Mgr II- Comms

Requisition Number

112799BR

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F- 35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

The Functional Business Partnerships Communications manager will lead a team of geographically dispersed employees responsible for telling the story of our key campaigns across our major functions. She or he must develop knowledge of the sector’s products, technology, culture and employee base. The position is a highly visible presence within the company with a vital role in executing an integrated communications strategy across the functions within BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector. A trusted consultant to senior leadership, the business partnerships communications manager must collaborate with the rest of the Executive Communications team. They must also continuously implement communications best practices across the group.

This individual will:

Work with functional business partners to develop measurable communication plans for key technologies in support of the brand, strategy and business and growth objectives.

Work with Executive and Business Area communications to develop executive communications strategies for the function’s vice presidents.

Partner with stakeholders across the Communications function to position BAE Systems as a market leader, maximize positive exposure, achieve brand and product awareness, increase trust in leadership and strengthen employee engagement.

Provide strategic communications counsel and guidance to senior leadership.

Ensure a coordinated communications approach amplifying our voice across multiple channels.

Manage, mentor, develop and retain talent. Take action and make decisions regarding personnel matters. Ensure the team is aligned to deliver maximum impact.

Develop, maintain and report out on metrics to demonstrate investment impact.

Collaborate with other sectors or headquarters teams on strategic campaigns.

Monitor the competitive environment to proactively identify trends and potential issues for sector and communications leaders and teams. Recommend and support solutions.

Enhance the brand – ensuring adherence to corporate branding and identity guidelines.

Align to the sector’s cultural principles and model safe and ethical behavior.

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Because this role involves a combination of independent and collaborative work, this position can be conducted 100% remotely.

Job Posting Title

Executive Communications Manager

Job Family

Communications

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

None

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Education & Experience:

B.S. degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, or similar

At least 10 years of experience in a communications discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Required Skills:

Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovativeness.

Often acts independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with long-range goals and objectives.

Demonstrated project management and leadership abilities.

Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Established business acumen.

Demonstrated track record of leading enterprise-level communications programs.

In-depth knowledge of modern communications tactics, media, procedures and concepts.

Must be a team builder, networker and motivator.

Ability to initiate, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Travel is required and may be up to 15%.

Preferred Skills and Education

Defense or high-tech industry experience preferred.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Department

1ZB_ES Communications

Company

BAE_BAE SYSTEMS Info&Elec Sys Intg

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Other Professionals

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

ES Functional Staff

Salary Max Point

224400

Salary Min Point

132000

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Samantha McDonald