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Textron Intellectual Property Specialist in Wichita, Kansas
Intellectual Property Specialist
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
We are hiring immediately for anIntellectual Property Specialist
What you will be doing in this role:
You can expect to play a key role in our Intellectual Property (IP) program, managing patent and trademark processes, enforcing IP rights, and overseeing licensing. Collaborate with various teams to boost IP awareness and training, while shaping policies as a trademark specialist to safeguard our IP assets. You’ll also engage closely with engineers and gain exposure to advanced design and new product development teams.
Your responsibilities may include:
Develop and oversee IP strategies to protect company innovations, brands, data, and intellectual property assets while assessing the program effectiveness.
Ensure the ability to operate freely by engaging with engineering teams to safeguard innovations and review competitor patents.
Oversee external IP counsel for quality, cost-efficient service.
Assist the Supply Chain organization in negotiating intellectual property terms with suppliers.
Partner with various departments and Textron innovations to drive IP monetization and licensing revenue.
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- These duties are not encompassing of all job duties** .
Qualifications
What you need to be successful:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required
Curiosity or experience about product design and development
Knowledge of Intellectual Property concepts (patents, trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights)
Experience interacting and communicating with legal counsel
Why join us?
Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.
401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
Relocation assistance if applicable
Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
Free financial consultations and guidance
Access to 14 Employee Resource Groups
And so much more
At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.
Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our diverse perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. Whether you’re in the military community, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, you could be our next great fit!
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Legal
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 03/29/2024, 4:06:00 PM
Job Number: 322471