2+ years collaborating with senior executives in the semiconductor sector
1+ year of experience with governmental regulation in the semiconductor field
Advanced degrees preferred (JD, MBA, or similar)
Responsibilities
Develop and manage SpaceX's IP portfolio in semiconductor manufacturing
Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate competitive IP assets
Partner with legal counsel to secure IP rights for manufacturing processes
Analyze costs and risks of IP for various strategies and advise leadership
Prepare and maintain IP contract forms and clauses
Create training materials for IP strategy in future processes
Negotiate with vendors for purchase or licensing of IP
Lead negotiations for complex technical agreements and joint developments
Benefits
Work with cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry
Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment
Engage directly with senior leadership and engineering teams
Be part of a company known for innovation and excellence
Access to intellectual property strategy development resources
Full Job Description
SR. GLOBAL SUPPLY MANAGER, SEMICONDUCTOR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for development and management of SpaceX's intellectual property (IP) portfolio (patents, trademarks, trade secrets around business products and technologies in support of the business strategy) as it pertains to semiconductor manufacturing
Work closely with engineering teams to identify and assess competitive patent, trademark and trade secret assets, and impact on desired business outcomes
Work closely with SpaceX legal counsel to ensure proper IP rights are acquired for specific manufacturing processes
Assess cost and risk of IP for various manufacturing strategies and advise leadership on the strategies that should be pursued and avoided
Prepare and maintain applicable IP contract forms and/or clauses
Create playbooks and training materials for IP strategy development on future manufacturing processes
Engage and negotiate directly with vendors for purchase or license of IP
Develop and negotiate complex technical transactions, including development and supply agreements for equipment and joint development
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
2+ years of experience in manufacturing
3+ years of experience in semiconductor industry
2+ years of experience working with senior executives of semiconductor industry
1+ years of governmental regulation as it relates to the semiconductor industry
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited program
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent master's degree
Experience with varied and complex intellectual property matters
Excellent academic record at a top-tier law school
Significant knowledge of and experience with establishing and managing global intellectual property programs
Familiarity with technology and the ability to interact with highly technical engineers
Experience structuring and leading negotiation of intellectual property transactions in various technology areas ranging from physical goods to software licenses, and exposure to prosecuting and enforcing various IP rights
A team player with the ability to proactively identify problems, drive projects, make complex cost/benefit assessments, and identify pragmatic/creative legal and business solutions
Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively and to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced, challenging environment
A quick and flexible learner, who is intellectually curious
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time
This position is based in Bastrop, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
About SpaceX
SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
