Responsibilities

• Provides strategic comms counsel to the AAFS VP, serving as the communications expert on AAFS programs
• Develops and leads the execution and measurement of integrated channel, strategic communications plans – aligned with business priorities - for the AAFS market segment and other projects as assigned
• Demonstrates creativity; regularly shares innovative ideas, spots industry topics trending in the news cycle, and identifies process transformation opportunities
• Leads and supports key tradeshows and proactive internal and external communications strategies for the market segment and across the Sikorsky portfolio
• Identifies and vets media engagements, preparing subject matter experts; develops speeches, scripts and talking points for spokespeople when needed
• Develops and fosters strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customer or partner public affairs and journalists
• Collaborates with visual comms and business leaders on multimedia content

Requirements

• Motivated, proactive self-starter who performs independently and works effectively and with urgency under competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Exceptional writing, editing and oral communications skills with the ability to convey highly complex information in clear, compelling ways
• Communications experience in one or more of the following industries: Aerospace, Defense, Technology, Manufacturing
• Experience in a variety of communications disciplines including media relations, marketing, executive/employee communications
• Ability to cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, public affairs officers, reporters and executive leadership
• Embraces AI and other emerging tools and trends

Preferred

• Excellent strategist with keen creative instincts and expertise influencing leadership thinking in strategic communication and issues management
• Prior experience in program communications or working with media and influencers
• Experience in developing and executing integrated strategic communications plans that reach target markets and audiences
• Skilled at collecting and interpreting metrics to inform strategic communication direction
• Strong understanding of AP style

Benefits

• Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
• Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at work and at home.
• Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
• We support our employees, so they can support our mission.