Senior Advisor, Intellectual Property

Summary The position of Senior Advisor, Intellectual Property reports to the Principal Director, Defense Pricing, Contracting, and Acquisition Policy. The Senior Advisor, Intellectual Property is responsible for the policy of Intellectual Property across the Department of War. Duties Major duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the developing, refining and interpreting policy and implementation of acquisition and licensing of Intellectual Property (IP) across the Department of War, working closely with the other Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) and Component staff, senior DoW leadership to advise on the execution of IP laws, regulations and polices to include implementation across the DoW enterprise, as directed in section 2322 of title 10 U.S. Code. Formulates and oversees the development, review, and implementation of IP laws, regulations, and policies. Supports Program Managers to develop program IP strategies, leading customer engagement activities, communication with acquisition and sustainment professionals throughout the Department and the Defense Industrial Base, legal counsel, and staff at collaborating organizations and companies. Oversees the development of technical advice in the areas of IP, which includes system architecture (e.g. open architecture, etc.) IP re-use, data repositories, COTS, business process re-engineering, as well as analysis and assessment of the impact of congressional legislation impacting business transformation and the acquisition process. Leads preparation and review of correspondence and requests concerning assigned programs and activities directed to the Secretary of War, the Under Secretary of War (Acquisition and Sustainment), the Assistant Secretary of War (Acquisition) and the Principal Director, Defense Pricing, Contracting, and Acquisition Policy. Directs studies and analyses as required to support Congressional and other stakeholder requirements and to enhance the performance of aforementioned duties. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required. In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI). Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 03/26/2026 The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration). This is a Critical Acquisition Position. This position requires a Program Management, Advanced, acquisition certification. The incumbent has 48 months to achieve this certification." Selectee must execute, as a condition of appointment, a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such an agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment. Qualifications To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: TQ 1: Demonstrated expert knowledge of, and extensive experience in, system acquisition and/or program management. TQ 2: Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the development of requirements for upgrade and sustainment and licensing of Intellectual Property and technical data rights preferably within both the Federal Government and industry; including delivery requirements, structuring, drafting, revising, and negotiating a wide variety of agreements related to intellectual property and technology including software and intellectual property license agreements, research and development agreements, and strategic alliance agreements. Time in grade is not required for Senior Level (SL) position. All qualifications and education (if applicable) must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Additional information Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 03/26/2026 If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application. Please view the following link for information on how to obtain an alternative application: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?%20title=Alternate_Application_Information ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD-214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. The service member's military service dates are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the definition of "veteran" under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The "certification" must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD-214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with their initial application will be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave. Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements: https://www.usajobs.gov//working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ Other Special Appointment Authorities https://www.usajobs.gov/ Interchange Agreements https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=Types-of-Appointments Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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