Patent Attorney (Mechanics) (m/f/d), Toulouse

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

Tasks

• Lead the drafting, filing, and prosecution of patent applications. Conduct inventor cross-examinations and provide expert advice on patentability.
• With the support and mentorship of a Senior Patent Attorney, manage a broad portfolio, ensuring geographical protection and invention prioritization match the competitive landscape.
• Prepare post-grant revocation actions and support moderate-risk IP litigation and pre-dispute work.
• With the support and mentorship of a Senior Patent Attorney, support the negotiation and drafting of IP-centric agreements.
• Protect the company from infringement risks by managing IP predispute matters and claims and collaborating with legal teams on specialized contractual clauses.
• Act as a focal point for internal functions (Engineering, Procurement, Programs), providing proactive, cost-effective advice and IP education.

Profile

• Certification: Minimum CEIPI qualification; full European Patent Attorney (EPA) qualification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an IP department (industry or law firm).
• Experience in an industrial environment or the Aerospace industry is highly desirable.
• Languages: Negotiation-level fluency in English is required.
• Ability to practice autonomously under EQE regulations. You are a self-starter who anticipates problems and proposes creative solutions to complex issues.
• Capable of working efficiently under pressure and meeting strict internal and external deadlines.
• Experience in managing outside counsel and leading IP training. Proven ability to handle IP matters/projects and build strong relationships with internal teams.
• Handles daily portfolio decisions with sound technical judgment and escalates critical risks effectively.