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L3Harris Technologies · 1 hour ago

Lead, Communications

L3Harris Technologies is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. The Lead, Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing corporate communication strategies that support the Missile Solutions Segment, involving both internal and external communications to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment across all platforms and stakeholders.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security
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Responsibilities

Work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders to ensure that segment internal communication is clear, consistent, and aligned with the company’s goals and values
Develop and lead the implementation of the internal communications strategy for the organization, including key messaging, communication channels, and tactics
Create and deliver internal communications content, including executive memos, email updates, newsletters, intranet content, videos, and presentations
Monitor and measure the effectiveness of internal communications, and make recommendations for improvement based on feedback and data analysis
Develop and maintain a coordinated content calendar to ensure that internal communications are timely and relevant, and aligned with external communications about the sectors
Identify opportunities to promote employee engagement and help foster a positive company culture
Manage segment intranet home page, posting news for employees
Manage crisis communications, ensuring all employees are informed and up-to-date
Manage and maintain the company’s internal communication tools, ensuring they are up-to-date, user-friendly, and aligned with the company’s goals and values
Execute comprehensive strategic communication plans that engage employees, customers, partners, the media and other key stakeholders
Write, edit, and distribute content, including senior leader announcements, employee newsletters, press releases, talking points for executives, social media posts and presentations
Serve as a media liaison, handling media inquiries and building relationships with industry journalists
Organize and manage internal and external events such as internal town halls, webinars, press conferences, panels, media interviews, and special ceremonies (delivery milestones, facility openings, etc)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a unified approach to messaging and branding
Stay informed about industry trends, competitive activities, and regulatory changes that may impact the communications strategy
Some travel as needed

Qualification

Communications strategy developmentDigital communications toolsWriting for executivesAP Style knowledgeMedia relationsPowerPoint briefingsMetrics analysisInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailProject management

Required

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Preferred

Experience with digital communications tools
Experience in writing for executives, storytelling, and drafting news releases
Experience developing PowerPoint briefings
Experience analyzing and reporting metrics
Ability to develop and implement communications strategies
Knowledge of AP Style
Experience in working with journalists, providing media training to principals
Experience in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and communicate effectively
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel, both within the Communications Department and throughout the company
Skilled in effective scheduling and prioritizing work flow
Must be flexible enough to fill in where required on demand

Benefits

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays

Company

L3Harris Technologies

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L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.25B
2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
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Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
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