Apply on Employer Site

BAE Systems, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Executive Communications Specialist - Operations

Nashua, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$99K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leader in the defense and aerospace industry, and they are seeking an Executive Communications Specialist to enhance internal communications. This role involves developing communication strategies, managing campaigns, and ensuring consistent messaging across various teams.

Defense & Space

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide strategic counsel and coaching to the Supply Chain Vice President on all internal and external communications

Partner with the Operations Communications Business Partner to design, plan, and roll out integrated communication campaigns for major internal initiatives

Coordinate cross functional collaboration with functional, sector, and headquarters teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels

Project manage campaign tactics, timelines, and deliverables, tracking progress against milestones and reporting results to leadership

Develop and execute a compelling internal content strategy that showcases Operations’ vision, priorities, and culture

Write, edit, and proof range from routine announcements to more impactful, critical communications that require judgment and sensitivity, including: Executive presentations and speeches, Leadership memos, town hall/all hands scripts, and talking points, Organizational announcements, Employee engagement intranet stories and social posts

Translate complex technical or strategic concepts into clear, audience focused messaging for senior leaders, frontline staff, and cross functional partners

Ensure disseminated information is purpose-driven, timely, accurate, and consistent with BAE Systems and Operations culture and priorities

Act as a central point of contact for a matrixed team of specialists, ensuring seamless information flow and alignment on priorities

Maintain brand integrity, applying corporate branding and identity guidelines to every piece of output

Continuously improve communications processes by: Benchmarking best‑in‑class practices and bringing fresh ideas 'from the outside in.' Developing tools, templates, and playbooks that raise the overall quality and efficiency of communication across the organization

Coach teams and leaders on best practices for clear, impactful messaging and audience engagement

Champion BAE Systems’ ES Communications Operating Principles, ensuring every communication reflects our values, fosters inclusion, and reinforces a high‑performance culture

Qualification

Strategic communicationsContent creationProject managementExecutive presenceBusiness acumenModern communications tacticsMS Office proficiencyRelationship buildingNegotiation skillsTime managementCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, English, or Marketing plus 5 years of experience in a communications discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Strong writing and verbal communications skills

Strong relationship building, negotiation, time management and influencing skills

Strong executive presence

Established business acumen

Demonstrated track record of supporting enterprise-level communications projects and campaigns

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

Must be a team builder, networker, collaborator, and motivator with a strong desire to learn and grow

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

Ability to execute toward short-term and long-term deadlines across multiple projects

Ability to perform dynamic work without appreciable direction

Applies extensive expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines

Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation

Proficiency in all MS Office programs

Preferred

Defense Or High-tech Industry Experience Preferred

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings accounts

A 401(k) savings plan

Disability coverage

Life and accident insurance

Employee assistance program

A legal plan

Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental

Military

Bereavement

Any applicable federal and state sick leave

Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Company

BAE Systems, Inc.

Glassdoor3.8

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, US

10001+ employees

https://jobs.baesystems.com/global/en

H1B Sponsorship

BAE Systems, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2023 (2)

2022 (2)

2021 (4)

2020 (6)