Associate Director, Intellectual Property Counsel (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-06-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Pratt & Whitney is transforming the future of flight—designing, building and servicing the most advanced aircraft engines the world has ever seen. We are seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to join a tight-knit team that works alongside our world-class engineers, scientists, and program leaders to protect and use our leading-edge technology to propel P&W forward.

**This role is a hybrid work opportunity at our East Hartford, Connecticut location.

As Associate Director, Intellectual Property Counsel, you will support our P&W's growing, global aerospace business. You will work closely with peers across legal, business and technical teams to develop and execute intellectual property strategies and support the business bringing our innovative technology to market. You will need to take a visible role, connect and work effectively with those peers, and win their confidence. You must be integral to the cross-disciplinary team while providing effective legal advice and counsel.

The business is dynamic, complex, and fast-paced. The position demands legal acumen, business focus and impeccable integrity.  

You will report directly to the Vice President, Chief Intellectual Property Counsel for P&W. Occasional business travel (domestic and international) may be required.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with clients in developing and executing intellectual property strategies for key technologies and programs.
• Negotiating and advising regarding an array of transactions with customers, suppliers, partners and license counterparties, and supporting mergers and acquisitions.
• Overseeing and managing patent preparation and prosecution.
• Monitoring, assessing and mitigating risk regarding third-party patents and applications
• Counseling, dispute resolution, and representing the company in disputes involving intellectual property in both administrative and other settings.
• Driving IP engagement within the business

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and undergraduate degree in engineering or technical field, and 10+ years of professional experience – including 5+ years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Currently admitted and in good standing with at least one state bar.
• Currently admitted or eligible for U.S. Patent bar.
• Eligible for a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical, aerospace, materials or comparable engineering or technical discipline. 
• Engineering experience within the same fields.
• IP litigation and transactional experience.
• USG contracts IP.
• Effective written and verbal communication on complex issues.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent judgment and professional maturity.
• Able to adapt to dynamic, complex and fast-paced environments.

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What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite