Senior Communications Specialist – BDS Media Relations
Boeing
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Arlington • Alabama • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $133,450 - $208,150 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Serve as a primary media spokesperson for BDS, managing media inquiries and developing strategic messaging for the business unit’s diverse portfolio of products and services
- Lead the creation and execution of media relations strategies that align with BDS objectives, including proactive outreach and engagement with key media stakeholders
- Collaborate with communications colleagues and subject matter experts to identify emerging issues and opportunities, adjusting strategies as necessary to maximize impact
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional, national, and trade media, ensuring timely and accurate coverage of BDS initiatives and stories
- Manage the drafting, editing, and distribution of press materials, including press releases, media advisories, and company statements
- Advise and coach company executives on effective external engagement strategies and media interactions
- Monitor media coverage and analyze results to inform future communications strategies and improve outcomes
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or higher
- 5+ years of experience in Media Relations or external communications
- 5+ years of experience influencing and building strong relationships with stakeholders and partners across teams
- 5+ years of experience applying verbal and written communication skills including spelling, grammar, punctuation, form and style, proof reading and editing skills
- 5+ years of experience working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
- 5+ years of experience with Microsoft office suite
- Experience with producing, writing and editing multiple communications deliverables such as news releases, statements, RTQs, feature stories, speeches, videos, social media, etc.
- Capability to work independently and with a cross-functional team
- Willing and capable to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Benefits
- health insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- health savings accounts
- retirement savings plans
- life and disability insurance programs
- paid and unpaid time away from work
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
Bachelor's degree or higher