Job Description SummaryThe GE Aerospace Intellectual Property (IP) and Engineering Legal function plays a crucial role in supporting enterprise strategy, ensuring compliance, and managing risks. IP&E Legal Operations (IP&E Ops) deploys legal, organizational, logistical, technical, and financial acumen and expertise in support of the function’s mission. We seek a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team of IP&E Operations Specialists. In this role, you will apply specialized IP knowledge and skills to execute substantive IP and related operational matters, manage internal and external communications in support of the function, support strategy deployment, drive continuous improvement and develop and deliver training curricula. In addition, you may have significant responsibility for IP legal project management, designing and implementing systems that keep pace with the needs of the business, and deliver on priorities.

Job Description

You may be responsible for any combination of the following responsibilities:

IP Portfolio Administration

Administers and customizes the various docketing processes and reporting functions of the Company’s IP management system (currently, Anaqua®), and executes or tracks completion of portfolio management tasks assigned and overseen by IP attorneys and patent agentsTrains and provides guidance to others, including colleagues and other non-legal personnel within the enterprise, to facilitate the protection of the Company’s IP

IP Transactions and Dispute Management Support

Facilitates and supports drafting and execution of agreements relating to IP protection, licensing, and/or transfer to or from third partiesOperates organizational and program management processes and tools to facilitate the efficient oversight of IP dispute management & resolution by attorneys or non-legal Company leadership

Communications & Strategy

Drafts, reviews, and edits legal documents, presentations, and reports for clarity and accuracy, including to create impactful presentationsDevelops and deploys training solutions, content, and materials across the enterpriseCollaboratively develops and executes a comprehensive communication strategy and annual action plan under the guidance of IP&E Legal leaders

Analytics

Develops or utilizes means for extracting and analyzing datasets relevant to troubleshooting issues and deriving actionable insights for improvementImplements reporting tools and visual management to communicate function performance and KPIs

Project & Program Management

Collaborates with others to plan, coordinate, measure and manage execution of legal projects from inception to completion.Analyzes gaps in operating procedures to identify needs and opportunities for improvement, and develops and executes initiatives to implement those improvements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 3 years of successful work experience in a professional legal setting)Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the field of Intellectual PropertyDemonstrated understanding of the processes relating to procurement and maintenance of each common type of intellectual property, including patents, trade secrets and copyrights.Familiarity with best practices for docketing and protection of Intellectual Property rights, including use of patent docketing applications and systems. Experience and familiarity with the Anaqua® corporate IP management system is strongly preferredDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) tools, and an aptitude for learning other computer applicationsMust be a U.S. Person, as defined by U.S. statute and regulations

Desired Characteristics

Good knowledge of United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) forms, rules, filing processes and portals, and procedures, and at least a basic understanding of foreign patent prosecution proceduresProven organizational skills with extraordinary attention to detailEffective project management skills (able to contribute to and organize small projects), and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve project goalsStrong ability to explore and analyze datasets; independently collects and processes data to support decision-makingAbility to work independently and efficiently to interpret instructions, follow standard work, policies and procedures, and apply same to generate substantive work productStrong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills – able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writingSelf-starter, proactive problem solver, and team player – collaborative, and readily shares information with colleaguesAbility to work in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with multiple priorities and resource constraintsFlexible and willing to work towards meeting deadlines as circumstances require

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No