[Hiring] Technology Support Officer @HII's Mission Technologies division

Role Description

Huntington Ingalls Industries: Mission Technologies Division is currently seeking an Intellectual Property (IP) Technical Specialist to support our work with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Our ideal candidate is a subject matter expert with experience in:

• Computer architecture
• Artificial intelligence
• Machine learning
• Deep learning
• Computer vision
• Software engineering
• Other computer science and computer engineering fields

The Intellectual Property (IP) Technical Specialist will support the NGA Office of Research and Technology Applications (ORTA) and the Office of General Counsel (OGC) with:

• Patent assessments
• Preparation of patent applications related to inventions
• Drafting responses to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) actions

This position will be performed at NGA offices at either St Louis, MO, or Springfield, VA. Remote work capabilities are authorized on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications

• US TS/SCI security clearance is required at hire, therefore US citizenship is also required
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
• Demonstrated technical expertise in one or more of the following: computer architecture, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, software engineering, programming, etc.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance
• Demonstrated ability of superior writing and analytical skills
• Knowledge of the Patent Laws, Manual of Patent Examining Procedure and USPTO regulations
• 5 years experience related to job responsibilities listed above with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience

Requirements

• Conducts patent searches to assess the novelty and patentability of computer architecture, artificial intelligence, and other computer science and computer engineering inventions
• Conducts interviews with inventors to capture all required aspects of technologies submitted for the ORTA to make patenting recommendations
• Collaborate with inventors and OGC to develop patent prosecution strategy
• Works closely with OGC to prepare patent applications, including drafting specifications, drawings, and claims, and ensures technical accuracy of the subject matter in the patent applications
• Provides technical and legal research and analysis to assist OGC in support of NGA submissions pending before the USPTO
• Assists OGC with preparing responses to USPTO actions and docket management
• Ensures procedures are in place to classify and maintain records
• Interprets and enforces all documentation formatting, standards, policies, and operating procedure requirements

Benefits

• Competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• Financial planning tools
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions