Description: You will be the Communications Manager for the Air Dominance and Strike Weapons (ADSW) line of business. Our team is responsible for creating and executing integrated communications strategies that drive business results and support the success of the ADSW team.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Communications Manager, you will lead a team of communications professionals in developing and implementing innovative communications solutions that align with MFC and business goals. You will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, including the Vice President and General Manager of ADSW, and provide key communications counsel to drive business success.
Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Leading and developing integrated communications strategies to support ADSW business needs
• Building and leading a high-performing communications team that serves as trusted advisors and partners
• Highlighting the people and program performance of the ADSW team through innovative storytelling and content development
• Providing executive support and communications counsel to senior leaders
• Preparing business leaders for internal and external communications engagements
• Translating enterprise communications for the unique needs of the ADSW workforce
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support tradeshows, spaneting, community relations, employee communications, and media relations
This role must be based in Orlando, Florida. The selected candidate will be required onsite according to business needs.
Why Join Us
Were looking for a collaborative and strategic Communications Manager to join our team. If youre a creative and innovative thinker who is passionate about storytelling and communications, we want to hear from you. As a Communications Manager on our team, youll have the opportunity to work on high-visibility projects, advise senior leaders, and make a real impact on the success of our business. Our team values diversity, inclusion, and creativity, and were committed to providing a dynamic and supportive work environment. If youre looking for a challenging and rewarding role that will take your career to the next level, apply today!
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret Clearance
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
Experience in communications, public relations, spaneting.
Exceptional communications skills with strong writing and editing ability.
Experience in supporting and providing trusted council to senior executives; leading and developing integrated strategic communications efforts across internal and external channels.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
Possesses strong strategic communications instincts, and multi-platform media skills.
Understanding of corporate communications measurement, and how to use results to drive future strategies.
Desired Skills:
Experience advising and counseling executives and senior leaders.
Experience developing and executing communications campaigns aligned with business captures and pursuits.
Experience with integrated communications planning.
Crisis communications experience.
Excellent writing skills with experience in AP Style.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple complex communications challenges involving multiple stakeholders, functions and customers.
Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Demonstrated creative and critical thinking and innovative storytelling.
Knowledge of domestic and international aerospace and defense industries and Lockheed Martin products and business practices desirable but not required.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Public Relations
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Experience advising and counseling executives and senior leaders.
Experience developing and executing communications campaigns aligned with business captures and pursuits.
Experience with integrated communications planning.
Crisis communications experience.
Excellent writing skills with experience in AP Style.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple complex communications challenges involving multiple stakeholders, functions and customers.
Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Demonstrated creative and critical thinking and innovative storytelling.
Knowledge of domestic and international aerospace and defense industries and Lockheed Martin products and business practices desirable but not required.