Communications Manager
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Louisville
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description What's it like to work with a company protecting
what really matters? Remarkable. We're looking for a highly skilled
media relations professional who is seeking an exciting opportunity
to tell the story behind the combat systems we build for the U.S.
Armed Forces and our international customers, and of the men and
women at BAE Systems who build them. We're looking for someone with
proven ability in developing and maintaining relationships with the
media, excellent storytelling, helping in the development of
overall media and campaign strategies, and the use of digital and
social media to reach a broad audience. In this Communications
Manager role, you will help support our program teams and key
executive leadership-level stakeholders on meeting business
objectives through messaging, marketing, branding, tradeshows, and
internal communications.Primary Roles & Responsibilities:
- Support, develop, and oversee media strategies for some of the
most iconic, mission capable combat systems in the world.
- Maintain relationships with, and serve as a primary business
contact to, the news media while training and preparing leaders for
media engagements.
- Help develop and execute communications plans in support of
strategic business goals.
- Develop and deliver communications assets including video
scripts, marketing materials, and digital content.
- Partner with key stakeholders to build and execute strategic
communications campaigns for program pursuits.
- Offer guidance by providing strategic direction and partner
with leadership at all levels on appropriate external and internal
communications strategies, tactics and execution to support the
success of the business.
- Lead responses during times of change - including crisis
communications - and apply lessons learned following
execution.
- Use innovative approaches to tell the stories of our employees,
our community, our customers, and our values.
- Develop and lead cross-functional working groups with
inspiration and ingenuity.
- Serve as leadership's go-to for crisis communications and
timely projects.
- Connect with employees and serve as their voice in the room
during business discussions.Required Education, Experience, &
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline such as
Communications, Journalism, or English with six (6) years of
relevant experience;
- Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communications
skills;
- Experience building collaborative relationships with diverse
and geographically dispersed teams and stakeholders;
- Proven ability to support media relations via prior experience
in supporting either campaign strategy, digital/social media, or
marketing at the local, specialized trade, and/or national
level;
- Knowledge of AP Style and corporate journalism;
- Experience supporting internal communications;
- This hybrid-friendly position requires the ability to support
2-3 days a week at either the Louisville, Kentucky site, or
alternatively, the Minneapolis, Minnesota site;
- Travel of up to 10% required to support at industry trade
shows, events, and meetings.Preferred Education, Experience, &
Skills
- A background in an automotive, technical, or manufacturing
environment especially helpful for technical writing needs.
- While this position doesn't have direct reports, prior
leadership experience a plus.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range:
$87700 - $149100Please note: This range is based on our market pay
structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a
variety of factors including, but not limited to: business
considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as
well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and
experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our
employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and
financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours
per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health
savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and
life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance
program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on
things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs
include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of
leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any
applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate
in the company recognition program to receive monetary or
non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available
based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems
Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of
BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security
company which delivers a full range of products and services for
air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics,
security, information technology solutions and customer support
services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious
mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means
using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending
national security with breakthrough technology, superior products,
and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology
and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills
on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems,
you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.The
Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does
the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile
launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our
employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They
are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect
the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think
P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will
too.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:At BAE
Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture
where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are
conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected
at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the
full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being
their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide
impactful professional development experiences to our employees and
invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and
drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant
opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally
designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.BAE
Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national
origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected
class.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Covington , Communications Manager, Executive , Louisville, Kentucky
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Loading more jobs...