Senior Communications Manager, Defense at Motorola Solutions | District of Columbia, USA | $135K/yr – $195K/yr

Senior Communications Manager, Defense

District of Columbia, USA (On-site)

$135K/yr – $195K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own global defense communications, turning complex defense tech into clear narratives while leading international media relations and executive coaching for high-stakes defense engagements.

Strategic Narrative Development: own global PR strategy for defense tech and counter-drone spaces.
International Media Engagement: build and sustain relationships with defense reporters and trade pubs and coach leaders for high-profile interviews.
Reputation & Crisis Readiness: anticipate and manage defense sector risks with rapid messaging under tight deadlines.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Strategic Narrative Development: Architect and execute comprehensive, long-term global communication and public relations strategies that establish Motorola Solutions as an elite innovator in the defense tech, tactical networking and counter-drone spaces.
Product & Customer Storytelling: Translate highly technical hardware and software capabilities into compelling, human-centric narratives that clearly demonstrate how our technology empowers data-driven decision-making across battlefields, bases and borders.
International Public Relations & Media Engagement: Orchestrate the company’s global defense PR and media strategy by nurturing deep relationships with national and international defense reporters and influential trade publications.
Thought Leadership & Executive Coaching: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic counsel, message alignment and media training for high-profile defense interviews, speaking opportunities and trade shows.
Issues Management & Corporate Reputation: Anticipate, identify and manage reputational risks inherent to the defense sector, collaborating on issues management strategies and messaging under tight deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, Government Affairs or a related discipline.
Minimum of 10+ years of progressive professional experience in public relations, corporate communications or media relations.
Travel Requirements 10-25%
Relocation Provided None
Position Type Experienced
Referral Payment Plan Yes

Preferred

- Relevant Defense Tech Expertise: 5+ years of communications experience in defense, aerospace or Federal tech. Deeply understands the defense market environment, multi-year government buying cycles and tactical technology.
- Proven International Experience: Background managing global PR campaigns, demonstrating cross-cultural communication capability and an understanding of geopolitical media dynamics.
- Exceptional Verbal & Written Communications: A proven track record of translating complex defense tech into compelling narratives for diverse audiences—seamlessly shifting writing styles to satisfy highly technical defense audiences, investors and lay consumer/business media.
- Demonstrated Media Relations Track Record: Established, current relationships with key tier-one defense and relevant mainstream business journalists. Demonstrated success in pitching and securing high-profile coverage, with a sophisticated understanding of today’s rapidly evolving media environment and digital news trends.
- Sound Reputational Leadership: Direct experience navigating high-pressure crisis communications or managing sensitive, complex narratives under rapid-response conditions.
- Polished Presentation & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal articulation and strong interpersonal acumen to seamlessly guide cross-functional teams and company leadership.

Benefits

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!

Motorola Solutions

About Motorola Solutions | Solving for safer Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Learn more about our commitment to innovating for a safer future for us all at www.motorolasolutions.com.

Founded in 1999

Chicago, Illinois, USA

26K employees (1,026 in marketing)

www.motorolasolutions.com