Head of Communications
Core
Define and lead corporate communications strategy, managing external messaging, media relations, and internal alignment for a defense company transitioning from stealth mode.
Role type
Head of Communications (C-level/VP-level strategic leader)
Builds
Public brand reputation, executive narratives, and internal culture for a defense/aerospace firm
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, National Security
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, executive storytelling, media relations management, crisis communications, employer branding, content strategy, project management, data analytics for comms (via careerplan.io/jobs/3B-00F-8C-F60-head-of-communications)
Preferred skills
Defense/aerospace industry experience, stealth mode operations knowledge, government/federal contracting familiarity, digital content strategy, multi-market (US/EU/Middle East) experience
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Develop overall communications strategy aligned with company objectives; serve as primary owner of external corporate messaging; build and maintain relationships with media and analysts; partner with leadership on speeches and public appearances; lead internal communications; manage crisis communications plans; establish editorial calendars; define KPIs and measure effectiveness; build and manage external agencies and future team members.
Seniority
Executive, strategic leadership
