Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Communications Manager supporting Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) to join our team in Hazelwood, MO or Berkeley, MO.

This role will lead a team of Air Dominance communicators who support the BDS tactical aircraft portfolio of fighters, advanced training and autonomous aerial refueling. This position will also assist with communications for the St. Louis site, the largest in BDS. This manager will oversee a team of three communicators, and provide advice and counsel to senior management.

The successful candidate will have deep experience in aspects of:

• Leading and caring for people

• Project management

• Creating objectives with strong supporting tactics and strategies

• Creating a culture of collaboration with a focus on achieving successful outcomes

• Relationship building and networking

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Communications Specialists that provide program communications for the fighters, T-7, F-47 and MQ-25

• Provide coaching, mentoring and development opportunities

• Oversee the development and execution of strategic communications plans to ensure communications resources and people are focused on activity to advance the business goals and priorities of the program, business unit and company

• Partner with the Air Dominance director to execute site related events and communications  

• Ensure the team is considering global perspectives, industry awareness and competitive data when developing communications

• Guide the team to identify obstacles or challenges, while assisting them in offering recommended solutions for successful outcomes

• Track plans to completion, show and explain those plans in business meetings, and describe how the results are measured to show value

• Collaborate with government operations and other functional leaders across BDS divisions for the assigned portfolio of programs

• Collaborate with peer managers to ensure division, business unit and Communications goals are met

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the necessary Public Affairs Officers (PAOs), key supplier and industry partners, business partners, employees, campaign vendors and reporters

• Provide counsel to leadership teams on communications issues, risks and opportunities

• Support relevant trade shows

• Work occasional evenings and weekends as needed

• Support crisis communications for assigned portfolio of programs and across the business unit as needed

The selected candidate will be required to perform work at the St. Louis site. Domestic and occasional international travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience in Communications (including, but not limited to: Corporate Communications, News Media, and Public Relations)

• 5+ years of experience working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines

• 3+ years of experience developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with senior executives and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

• Experience leading teams and/or leading initiatives

• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally

• Willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends

• Experience with defense programs, government acquisition process, domestic and global campaign work

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: $133,450 -$180,550

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

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 Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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