IP Specialist Sr

Textron•Augusta, GA

About The Position

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
5+ years of experience required.
Microsoft suite experience required.
Up to 10-15% of occasional travel—must be able to travel independently.
Demonstrated Proficiency in AI-Enhanced Patent Analysis and Prior Art Evaluation

Nice To Haves

Anaqua and IP Rally (or similar software) experience strongly preferred
Licensed US Patent Agent Preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced patent and trademark searches, including freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses.
Monitor competitor intellectual property activity and industry trends to identify risks and opportunities.
Collaborate with the IP attorney to develop and execute strategies for expanding and strengthening the IP portfolio.
Oversee the patent applications and Office Action responses by outside counsel with minimal oversight.
Coordinate with inventors and technical teams to capture innovations and prepare invention disclosures.
Maintain patent marking websites and ensure ongoing legal compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate complex license agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other IP-related contracts.
Support the IP attorney and outside counsel in intellectual property litigation, including evidence gathering and technical analysis.
Implement and continuously improve internal IP processes, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal standards.
Advise and train business on IP strategy, risk assessment, IP management database, and portfolio development.