneys responsible for managing a broad and dynamic portfolio of disputes, including complex commercial litigation, product liability, corporate & securities litigation, and cross-border arbitration. This is an important role within GE Aerospace Legal & Compliance, offering significant visibility and regular interaction with senior executives across both Legal & Compliance and the business.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute litigation strategies across various business units and jurisdictions.
• Manage active litigation in U.S. and international forums, including oversight and coordination of pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trials, appeals, and arbitration proceedings.
• Advise senior leaders, business stakeholders and cross-functional teams on dispute resolution strategy, litigation risk, and legal exposure arising from key business initiatives.
• Implement internal litigation reporting, legal holds, and e-discovery protocols.
• Supervise outside counsel and support staff to ensure high-quality, cost-effective representation and sound case management.
• Monitor and assess legal and regulatory developments impacting the company's litigation profile, with particular attention to Aerospace, defense, and high-risk jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the development of corporate policies and governance initiatives related to litigation, document retention, dispute resolution, and regulatory issues.
• Support and lead initiatives to use artificial intelligence and other technologies to enhance the efficiency, quality, and strategic capabilities of the legal team.
• Travel up to 25%

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from accredited university
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in litigation
• Member in good standing with the State Bar
• Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

Desired Characteristics:

• Significant experience handling complex commercial disputes, including contract disputes, trade secrets / intellectual property, and class actions.
• Demonstrated track record of managing high-stakes litigation and arbitration matters.
• Prior experience in Aerospace, defense, or other heavily regulated industries is highly valued.
• Sound professional judgment and ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented counsel to senior attorneys and executives.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work creatively and effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to navigate a large, complex organization and coordinate effectively with business leaders, finance, corporate affairs, and other internal stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, together with strong advocacy and negotiation skills.

The base pay range for this position is $180,000 to $241,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on June 4th 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

SPB1

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No