Senior Communications Specialist (f/m/d)

isaraerospace; Parsdorf; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Participation Program

30 days vacation

Company pension plan

Subsidised lunch

Rental clothing with laundry service

Sport clubs membership

Individual learning allowance

Childcare allowance

Flexible mobility budget

Job summary

Isar Aerospace is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to shape how the company is perceived by media, customers, partners, policymakers, investors, and the public.

You will report to the Head of Communications and develop external initiatives that amplify milestones and position Isar Aerospace as a leader in Europe’s space ecosystem. The role covers media relations, thought leadership, executive communications, and strategic campaigns.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in external communications, media relations, journalism, or strategic communications.
• Strong understanding of German and international media landscapes.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling across audiences and channels.
• Proven ability to develop compelling narratives and identify positioning opportunities.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear communications.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and supporting executive communications.
• Strong judgment and discretion in high-profile situations.
• Fluent written and spoken English and German; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communications strategies to strengthen Isar Aerospace's positioning and reputation.
• Build relationships with national and international media, generating coverage opportunities and handling inquiries.
• Identify opportunities to position Isar Aerospace and its leadership across topics like space, technology, and policy.
• Create press releases, key messages, Q&A, speeches, presentations, and opinion pieces.
• Support executive visibility through speaking engagements, conferences, interviews, and thought leadership.
• Translate technical topics into compelling stories for external audiences.
• Drive storytelling around launches, partnerships, and milestones.
• Support crisis communications and reputation management.
• Collaborate with Communications, Public Affairs, Commercial, and other teams for consistent messaging.
• Support internal leadership messaging, briefings, and presentations.
• Monitor media and industry developments to identify opportunities and risks.

Skills

External communications

Media relations

Storytelling

English & German fluency

Job description

Mission Brief

As Senior Communications Specialist, you will help shape how Isar Aerospace is perceived by media, customers, partners, policymakers, investors, and the broader public.

Reporting to the Head of Communications, you will develop and execute external communications initiatives that strengthen our reputation, amplify our milestones, and position Isar Aerospace as a leading force in Europe's space ecosystem. From media relations and thought leadership to executive communications and strategic campaigns, you will turn complex topics into compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Develop and execute external communications strategies that strengthen Isar Aerospace's positioning and reputation.
• Build strong relationships with national and international media, proactively generating coverage opportunities and managing media inquiries.
• Identify opportunities to position Isar Aerospace and its leadership across key topics including space, technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industrial policy.
• Create high-impact communications materials, including press releases, key messages, Q&A, speeches, presentations, opinion pieces, and executive communications.
• Support executive visibility through speaking engagements, conferences, interviews, podcasts, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Translate complex technical, operational, and strategic topics into compelling stories for external audiences.
• Drive storytelling around launches, products, partnerships, company milestones, and strategic developments.
• Support crisis communications, issues management, and reputation-related topics.
• Collaborate across Communications, Public Affairs, Commercial, and other teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Support internal communication with leadership messaging, briefings, and presentations.
• Monitor media, industry developments, and communications performance to identify opportunities and reputational risks.

Qualification Checklist

You are an experienced communications professional with a strong instinct for storytelling, positioning, and reputation management. You understand how to build trust and credibility for a fast-growing technology company and know how to navigate complex, high-profile stakeholder relations in a dynamic environment.

Ideally, you bring:

• 5+ years of experience in external communications, media relations, journalism, or strategic communications.
• Strong understanding of the German and international media landscape.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across different audiences and channels.
• Proven ability to develop compelling narratives and identify positioning opportunities.
• Ability to translate complex technical, business, and policy topics into clear and engaging communications.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and supporting executive communications.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and confidence in high-profile or fast-moving situations.
• Fluent written and spoken English and German. Other languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• Flexible mobility budget: Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.the company.com

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**Disclaimer**Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow