Internal Communications Strategist

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Internal Communications Strategist (Internal Communications Staff III / IV) to join our Executive & Internal Communications team and lead our internal communications and employee engagement efforts.

In this vital role you will be responsible for developing and delivering an employee communications and engagement strategy as well as partnering with our Enterprise Services leaders on their change transformation initiatives. You will manage multiple communications deliverables at different stages of the planning process while providing an exemplary attention to detail and outstanding customer service.

The selected candidate willbe requiredto workfull-timeon-site at our facility located either at our Corporate Headquarters in Chantilly VA or at our Technology Campus in El Segundo CA.

What Youll Be Doing

• Serve as the key communications partner to our Chief Operating Officer as well as other Enterprise Service leaders working to communicate key corporate initiatives
• Lead our corporate internal communications portfolio leveraging different channels to engage employees across nationwide locations
• Develop and execute communications plans with a special emphasis on change management communications
• Partner across our CorpComm creative teams (i.e. graphics video) to create compelling communications deliverables

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Internal Communications Staff III:

• Bachelors degree in Communications Journalism Public Relations Marketing English or other related field is required
• A minimum of (5) years of relevant internal communications corporate communications and/or employee engagement experience is required
• Meticulous organizational skills paired with attention to detail ensuring seamless project execution and operational excellence
• Exceptional interpersonal acumen that fosters effective collaboration across internal and external teams with complex organizational structures
• Outstanding writing and editing expertise with a proven ability to tailor communications for executives managers or employees
• A strategic visionary who navigates effortlessly between high-level planning and hands-on execution driving initiatives from conception to completion
• Proven leadership in change management communications adept at steering organizational transformations and managing crisis narratives with clarity and precision

In addition to the above theminimumrequirements for the Internal Communications Staff IV:

• A minimum of (10) years of relevant experience with a Bachelors degree or (8) or more years of relevant experience with a Masters degree is required
• Proven success in engaging C-suite executives to drive strategic initiatives and influence key decision-making processes
• Demonstrated expertise in leading robust internal communications functions that inspire teams and foster a culture of transparency and collaboration

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Demonstrated success in partnering with highly technical teams to translate complex concepts into actionable solutions and drive project innovation
• Knowledge within the aerospace and defense sector is strongly desired
• Proficiency with PoliteMail or other internal email metrics services is a nice-to-have
• Familiarity with SharePoint and WordPress or similar content management platform
• A current and active TS/SCI security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government is strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship isto obtain a security clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays sick time and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options

• 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.