Communications Manager- Latin America
Airbus Americas, Miami, FL, United States
Job Description
Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Communications Manager to support our International Communications team based in Miami, FL.
Meet the Team
Our Communications team members provide effective communications to support a variety of Airbus programs through strategic internal, external, social media and crisis communications. We are fluent in all areas of digital communications, media and public relations. We partner with business units throughout Airbus to position the company as a brand of choice for external customers and employees alike.
Your Working Environment
In Miami you'll find the Airbus Latin America headquarters, a team of personnel providing sales, marketing, contracts, customer support and communications for the region's commercial aircraft, helicopters and space & defense divisions.
How We Care for You
Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")
Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high‑deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
Your Challenges
Support development and delivery of communications strategy and activities (60%)
Supports the Head of Latin America Communications to leverage company topics, top communications goals, and activities.
Leads the development and execution of an annual Communications plan for the Latin America and Caribbean region with specific, measurable and actionable communications objectives, builds out key messages, target audiences, tactics and timescale on a quarterly basis.
Proposes and leverages relevant tools and means (internal and external communications channels, social media, content creation, collaborations with customer airlines, advertisements, conferences, sponsorship opportunities) and manages budget to deliver said Communications Plan.
Supports Airbus corporate and local regional teams deliver on their communications plans and targets in the region; helps shape and constantly ensure integrated "One voice" of Airbus in Latin America.
Acts as POC for communication teams at customers, industry associations and other relevant stakeholders.
Produces and posts written/visual content for Airbus channels, including for employee Hub.
Manages communications around crisis and special situations in the region with the support of Airbus' global communications organization.
Supports and executes Thought Leadership strategy for key spokespersons in the region.
Provides guidance to the PR Agency network and conducts benchmarking to ensure appropriate development, consistency, credibility and delivery of external messages and tactics.
Serves as an information source on Latin America media topics for Airbus teams, monitoring news across Latin America, reviewing and preparing media monitoring and analytics reports and recommendations as needed.
Coordinate high‑level press, customer and employee events providing on‑site support and strategic counsel throughout (15%)
Supports and leads commercial aircraft activities around trade shows, press conferences, press trips, industry panels and other speaking opportunities.
Supports HO Latin America, HO Sales and other commercial leadership teams such as Airbus Country Representatives by providing strategic counsel as well as briefings, speechwriting, and on‑site event/media engagement.
Leads and organizes media‑events taking place in markets covered including briefings, product demos and public engagements.
Leads product demo tours throughout the region.
Lead, execute or oversee any audiovisual, social media or multimedia project (15%)
Leads and executes multimedia projects requests with the objective of representing and highlighting our regional footprint and key products in the region, including collaboration in Noticias Airbus.
Leads and provides guidance on strategy, appropriate channels and opportunities for digital and multimedia campaigns.
Leads weblives projects and other live streams for the region.
Administrative (5%)
Supports Latin America and the Caribbean Region HO Comms with contributions to departmental collateral materials and dashboard reports.
Ensures all local activities are entered in a timely and accurate manner in global Communications Planning.
Participates in regular team calls / governance.
Maintains close link between Corporate communications and the region.
Additional Responsibilities (5%)
Other duties as assigned.
Your Boarding Pass
BA degree in journalism, communications or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
Ten years (10) of professional experience working in communications. International and Latin America work experience is a plus.
Strong experience in the aviation industry. Familiarity with Airbus is desired.
Experience with project management, meeting and event planning, executive support and thought leadership.
Digital and multimedia experience.
Ability to travel.
Proficient in Google suite.
Proficient in the management of digital tools and platforms to create and edit graphic and audio/visual content.
Knowledge of journalistic writing style, such as Associated Press.
Well‑rounded Communications experience (strategy, media relations, social media, writing, content creation, brand and advertising, event management, internal communications).
Excellent English and Spanish writing skills (Portuguese could be an advantage).
Must be available to travel regularly in markets covered.
Travel Required
25% Domestic and International
Citizenship
Authorized to work in the USA
Physical Requirements
Onsite or remote: 100% onsite
Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
Equipment Operation: Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
Carrying: Several times a month able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Lifting: Several times a month able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Sitting: daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice 25%.
Walking: Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
Administrative position only PPE required: Steel‑toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
Take your career to a new level and apply online now!
A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company
Airbus Americas, Inc.
Employment Type: US – Direct Hire
Experience Level: Professional
Remote Type: On‑site
Job Family: Company Communication
Job Posting End Date: 04.06.2026
Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.
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Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Communications Manager to support our International Communications team based in Miami, FL.
Meet the Team
Our Communications team members provide effective communications to support a variety of Airbus programs through strategic internal, external, social media and crisis communications. We are fluent in all areas of digital communications, media and public relations. We partner with business units throughout Airbus to position the company as a brand of choice for external customers and employees alike.
Your Working Environment
In Miami you'll find the Airbus Latin America headquarters, a team of personnel providing sales, marketing, contracts, customer support and communications for the region's commercial aircraft, helicopters and space & defense divisions.
How We Care for You
Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")
Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high‑deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
Your Challenges
Support development and delivery of communications strategy and activities (60%)
Supports the Head of Latin America Communications to leverage company topics, top communications goals, and activities.
Leads the development and execution of an annual Communications plan for the Latin America and Caribbean region with specific, measurable and actionable communications objectives, builds out key messages, target audiences, tactics and timescale on a quarterly basis.
Proposes and leverages relevant tools and means (internal and external communications channels, social media, content creation, collaborations with customer airlines, advertisements, conferences, sponsorship opportunities) and manages budget to deliver said Communications Plan.
Supports Airbus corporate and local regional teams deliver on their communications plans and targets in the region; helps shape and constantly ensure integrated "One voice" of Airbus in Latin America.
Acts as POC for communication teams at customers, industry associations and other relevant stakeholders.
Produces and posts written/visual content for Airbus channels, including for employee Hub.
Manages communications around crisis and special situations in the region with the support of Airbus' global communications organization.
Supports and executes Thought Leadership strategy for key spokespersons in the region.
Provides guidance to the PR Agency network and conducts benchmarking to ensure appropriate development, consistency, credibility and delivery of external messages and tactics.
Serves as an information source on Latin America media topics for Airbus teams, monitoring news across Latin America, reviewing and preparing media monitoring and analytics reports and recommendations as needed.
Coordinate high‑level press, customer and employee events providing on‑site support and strategic counsel throughout (15%)
Supports and leads commercial aircraft activities around trade shows, press conferences, press trips, industry panels and other speaking opportunities.
Supports HO Latin America, HO Sales and other commercial leadership teams such as Airbus Country Representatives by providing strategic counsel as well as briefings, speechwriting, and on‑site event/media engagement.
Leads and organizes media‑events taking place in markets covered including briefings, product demos and public engagements.
Leads product demo tours throughout the region.
Lead, execute or oversee any audiovisual, social media or multimedia project (15%)
Leads and executes multimedia projects requests with the objective of representing and highlighting our regional footprint and key products in the region, including collaboration in Noticias Airbus.
Leads and provides guidance on strategy, appropriate channels and opportunities for digital and multimedia campaigns.
Leads weblives projects and other live streams for the region.
Administrative (5%)
Supports Latin America and the Caribbean Region HO Comms with contributions to departmental collateral materials and dashboard reports.
Ensures all local activities are entered in a timely and accurate manner in global Communications Planning.
Participates in regular team calls / governance.
Maintains close link between Corporate communications and the region.
Additional Responsibilities (5%)
Other duties as assigned.
Your Boarding Pass
BA degree in journalism, communications or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
Ten years (10) of professional experience working in communications. International and Latin America work experience is a plus.
Strong experience in the aviation industry. Familiarity with Airbus is desired.
Experience with project management, meeting and event planning, executive support and thought leadership.
Digital and multimedia experience.
Ability to travel.
Proficient in Google suite.
Proficient in the management of digital tools and platforms to create and edit graphic and audio/visual content.
Knowledge of journalistic writing style, such as Associated Press.
Well‑rounded Communications experience (strategy, media relations, social media, writing, content creation, brand and advertising, event management, internal communications).
Excellent English and Spanish writing skills (Portuguese could be an advantage).
Must be available to travel regularly in markets covered.
Travel Required
25% Domestic and International
Citizenship
Authorized to work in the USA
Physical Requirements
Onsite or remote: 100% onsite
Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
Equipment Operation: Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
Carrying: Several times a month able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Lifting: Several times a month able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Sitting: daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice 25%.
Walking: Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
Administrative position only PPE required: Steel‑toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
Take your career to a new level and apply online now!
A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company
Airbus Americas, Inc.
Employment Type: US – Direct Hire
Experience Level: Professional
Remote Type: On‑site
Job Family: Company Communication
Job Posting End Date: 04.06.2026
Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.
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