Communications Manager - Sterling Heights MI

MSCCN; Sterling Heights (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Communications Manager to connect leadership with the workforce, translating complex ground vehicle priorities into compelling internal narratives. The role focuses on storytelling, content creation, and cross-team collaboration to keep employees informed and inspired.

You will manage a broad range of internal communications materials, develop long-range plans, and coordinate with external teams to ensure timely, accurate messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or English, and six years of relevant experience (or equivalent).
• Extensive knowledge of AP Style and corporate journalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Attentive to detail with strong editing skills.
• Experience building relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex ground vehicle portfolios and priorities into clear narratives for employees.
• Develop internal communications materials: articles, intranet content, event collateral.
• Create long-term communications plans and schedules for product visibility.
• Coordinate with external comms to share major company news internally.
• Lead communications for ground vehicle products, campaigns, and events.
• Prepare leaders with talking points for announcements and industry events.
• Manage internal digital channels and track content performance.
• Tailor messaging for different employee audiences and drive engagement.

Skills

AP Style

Verbal communication

Written communication

Editing

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Relationship building

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or English

Master’s degree

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain

None

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess

None

U.S. Citizenship Required

No

Is Relocation Available

No

Job Description

How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.

Do you have a passion for storytelling and a knack for connecting people to a mission? BAE Systems is looking for a Communications Manager to drive our employee engagement efforts. In this role, you will be the bridge between leadership and our workforce, translating complex ground vehicle portfolios and business priorities into compelling narratives that keep our teams informed and inspired.

We are looking for a skilled communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles competing priorities with ease, and knows how to deliver the right message through the right channel.

Location & Schedule

We support a hybrid work environment for this role. We are looking for candidates based in or near York, PA or Sterling Heights, MI.

Key Responsibilities

• Product & Program Storytelling
• Translate complex technical and program updates into clear, engaging content that helps employees understand how their work contributes to our ground vehicle portfolio.
• Partner with program teams to identify and elevate internal milestones worth recognizing and sharing.
• Develop a broad range of internal communications materials, including articles, talking points, intranet content, and event collateral, maintaining consistency in voice, messaging, and quality.
• Create and manage long-term communications plans and schedules that keep product visibility efforts on track.
• Internal News & Announcements
• Coordinate with the external communications team to ensure employees receive major company news internally.
• Prepare internal briefing materials so leaders can speak confidently and accurately about company announcements.
• Small Events & Campaign Support Efforts
• Lead communications for ground vehicle products, small campaigns, and events, coordinating materials and messaging to deliver a cohesive, professional presence.
• Prepare event content and talking points and support senior leaders with coaching and preparation for speaking and opportunities at industry events.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure deliverables are completed on time and to standard.
• Digital Channel Management
• Manage internal digital channels to deliver timely, relevant updates.
• Support internal recognition campaigns that highlight employee achievements and team milestones.
• Track content performance and apply data-driven insights to improve reach and engagement.
• Audience-Targeted Messaging
• Tailor communications for different employee audiences, from individual contributors to senior leaders, ensuring relevance and clarity at every level.
• Contribute to reactive communications and issues response, applying critical thinking to protect company reputation and uphold corporate values.
• Gather and incorporate employee feedback to continuously refine messaging and improve communication effectiveness.
• Lead effective meetings with internal and external stakeholders, managing relationships with professionalism and care.
• Thought Leadership & Culture
• Support internal thought leadership initiatives, including leadership Q&A sessions, town halls, and fireside chats, that build organizational trust and transparency.
• Highlight employee expertise through internal spotlights, profiles, and capability storytelling that connects individual contributions to the broader mission.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or English, and six years of relevant experience, or the overall equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of AP Style and corporate journalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Attentive to detail with solid editing skills.
• Experience building relationships with diverse and geographically dispersed teams and stakeholders.
• Internal communications and stakeholder management experience.
• Ability to drive positive engagement from a diversified and widespread workforce.
• Leadership experience as either a direct people manager or project team lead.
• Must reside within commuting distance of York, PA or Sterling Heights, MI to support a hybrid work schedule.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s Degree.
• Defense industry, military, manufacturing industry, or automotive industry experience.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $92180 - $156707