Overview
Aviation Principal Counsel – Texas State License (4 Texas Locations- Greenville, Plano, Rockwall County, Waco) Jobs in Plano, TX at Pacific Technical Resources
Title: Aviation Principal Counsel – Texas State License (4 Texas Locations- Greenville, Plano, Rockwall County, Waco)
Company: Pacific Technical Resources
Location: Plano, TX
Principal Counsel (Aviation / ISR Sector)
Location: Greenville, TX / Plano, TX / Rockwall County, TX / Waco, TX
Schedule: 1st Shift (9/80)
Salary: $190,000 – $200,000 + relocation available
Overview
An industry-leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a seasoned Principal Counsel to support its Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) sector. This is a highly visible role partnering with senior leadership to provide strategic legal guidance across a growing, international business.
This position is ideal for a proactive, business-minded attorney who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments and can operate as a trusted advisor to both legal and operational teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as a strategic legal partner to leadership, advising on business initiatives and risk management
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation strategies
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including commercial, government, and aviation-related contracts
• Support complex transactional matters, including aircraft purchasing and MRO agreements
• Conduct legal research and develop strategies on multifaceted legal and regulatory issues
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and international regulations
• Collaborate with supply chain and subcontract teams to ensure proper risk flow-down
• Interface with customer counterparts on sensitive or complex legal matters
• Monitor and resolve day-to-day legal issues while staying current on evolving laws and regulations
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Texas
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• 10–15 years of relevant legal experience
• Strong background in contracts, including aircraft purchasing and MRO agreements
Preferred Experience
• Government contracts within the DoD environment (U.S. and international)
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, or defense programs
• Demonstrated strength in negotiation and dispute resolution
• High ethical standards and experience working in compliance-driven environments
Additional Details
• Travel: Occasional
• Management: Individual contributor role
• Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
To Apply
If qualified and interested, please send your resume ASAP to Clara at:
