About the position
Axiom is transforming the legal services landscape by delivering innovative solutions ranging from individual secondees to fully integrated project teams that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. Join our innovative talent community and help drive impactful legal solutions to complex problems in various industries. Job Description: We are seeking an Aerospace IP Counsel with expertise in intellectual property, corporate law, and transactional matters within the aerospace, aviation, and manufacturing industries. This role is ideal for a mid- to senior-level attorney with a strong background in patent and trademark management, IP strategy, and technology-driven product development.
Responsibilities
• Advise aerospace and aviation clients on global IP strategy, portfolio management, and enforcement.
• Guide products through all phases of the development cycle, identifying IP assets and implementing protection strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial, technology, and licensing agreements for multinational corporations.
• Support regulatory compliance, due diligence, and cross-functional business initiatives, including sourcing, logistics, and financial services.
• Lead education and training initiatives on IP, patents, and trademarks for engineers, scientists, and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and product teams to align IP strategy with innovation goals.
Requirements
• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent and active U.S. bar membership in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience in intellectual property and corporate law, ideally with aerospace, aviation, or technology industry experience.
• Proven experience managing global IP portfolios, including patents, trademarks, and licensing agreements.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and client-facing skills, capable of advising legal and business stakeholders.
• Tech-savvy and adaptable, experienced with IP management systems and modern legal technology tools.
Nice-to-haves
• Prior in-house or secondment experience within aerospace, aviation, or high-tech manufacturing companies.
• Knowledge of patent-trademark overlap, IP licensing, and enforcement strategies.
• Ability to scale time commitment based on project needs (part-time ramping to full-time potential).
Benefits
• This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $130,000, and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401k, and more.
• Axiomites also get access to professional development tools and resources and learning and development programs.
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