Patent & Intellectual Property Manager (m/f/d)
Patent & Intellectual Property Manager (m/f/d)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
The Mission
OroraTech is the leading provider of real-time wildfire intelligence from space. Using proprietary thermal infrared imaging and AI-powered analytics we enable governments emergency services and utilities to detect monitor and respond to wildfires faster and more effectively. Headquartered in Munich we are building a global constellation of nanosatellites equipped with AI-enhanced thermal cameras delivering automated wildfire detection severe weather alerts and a broad range of thermal applications. With a growing fleet of satellites in orbit and additional launches secured OroraTech continues to expand its technological capabilities and market reach worldwide.
Munich-based OroraTech is operating a constellation of nano-satellites with AI-powered thermal infrared cameras for automated wildfire detection severe weather warnings and many other applications as well as developing its own satellite platform for in-house and customer missions.
After the successful FOREST missions and the eight-satellite OTC-P1 launch in March 2025 were now building a second orbital plane including fully in-house satellites under ESAs Hellenic Fire-Satellite Program.
What youll be doing
Strategic IP Planning:Collaborate with R&D product and leadership teams to align patent strategy with business goals and future technology roadmaps.
Patent Filing:Draft coordinate and oversee patent applications.
Patent Portfolio Management:Oversee the companys existing patent portfolio trademark portfolio ensuring quality coverage and alignment with commercial and technical strategy.
Innovation Scouting:Proactively identify new potentially patentable inventions through deep engagement with engineering and product teams.
Inventor Enablement:Coach and support technical staff in identifying innovations and preparing invention disclosures.
Process & Culture Building:Develop internal processes and training to promote a strong innovation and IP culture.
Freedom to Operate (FTO):Conduct and coordinate FTO analyses to identify IP risks and ensure new products and technologies can be commercialized without infringing on third-party rights.
Relevant Skills
More than three years managing patent portfolios in tech aerospace Earth-observation AI-powered sensors or related deep-tech sectors.
Background in engineering with masters degree in e.g. Engineering Physics Computer Science or related field.
German Patentassessor qualification or comparable legal credential
Excellent communicator able to translate legal nuance into clear guidance for engineers and executives.
Project-management skills: prioritisation budgeting and deadline control.
Our Benefits
- Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOPVirtual Share Option Program)
- Company pension scheme (bAV Betriebliche Altersversorgung)
- Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24/7)
- Flexible working hours and home office option (including working from other countries)
- Corporate health benefit via Wellpass Subscription
- Free Deutschland ticket
- Discount on lunch meals
- Company bike via JobRad
- Modern office in Neue Balan with a wonderful pool and campus area
We Offer
At OroraTech you can expect a down to earth yet high-caliber work environment. You will become an integral part of OroraTech - a talented international open-minded team that is highly motivated to create impact. OroraTech gives you the opportunity to grow on a professional and personal level. Benefits include:
Be part of the solution to climate change.
Flexible home office policy (2-3 days/week)
Attractive office and modern labs in Munich (obviously including complementary snacks/drinks/coffee).
Flexible working time. Take care of your family Late sleeper Early riser We can make all of that happen.
A responsible position with individual autonomy and design freedom.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
