Sr. Global Supply Manager, Semiconductor Intellectual Property

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. 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: 7+ years of procurement experience 5+ years of experience in Intellectual Property (IP) negotiations 5+ years of experience in manufacturing 5+ years of experience in 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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected] .

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