Senior Communications Specialist - MS&B Business Development & Strategy
Company:The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a
Senior Communications Specialist based in either
Arlington, VA; Everett, WA; Seattle, WA ;Renton, WA; will also consider Oklahoma City, OK, for the right candidate
, to lead communications efforts in support of all growth and market positioning priorities for the BDS Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) division.
Reporting directly to the BDS Senior Director of Communications for Business Development and Strategy (BD&S), this role will partner closely with the Vice President of MS&B BD&S and Senior Manager of MS&B communications, serving as an embedded member of both the MS&B BD&S and Comms teams.
Major responsibilities include developing, executing, and measuring strategic integrated marketing communications plans in support of priority global (U.S. and international) sales campaigns for the KC-46, P-8, and E-7 programs, among others. This role will additionally play a central role in domestic advocacy efforts supporting the MS&B portfolio, as well as partnering to develop market positioning and communications strategies to help capture next-generation opportunities.
Day-to-day, close collaboration with domestic and international business development and communications teammates is crucial to success in the position.
Senior BD&S Comms specialists are expected to act as "quarterbacks" of the strategic communications plans they develop, partnering collaboratively with divisional, functional and international teammates on execution.
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience building and executing communications plans, including working on and off-the-record with the media
- Excellent writing skills, including the ability to produce top quality deliverables at pace with minimal rework or editing.
- A passion for innovation and/or aviation - and storytelling
- A talent and passion for navigating complex global political dynamics - a desire to work on high-impact, high-visibility projects
- The capability to identify, shape and execute stories in a timely manner - be a content creator
- On-air or behind camera television news or production experience preferred, including video shooting and editing skills
- A desire for learning, growth and helping the business succeed
- Capability and desire to work globally
- The capability to build strong positive relationships with teammates and leaders
- Must be a collaborative teammate others enjoy working with
Position Responsibilities:- Leads or directs the design, development and deployment of communication plans and branding strategies that support enterprise and/or business unit goals and objectives
- Oversees the development of strategies and tactics that connect target audiences to those objectives and goals with significant impact on Boeing business results, policies, or employee and/or leadership initiatives
- Provides advanced expertise in identifying content and appropriate production resources and techniques for Boeing internal/external communications including co-marketing activities and determines channel strategies
- Manages and plans the promotion of stories to key media and evaluates the merit of media inquiries about business unit activities
- Cultivates and maintains strategic relationships with influential contacts
- Anticipates, plans and manages communications and branding around issues facing the enterprise and/or business unit
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):- Bachelors degree or higher
- 5+ years of experience influencing and building strong relationships with stakeholders and partners across teams
- 5+ years of experience applying verbal and written communication skills including spelling, grammar, punctuation, form and style, proof reading and editing skills
- 5+ years of experience working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
- 5+ years of experience with Microsoft office suite
- Ability to work independently and with a cross-functional team
- Willing and capable to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):- Masters degree or higher
- 5+ years of experience creating or managing digital and social media content/channels
- Professional level experience with video production and editing
- Working knowledge and experience with global defense procurement processes
Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $116,450-$180,550
Language Requirements:English
Education:Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation:Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)
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