Director of Public Relations - Defense

USA (Remote)

$145K/yr – $165K/yrDirector/Executive8+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own defense and frontier tech PR at executive level, shaping strategy, high stakes announcements, and media relations for dual-use tech with DoW and government audiences.

  • Senior executive counsel on messaging and positioning across defense and tech customers
  • Drive strategy for funding wins, contracts, and product launches with cross-team leadership
  • cultivate top-tier media and speaking opportunities across defense, policy, and technology outlets

Job Description

Own senior-level defense and frontier tech PR, shaping strategy and messaging for C-suite and founding teams across security-focused tech with media and policy audiences.

  • Senior PR leadership to executives and founders across frontier defense and dual-use tech accounts
  • Develop overarching PR strategies aligned to funding milestones, awards, launches, and long-term brand positioning
  • Lead high-stakes communications including funding announcements, contract wins, crisis management, and major product launches in sensitive environments
  • Build and maintain relationships with editors and senior reporters at defense, tech, business, and policy outlets
  • Oversee account teams ensuring quality delivery and professional development
  • Craft complex messages for technical products accessible to DoW customers, primes, policymakers, investors, and buyers
  • Identify speaking opportunities, award submissions, and thought leadership platforms
  • Lead new business development including pitch strategy, proposals, and client presentations
  • Mentor PR talent and set standards for strategic thinking
  • Monitor defense tech, policy trends, procurement moves, and media landscape to advise on opportunities and risks

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~519

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
14 (3% of company)
Median Career Experience
13 years
Median Tenure
1.7 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
4