Executive Communications Staff

Lockheed Martin •

Grand Prairie, Texas, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

Description:We’re looking for an experienced and motivated communications professional to craft strategic executive communications as part of the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) Communications team. Reporting to the Vice President of MFC communications, the person in this role will lead, develop and execute an integrated executive communications engagement plan that drives business outcomes and positions the MFC President as a global industry thought leader.

What You Will Be Doing

Prepare speeches, talking points, and readaheads for internal and external engagements.
Develop presentations, webcasts, and town halls to effectively communicate key messages.
Write articles, memos, and correspondence to various stakeholders.
Create video scripts and social media posts to engage with a broader audience.
Serve as an experienced executive communicator, advisor, and project manager.
Develop meaningful relationships with stakeholders and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and a driven self-starter attitude.
Leads development and execution of strategic communications plans to support business objectives and executive thought leadership.
Creates and executes internal and external communications plans to ensure timely, impactful, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Collaborates with MFC and LM communications teams for seamless integration and execution of executive communications.
Demonstrates excellent project management skills to execute multiple communications engagements concurrently.
Establishes and enforces standards for quality, consistency, credibility, and effectiveness in executive communications.
Partners with broader MFC and Lockheed Martin teams on enterprise communications to align with overall business objectives.

For a level 4, we typically look for a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree, or equivalent experience/combined education.

Why Join us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

For this onsite role, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & 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 & Inclusion.
Basic Qualifications:

Exceptional executive writing, speechwriting and editing skills, including the use of AP Style.

Experience creating and implementing communications plans.

Ability to build both strategic and tactical plans that drive perceptions, deliver key messages and get results.

Familiarity with a wide variety of communication channels, techniques and emerging technologies, with a natural curiosity that leads to continuous improvement.

Proven exceptional strategic, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.

Ability to work well under pressure and remain focused and professional while working with employees and customers at all levels in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Proven team leadership skills with a special emphasis on growth and development for team members.

Due to the nature of the position, ability to occasionally work on off-Fridays, weekends, and holidays; travel required.
Desired Skills:

Bachelors degree in communications and/or customer engagement with proven leadership in Communications, Public Relations and/or degree in one of the following or related disciplines: Marketing, Journalism, English or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment spaneting communications.

Attention to detail, adaptability, and a sense of urgency.

Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

A self-starter who can be depended upon to ensure the accuracy and quality of content with minimal day-to-day supervision.

Ability to multitask, adapt and work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well under pressure with employees at all levels.

Proven strong strategic communications mindset with experience delivering business results and success measures.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including executive management.

Comfortable providing coaching, new ideas, sensitive feedback and real-world lessons learned to leaders at all levels.

Demonstrated executive presence.

Working knowledge of the defense/aerospace industry or diversified industrials sector
Clearance Level: None
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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