Patent Administrator

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing is seeking a Patent Administrator to support implementation of strategic goals for protecting intellectual property.

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to analyze complex patent information and docketing issues while working independently on projects. This position reports to the IP Director, Military & Space, Boeing Intellectual Property (“BIP”) and may receive specific direction from the team’s IP Professionals. This position is available in one of the following locations: Tukwila, WA; Seal Beach, CA; or Hazelwood, MO.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patent application filing and prosecution with outside counsel, including by preparing and providing new invention disclosure packages and formal documents

• Accurately docket and handle all data related to the worldwide patent portfolio, including detailed maintenance of organized electronic files

• Regularly review docket activity to supervise case progress, ensure compliance with Patent Office requirements, and identify emerging issues

• Support IP Professionals with all administrative aspects of patent portfolio management (e.g., conduct weekly routine meetings to plan upcoming filings and review deadlines)

• Draft and review correspondence with Patent Offices and outside counsel

• Determine inventor eligibility for internal incentive awards

• Partner and build strong teaming relationships with outside counsel, third-party vendors, internal cross-functional teams, and Boeing's IP team members at all levels

• Conduct research in Patent Center, PAIR, European Patent Register (EPO), and other patent- and IP-related databases

• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and implementing internal process changes and supporting BIP projects as needed

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of patent rules and regulations

• Supporting additional BIP projects and responsibilities as opportunities become available, including first line review of IP documents

This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options.  This could potentially change in the future to require additional work onsite. The expectation of this role is 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience in patent docketing

• Experience with US and foreign patent prosecution

• Experience working with an IP management system, preferably Memotech

• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Experience in collaborating and working across teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher

• Strong interpersonal skills as well as excellent written and oral communication skills

• Skilled at managing multiple tasks simultaneously and optimally

• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Prior experience as a paralegal or performing paralegal duties is a plus

• Project management skills

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $96,900-$140,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 17, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.