Patent Jobs in Zürich, ZH

About the role

Imagine this. You are sitting at the intersection of breakthrough aerospace engineering and intellectual property strategy, helping transform cutting-edge ideas into protected innovations that shape the future of autonomous flight. As a Patent Engineer at Destinus, you will work directly with engineers, inventors, and patent attorneys to identify novel technologies, secure intellectual property, and strengthen the company’s technological advantage in one of the most advanced industries on the planet.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

This is not a traditional desk-bound IP role. You will be embedded within fast-moving engineering teams, actively participating in technical discussions, identifying protectable innovations, and helping turn complex technologies into strategic intellectual property assets that support our global growth.

What You´ll Do

• Execute and support the company’s intellectual property strategy across multiple engineering domains
• Act as the key link between engineering teams and external patent attorneys, ensuring technical concepts are accurately translated into strong patent applications
• Work closely with inventors to draft patent disclosures and conduct prior art searches
• Participate in engineering reviews and technical discussions to identify novel and protectable innovations
• Analyze emerging technologies and industry developments to monitor potential patent infringements and competitive IP activity
• Help build and maintain a strong global patent portfolio aligned with Destinus' technological roadmap
• Collaborate across international teams and travel between sites when needed to support innovation and IP development activities

What You’ll Need

• Relevant experience as a Patent Engineer or in a similar intellectual property focused technical role
• University degree in a scientific or engineering discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Computer Science, or related fields
• Strong understanding of patent drafting processes, prior art analysis, and intellectual property strategy
• Ability to understand complex technical concepts and communicate them clearly to both technical and legal stakeholders
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills in English
• Hands-on mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and highly collaborative engineering environment
• Willingness to travel internationally between Destinus locations when required

Who You Are

You are naturally curious and energized by breakthrough technologies and innovation. You enjoy working closely with engineers, diving deep into complex technical concepts, and transforming ideas into strategic intellectual property assets. You thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities evolve quickly and collaboration happens across multiple disciplines and international teams. When others see complexity, you see opportunity. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing technical depth with strategic thinking. Most importantly, you take ownership, communicate clearly, and are motivated by the idea of protecting technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense.