Strategic Communications Manager

Job Description BAE Systems Maritime Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Communications Manager to lead our communications efforts and drive strategic messaging across various channels. As a key member of our communications team, you’ll develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies that showcase our company’s expertise, products, services, and workforce. This role is for someone with 8+ years of relevant communications experience, with a proven track record of success in strategic campaigns, media relations, internal communications and executive messaging.
Responsibilities Strategize, develop and execute internal and public relations communications strategies and frameworks that align with company goals and objectives
Create and disseminate key messages, press releases, and other communications materials to various audiences, including media, customers, and employees
Manage and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including media, influencers, and industry partners
Develop crisis communications plans and protect overall public relations posture of the organization
Serve as a strategic advisor to partner functions in support of major organizational objectives, to include management, human resources, and business development
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including safety, health & environment, marketing, government relations, business development, and product management, to ensure consistent messaging and branding
Analyze and report on communications metrics and performance
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, Journalism, or a related field
Experience in communications, public relations, or a related field
Leader who works effectively with others, under tight timelines, with extreme attention to detail, and is able to balance competing priorities
Proven track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies to reach internal and external audiences
Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex content clearly
Strong media relations skills and experience working with journalists
Experience with crisis communications and reputation management
Experience serving as an advisor to senior executive leadership
Proven success in written executive communications, thought leadership, and capturing “executive voice” for leaders
Strong planning and project management experience
Experience with social media management and content creation
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
Familiarity with U.S. Navy, defense and aerospace industry trends and issues is a bonus
Pay Information Full‑time salary range: $107,952 - $183,518. This range is based on our market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well‑being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non‑monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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