Communications Manager - Level 5

Job Description

We are Lockheed Martin

Description : This position is responsible for leading a team focused on F-35 international keep-sold communications. Reporting to the senior manager of International Communications, this role will set overall keep-sold strategy and messaging and work with teammates to tailor by region and customer.

The position will partner with F-35 program managers and Business Development to develop and execute strategic, integrated communications plans to protect and expand F-35 international customer commitments.

The successful candidate will demonstrate people-first leadership, strategic thinking, strong collaboration skills and the ability to connect dots globally.

The manager will lead a small team of communicators, providing mentoring and coaching and assigning appropriate work assignments.

This position requires occasional international travel and availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities include :

• Develop integrated communications strategy and plans
• Manage development, execution and maintenance of master F-35 international keep-sold messages
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the associated program managers, Business Development, Global Business Development & Strategy Communications, international customer public affairs officers and international PR agencies
• Lead crisis and issues management for international F-35 programs coordinating as appropriate with the Corporate Communications, Lockheed Martin Government Affairs and broader Aeronautics communications team
• Manage relevant international media relations by building trusted relationships with key reporters, pitching stories and fielding queries
• Provide strategic direction for marketing and digital media assets for use on Lockheed Martin channels
• Position executives to tell the one-Lockheed Martin story and build credibility as industry thought leaders
• Support relevant trade shows
• Use metrics, data and feedback to continuously improve, adjust and drive decisions
• Execute special projects as required

What’s In It For You

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy :

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work / life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Who You Are

You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals.

You have experience with itemized planning and prioritization of tasks that drives the efficient execution of objectives.

Our Commitment to DEI

We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, 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 LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence.

Learn more here : Global DEI

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX

Desired skills

• Candidate should possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Solid understanding of the F-35 program and current priorities.
• Strong storytelling skills, experience landing narratives across multiple audiences including employees, customers, and media outlets.
• Strong project management skills.
• Prior experience with executives.
2 days ago