Director, Marketing and Communications

Brea, CA (On-site)

$16K/yr – $170K/yrDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own global brand and integrated marketing for RAVE in the IFEC space, translating strategic direction into differentiated messaging, product storytelling, and partner-aligned campaigns that drive awareness and commercial growth.

  • Brand strategy, positioning, and external communications across global IFEC markets.
  • Cross-functional product marketing, sales enablement, and executive alignment to accelerate growth.
  • Global events, media, and partnerships to elevate brand equity and demand generation.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Leads RAVE's brand, product marketing, and external communications strategy across the global IFEC market.
  • Responsible for strengthening brand awareness, market differentiation, and customer engagement while supporting commercial growth.
  • Develops and executes integrated marketing initiatives with Product, Sales, HR, and Executive Leadership to position RAVE as a leader in hardware and digital platform solutions.
  • Oversees all aspects of brand management, product positioning, communications, events, and industry engagement while building and developing a high-performing marketing team.
  • Leads product marketing by developing clear value propositions, positioning frameworks, sales enablement materials, and creative assets, in close collaboration with Product and Sales teams.
  • Sets strategic direction for all creative output to ensure messaging is sharp, differentiated, and consistent with brand identity.
  • Serves as a brand spokesperson and industry thought leader, driving visibility through media relations, public speaking, and participation in the IFEC and aviation ecosystem.
  • Plans and manages trade advertising across key industry publications and events to drive brand awareness.
  • Leads planning and execution of RAVE's presence at global tradeshows, conferences, and industry events, including logistics, booth design, lead generation, and post-event analysis.
  • Manages and optimizes the global marketing and communications budget to maximize ROI and support growth.

Requirements

  • Own the global brand strategy for RAVE, its product portfolio, and employer brand, ensuring consistent messaging and visual identity across all channels and touchpoints
  • Own and steward the RAVE brand identity, including visual standards, tone of voice, and brand guidelines, ensuring consistent and compelling expression across every customer, partner, and industry touchpoint
  • Develop and execute an integrated marketing and communications strategy aligned with company goals, market positioning, and customer insights
  • Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing marketing and communications team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous growth
  • Lead product marketing by developing clear value propositions, positioning frameworks, sales enablement materials, and creative assets, in close collaboration with Product and Sales teams
  • Set strategic direction for all creative output, ensuring RAVE's visual and verbal storytelling is sharp, differentiated, and consistent with our brand identity
  • Serve as a brand spokesperson and industry thought leader, driving RAVE's visibility through media relations, public speaking, and active participation in the IFEC and broader aviation ecosystem
  • Plan and manage trade advertising across key industry publications and events, driving topline brand awareness and reinforcing RAVE's position in the IFEC market
  • Lead planning and execution of RAVE's presence at global tradeshows, conferences, and industry events, covering logistics, booth design, lead generation, and post-event analysis
  • Manage and optimize the global marketing and communications budget to maximize ROI and support business growth

Preferred

  • MBA or advanced degree a plus

Benefits

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus
  • 10+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience, ideally in IFEC, commercial aviation, aerospace, or technology
  • Proven success in brand strategy, integrated marketing, and communications at a global level
  • Deep experience in brand strategy, product marketing, and external communications in a B2B technology industry; preferably in an aviation-related industry
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong understanding of product marketing, customer journeys, and industry-specific go-to-market strategies
  • Deep experience with global tradeshow strategy and execution, including lead management and ROI tracking
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence as a public speaker and brand spokesperson
  • Exceptional storytelling, presentation, and public speaking skills
  • Experience managing budgets and working with international stakeholders
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Safran

3.9 Glassdoor

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and holds, alone or in partnership, world or European leadership positions in its core markets.

Founded in 2005
Paris, Île-de-France, FRA
76K employees (3,029 in marketing)
82% recommend to a friend
89% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
714.9K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$3
Traffic Source Mix
Search
54.4%
Direct
36.4%
Referral
6.2%
Social
2.1%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~76.3K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1,371 (2% of company)

Funding

Last Raise
Post IPO Equity, 1 years ago

Funding History

  • Jan 2025
    Post IPO Equity

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