Communications & Content Specialist

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor is seeking a versatile communications professional to shape clear, compelling stories about complex technical topics. The role focuses on public relations and corporate communications writing—media materials, executive content, and proactive storytelling—while supporting brand and marketing across digital channels.

Collaboration across Communications, Product Marketing, Creative, Digital, Campaigns and Go-to-Market teams will strengthen Vantor's editorial voice and connect capabilities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, marketing or related field; at least 2 years of experience.
• Proven writing and editing experience in PR, corporate comms, journalism or content marketing with portfolio.
• Ability to produce clear, audience-appropriate copy across formats including media materials and web content.
• Ability to translate complex technical topics into concise, credible stories tied to outcomes.
• Strong grammar, structure and editorial consistency with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, stakeholders, and deadlines independently.
• Collaborative, able to work with SMEs and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit press releases, media pitches, executive talking points, event talk tracks and briefing materials.
• Develop corporate narratives and proactive storylines aligned with business priorities.
• Translate technical concepts into accessible stories that demonstrate value to customers.
• Create integrated branded content across blogs, newsletters, websites and social channels.
• Build press kits, media lists and review workflows; coordinate approvals and schedules.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze performance to drive improvements.
• Support influencer and executive social-media programs with timely content.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive communications across channels.
• Protect editorial voice and content standards while managing competing priorities.

Skills

Public relations writing

Editing

Storytelling

Communication skills

Portfolio review

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

AP style familiarity

Job description

## Communications & Content SpecialistApply: Herndon, VA: Westminster, CO: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R24687Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.*Export Control/ITAR:* Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).**Please review the job details below.**Vantor is seeking a versatile writer and communications professional to shape clear, compelling stories about complex technical and market topics. This role will focus primarily on public relations and corporate communications writing, including media materials, executive content and proactive storytelling, while also supporting broader brand and marketing needs across digital and campaign channels. Working across Communications, Product Marketing, Creative, Digital, Campaigns and Go-to-Market teams, this person will strengthen Vantor's editorial voice, connect our capabilities to customer outcomes and move high-priority communications forward with urgency and sound judgmen **Responsibilities** * Write and edit press releases, media pitches, executive talking points, event talk tracks, briefing materials, award submissions and thought-leadership content.* Help develop corporate narratives, proactive storylines, executive positioning, media opportunities and editorial calendars aligned with business priorities.* Translate complex technical, product and market concepts into accessible, credible stories that demonstrate value and connect to customer outcomes.* Create integrated brand and marketing content, including blogs, newsletters, website copy, social posts, advertising copy and campaign materials.* Build and maintain press kits, media lists and reusable communications frameworks; coordinate reviews and approvals to keep work accurate and on schedule.* Monitor media coverage, maintain clip reporting and analyze communications performance to identify trends, insights and opportunities for improvement.* Support influencer, spokesperson and executive social-media programs with timely content, messaging guidance and editorial coordination.* Partner with PR, Product Marketing, Creative, Digital, Campaigns and Go-to-Market teams to deliver cohesive communications across channels.* Protect Vantor's editorial voice and content standards while working independently, managing competing priorities and proactively identifying opportunities. **Minimum Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, marketing or a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Demonstrated professional writing and editing experience in public relations, corporate communications, journalism, copywriting or content marketing, supported by a portfolio or work samples.* Ability to produce clear, accurate and audience-appropriate copy across formats, including media materials, executive content, web content and social channels.* Ability to understand complex or technical subject matter, identify the strongest story and translate it into concise language tied to business or customer outcomes.* Strong command of grammar, structure, tone and editorial consistency, with careful attention to detail and factual accuracy.* Ability to manage multiple assignments, stakeholders, reviews and deadlines while working independently and responding quickly to changing priorities.* Strong collaboration and communication skills, including the judgment to incorporate feedback, ask effective questions and work with subject-matter experts and senior stakeholders. **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience developing press releases, pitches, briefing materials, talking points, award submissions or thought-leadership content in an agency or in-house communications environment.* Experience supporting executive communications, media relations, spokesperson programs or executive social-media channels.* Experience writing about technology, aerospace, geospatial intelligence, defense or another complex business-to-business industry.* Familiarity with AP style, editorial calendars, content-management workflows and structured review and approval processes.* Experience with media-monitoring, coverage-tracking or reporting tools and the ability to turn performance data into practical recommendations.* Working knowledge of integrated marketing campaigns and how PR, digital, social, creative and product marketing content reinforce one another. **Pay Transparency:** To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.● The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $62,000.00 - $83,000.00 - $91,300.00 annually.### ### ### ### # ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $68,000.00 - $91,000.00 - $100,100.00 annually.### ### ### ### For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.**Benefits:** Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careersAdditionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.**EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.**