EngineeringHybrid
Patent Examiner (Mechanical Engineering) Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeAlexandria, VA
$68,539–121,919/yr
Posted Oct 5, 2026 · Apply by Oct 25, 2026
What you’d do
Review and examine mechanical engineering patent applications to decide whether inventions qualify for intellectual property protection, supporting the USPTO's examination process. Found on USAJOBS on Oct 6, 2026. Apply through the official announcement.
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