Patent Agent needed for Washington, DC office

Max 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Patent Agent with a background in aerospace engineering and engine technology. The ideal candidate should be a registered patent agent with examining experience at the . PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting. Holding undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science is required. Strong preference will be given to candidates with previous experience as a patent examiner, and industry experience is considered a plus. The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and sharp analytical ability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct patentability searches and prepare opinions.
• Assist in managing patent portfolios and advising on intellectual property strategy.
• Engage in correspondence with the . PTO and foreign patent offices.
• Provide technical expertise in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Stay current on changes in patent laws and regulations.
• Support patent litigation efforts with technical analysis.

Requirements:

• Background in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Registered patent agent with examining experience at the . PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting.
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.

Education:

Bachelors or advanced degree in relevant engineering or computer science field.

Certifications:

Registered patent agent.

Skills:

• Strong technical expertise in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing skills.
• Sharp analytical ability.
• Previous experience as a patent examiner (strongly preferred).
• Industry experience (a plus).

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