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Sr. Commercial Counsel

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Supernal

Supernal

501-1,000 employees

Develops electric vertical takeoff aircraft

Hardware

Compensation Overview

$220.9k - $282.2kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

Fremont, CA, USA

Category
Legal
Intellectual Property (IP)
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Law degree (JD) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association required
  • Active member of the State Bar of California, or qualified to practice in California as a Registered In-House Counsel
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a commercial transactions attorney, preferably in-house with one or more technology companies
  • Thorough understanding of intellectual property rights, ownership, and licensing in the context of commercial contracts
  • Thorough understanding of Uniform Commercial Code Article 2 and common law contracts principles
  • Experience drafting, negotiating, and finalizing different types of agreements, including joint development contracts
  • Experience supporting active research and development programs in the aerospace, transportation, or technology industry
  • Experience working with cloud-based contract management systems
  • High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and accountability, with particular emphasis on team building and inclusion
  • Excellent communication skills, including proactive delivery of communication and follow-up
Responsibilities
  • Provide subject matter expertise and advice to the company’s business units on contractual risk mitigation and intellectual property protection to support the needs of individual business units
  • Handle drafting, review, and negotiation of all types of company contracts, while developing relationships of trust with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Fashion practical business solutions to complex legal situations, applying negotiation skills as appropriate
  • Problem-solve creatively to help the business achieve its objectives while managing and mitigating risk
  • Distill and articulate sophisticated legal concepts into concise and plain language that business partners can both understand and readily act upon
  • Draft and revise contracts with succinct, plain language
  • Negotiate effectively both with internal and external individuals
  • Independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
  • Have attention to detail and form, with excellent organizational skills
  • Extreme flexibility, highly organized, and ability to shift priorities easily
  • Other duties as assigned

Supernal focuses on transforming urban transportation through the development of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) vehicles. These electric aircraft are designed to take off and land vertically, providing a zero-carbon and efficient transportation option for cities. Supernal targets urban planners, city governments, and private transportation companies, offering solutions to reduce ground traffic congestion and carbon emissions. Their business model includes the development, production, and operation of eVTOLs, generating revenue through sales, leasing, and support services like maintenance and fleet management. Based in Irvine, California, Supernal emphasizes safety and customer needs, with their eVTOL model, the S-A2, featuring eight tilting rotors to address engineering challenges. The company aims to set a high standard for advanced air mobility, believing that collaboration and community involvement are key to the success of this transportation solution.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Supernal's debut of the S-A2 at the Farnborough International Airshow positions it as a frontrunner in the AAM market.
  • Strategic partnerships with organizations like the World Economic Forum and Embry-Riddle enhance Supernal's credibility and industry influence.
  • The appointment of David McBride as CTO brings extensive aerospace expertise, potentially accelerating the development and certification of their eVTOL vehicles.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the AAM sector, with players like Lilium making significant strides, could impact Supernal's market share.
  • The ambitious goal of launching commercial flights by 2028 may face regulatory and technological hurdles, delaying market entry.

What makes Supernal unique

  • Supernal's collaboration with Hyundai Motor Group leverages automotive design expertise to create a unique eVTOL vehicle, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The S-A2's eight tilting rotors solve multiple engineering challenges, offering a state-of-the-art solution in the AAM industry.
  • Supernal's strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and seamless integration into existing urban infrastructure provides a comprehensive approach to urban air mobility.