Mid-level Communications & Brand Specialist - Commercial Airplanes Fabrication

Mid-level Communications & Brand Specialist - Commercial Airplanes Fabrication

Company:

The Boeing Company

Fabrication is the backbone of commercial airplane production — a global team of more than 17,000 people taking materials like metal, composites and wires and turning them into safe, high-quality aircraft components every day.

We’re seeking a Mid-level Communications & Brand Specialist to join Commercial Airplanes Fabrication and help share the stories of the people, skills and processes that make this work possible. You’ll support multiple fabrication sites (Auburn, WA, Frederickson, WA, and Portland, OR), partner with site leaders and subject-matter experts, and create clear, credible and compelling communications that engage teammates, celebrate craftsmanship, and drive pride and alignment across the global Fabrication community.

Please note: This role is based in Puget Sound and will work onsite the majority of the time in Auburn, WA. The selected candidate must live in or relocate to the area.

If you…

·       Think strategically and craft compelling narratives that engage audiences

·       Excel in fast-moving settings and manage competing priorities effectively

·       Translate technical or complex ideas into clear, credible and compelling messaging

·       Enjoy connecting people and ideas, building relationships, and collaborating across teams

·       Are interested in learning more about the Commercial Airplanes business

…this role could be an excellent fit for you.

This role works closely with numerous vice presidents and cross-functional teams to showcase the essential work of our Fabrication team and their critical role in commercial airplane production.

Position Responsibilities:

• Partner with Fabrication leaders and cross-functional teams to develop and deliver communications tailored to support Boeing Commercial Airplanes as well as site goals and objectives.

• Create content across channels — site newsletters, intranet features, talking points, site signage, videos, photo stories and social/digital assets — that translate technical, production and safety topics into engaging messages for employees.

• Lead communications planning and execution for site events, high-profile site visits, employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs and operational updates; manage logistics, messaging and stakeholder alignment.

• Serve as a trusted counsel for site leaders to ensure consistent internal awareness and protect Boeing’s reputation.

• Measure impact of communications and continuously refine approaches to maximize employee understanding, engagement and business value as well as positively impact employee engagement and reflect Boeing’s values and behaviors.

• Manage external communications including media relations, social media and other digital external platforms in collaboration with the External communications team. This includes planning the promotion of stories and/or evaluating the merit of media inquiries about the sites to help determine the appropriate response.

• Anticipate, plan for and manage issues facing the Auburn, Frederickson and Portland sites; serve as the primary subject matter expert, and public information officer for the sites as well as the site crisis communications focal.

As a member of the broader Commercial Airplanes’ Communications & Brand team, this role also serves as a strong team member supporting other team-focused initiatives and communications.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Experience producing, writing, and editing communications plans, strategies and deliverables.

• Capable of distilling complex, technical and abstract concepts into concise messaging and stories through clear and compelling narrative.

• Experience developing and measuring strategic communications, including leader messages, internal stories, web and social media content.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Demonstrated exceptional strategic, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to persuade and motivate to action.

• Interest in manufacturing/fabrication/supply chain processes and innovation

• Experience in corporate communications, public relations agency or news media

• Experience supporting executives and/or senior leaders

• Video production and editing skills are strongly desired  

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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: $93,500 - $126,500

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer willing to 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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