IP Specialist

IP 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

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist in managing intellectual property program for the Company including patent prosecution, trademark management, trade secret protection, enforcement of intellectual property rights, intellectual property licensing, and development and execution of intellectual property strategies. Work with multiple business unit groups on raising general intellectual property awareness, training and identifying protectable intellectual property. Additionally, will work closely with business unit management to establish and maintain appropriate policies and procedures with respect to the development and protection of the company’s intellectual property assets. Applicants to this position should expect to work very closely with engineers across the Company and will get significant exposure our advanced design and new product development teams and programs. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in leading development and implementation of strategies, policies, procedures, and practices to appropriately protect Company innovations, brands, data, and other intellectual property assets.
• Serve as a member of Company Intellectual Property Review Team to review IP program implementation and effectiveness and determine IP protection actions.
• Work closely with engineering organizations to proactively identify protectable innovations and maintain freedom to practice by screening competitor patents.
• Critically supervise and manage outside intellectual property counsel to ensure high-quality, cost-effective service.
• Support Supply Chain organization with negotiation of intellectual property terms with suppliers.
• Identify IP monetization opportunities and work with functional areas and Textron Innovations to maximize IP licensing revenue.
• Assist in trademark portfolio management including new trademark filing decisions, trademark renewal decisions, and portfolio enforcement.
• Serve as one of the Company’s representatives on Textron Intellectual Property Council to identify and share IP best practices.
• Develop and deliver training on intellectual property matters for management and functional areas to expand IP understanding and awareness.
• Provide IP support to all attorneys, for their respective functions.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering or other technical field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical knowledge of Textron Aviation products and engineering practices as well as a strong grasp on aviation fundamentals.
• Familiarity with product design and failure analysis methods.
• Knowledge of Intellectual Property concepts and associated laws, including patents, trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights preferred.
• Knowledge of Intellectual Property application filings, Patent Application submission processes and Patent Invention Disclosures preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a very fast paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate presentations, training and technical discussions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), 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: 10/24/2025, 3:47:16 PM

Job Number: 337270