Intellectual Property (IP) Manager at General Dynamics - Spider Only – Nepean, Ontario

Location: 1941 Robertson Rd, Nepean, ON K2H 5B7, Canada

Employment Type: Fulltime-Regular

Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.

If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Intellectual Property (IP) Manager to lead the management and protection of our intellectual property portfolio across Canada and the UK. In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of technology, innovation, and strategy by helping safeguard the ideas and solutions that drive our success in the defence and aerospace industry. Partnering with engineering, legal, and business teams, you’ll ensure that IP is effectively maintained, leveraged, and aligned with business and program objectives. You’ll be responsible for identifying, managing, and protecting the company’s IP assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. A key focus will be creating and refining tools and processes to track and manage IP assets across various information enclaves, including secure information environments, enhancing the existing management of licensing and data rights.

As part of the Commercial Services team, you’ll also contribute to initiatives that enhance commercial strategy and governance. This is a great opportunity for an IP professional who thrives in a technically complex environment and wants to make an impact on programs that shape defence and aerospace innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Patent Management

• Assist Legal with maintenance, and documentation of patents in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and internal business practice.
• Track the status of IP assets and provide regular reports on portfolio performance to senior leadership.
• Manage the licensing of IP to third parties and support the commercialization of IP assets.
• Participate as a key member of proposal or program teams to address IP requirements.

Advice and Collaboration

• Collaborate with legal teams, inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective IP management and protection.
• Provide expert advice on IP matters, drawing on current knowledge of IP laws and regulations.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding IP issues.
• Work with Program Managers to identify, categorize, and safeguard IP generated through projects and innovation activities.

Strategy and Valuation

• Develop and implement IP strategies that align with business priorities and drive long-term value.
• Identify potential IP assets and evaluate the commercial potential of new technologies.
• Support the legal team in defending against potential IP infringements.
• Lead efforts to create and maintain tools for tracking IP assets, monitoring compliance, and assessing commercial performance.
• Support the Senior Director, Commercial Services with commercial initiatives that integrate IP management and valuation frameworks.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree with preference for degree in Business, Commerce, Law or other related field
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant intellectual property experience
• Strong understanding and treatment of intellectual property in a Defence context, as well as a solid understanding of patent, trademark, and copyright law
• Knowledge of business principles, market trends, and the commercial value of IP
• Strong interpersonal and team effectiveness skills with the ability to work collaboratively on a multi-functional team
• Strong analytical and research abilities, including data gathering and report writing skills
• Delivery of clear, concise and professional communications
• Developed business acumen skills to understand impact of advice and actions in order to provide customer service to client groups and to support key business decision making

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

What We Offer
The hiring range for this position is $ 110,000-$138,000 CAD annual.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Relevant experience
• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

Benefits
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we prioritize work-life balance. As a fulltime regular/term employee, you can enjoy a supportive, friendly and respectful environment with a competitive total rewards package.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, from day one of employment at no cost to you.
  • Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA).
  • Emergency medical travel insurance.
  • 24/7 virtual health care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – counselling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning.
• Onsite fitness facilities & employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service.
  • Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.
  • Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one.
• Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation, holidays, vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options).
  • Sick leave and disability programs.
• Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources.
  • Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning.
  • Self-directed mentoring opportunities.
  • Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.
• Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, as well as services and activities.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • • Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees.
    • Employee social clubs and recreational activities.

Why join us?

• Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
• Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
• Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca.

Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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