Lead, Communications

L3Harris Technologies; Londonderry (NH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Londonderry, NH is seeking a Lead, Communications to develop, implement and measure communications reflecting the IVS sector's vision and strategic direction. The role covers internal and external audiences and requires the ability to translate complex defense concepts into clear messaging.

You will work with senior leadership, develop messages, collaborate with marketing and BD, track metrics, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience, or equivalent.
• Graduate degree with 7 years of experience, or 13 years total experience in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and measure an integrated internal and external communications program aligned to the business strategy.
• Create strategic, engaging content for internal and external audiences and align messages with the company's mission and goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development on campaigns and produce materials such as advertising, videos, webpages, brochures and presentations.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts for media engagements to highlight capabilities and milestones.
• Support social media content and communications initiatives across channels.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Communications

Defense industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree with 9 years experience

Graduate degree with 7 years experience

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title

Lead, Communications

Job Code

43781

Job Location

Londonderry, NH

Job Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description

In this position, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and measuring communications that reflect the vision and strategic direction of the Integrated Vision Solutions (IVS) business sector. The scope includes both internal and external communications leveraging a variety of channels to reach key audiences. The role requires exceptional writing abilities, a strong understanding of the defense industry and the capacity to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging content. In addition, this position will evaluate and synthesize communications measures to increase impact and derive insights.

Essential Functions

• Work closely with the sector President and the senior leadership team to develop, implement and measure an integrated internal and external communications program aligned to the business strategy.
• Create strategic, innovative and engaging communications content to reach a variety of internal and external audiences. Develop key messages and materials that align with our company's mission, values and strategic goals.
• Partner with Business Development on marketing communications campaigns to support keep-sold, capture and growth initiatives. Write and develop marketing content such as advertising, videos, webpages, brochures and interactive presentations.
• Partner with subject matter experts on reporter engagements to secure earned media about the business’ capabilities, program milestones and product launches.
• Partner with corporate channel owners to develop and implement social media content about the IVS business.
• Support the deployment of change initiatives by developing internal communications for the sector President to educate, inspire and motivate, advising on local preferences, global best practices and culture.
• Write and create the sector President’s communications tactics including speeches, presentations, articles, op-eds, thought leadership, editorials, social media and reports.
• Conduct comprehensive research to develop metrics for the sector’s communications program. Monitor aerospace and defense industry trends, emerging technologies and other pertinent topics to support communication objectives.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Manage multiple writing projects under tight deadlines, adapting to changing priorities as needed.
• Willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience in the defense industry highly desired

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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