Legal Operations Associate

About Forterra At Forterra, we are unleashing autonomy at scale to transform the battlefield. Our mission is to build the foundational platforms that enable an intelligent ecosystem to coordinate, adapt, and execute with speed and precision even in the uncertainty and disruption of modern conflict. In an era marked by rapid technological change and evolving threats, we design for flexibility, survivability, and operational dominance. Forterra delivers weapons, sensors, and battlefield effects through integrated autonomous networks reaching operational areas faster, safer, and without placing human lives at risk. Our systems operate with distributed control, dynamic routing, and real-time responsiveness, enabling sustained advantage across complex mission environments. About the role Forterra is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Legal Operations Associate / Paralegal (non-lawyer position) to join our dynamic and fast-paced legal team. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in legal support, contract negotiation, corporate administrative matters, and legal operations. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in an energetic and rapidly evolving environment. What you'll do Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate and manage non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, supply contracts, and other critical legal documents . Cap Table Management and Other Corporate Administrative Items: Oversee corporate administrative tasks, including maintaining the company’s cap table, as well as documenting and maintaining records related to Board meetings . Legal Operations: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance legal operations and implement process improvements . Leverage project management skills to support team initiatives and drive operational efficiency . Documentation and Compliance: Prepare, review, and organize legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations . Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all corporate and legal materials . Team Collaboration: Triage and provide frontline support for requests from the Company to the Legal Department Work closely with attorneys, executives, and other stakeholders to provide comprehensive legal support and guidance. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a legal-related field Paralegal certificate Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a paralegal-type role Must have in-house corporate job experience Demonstrated experience in negotiating agreements and managing contracts Experience with cap table management (preferably in CARTA) Preferred Qualifications Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance . A combination of both law firm and in-house experience, preferably in defense Interest in defense or national security US Salary Range $80,000 - $130,000 Location On-Site in Arlington, VA The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including: Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents. Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December. Competitive paid time off (PTO) offeri ... (truncated, view full listing at source)