Communications Lead

SpaceX • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a talented, self-driven Communications Lead to coordinate communications and outreach with the communities in which SpaceX operates. The role works cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support key initiatives and develops communication strategies that build public excitement about how artificial intelligence will help and support SpaceX and its affiliates’ positive impact in the community.

The successful candidate is passionate about SpaceX’s mission, thinks strategically, communicates naturally in writing and verbally, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The position is based onsite at SpaceX’s College Station site in Texas and may require travel in support of other SpaceX facilities or events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in communications, events, or content development.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be based onsite full-time in College Station, Texas; hybrid and remote work are not considered.
• Must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in communications, events, or content development in a highly technical environment.
• Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to quickly grasp and synthesize complex issues.
• Deep understanding of social media strategies and tactics.
• Impeccable writing skills and the ability to communicate information to multiple audiences.
• Successful experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-oriented team environment.
• Strategic and critical thinking, decision-making, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to thrive under deadline pressure and execute several projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide tactical public relations support, including logistical planning and execution, and maintain successful relationships with key community partners and stakeholders.
• Develop communication strategies that generate public excitement about SpaceX and its affiliates’ mission and positive impact on surrounding communities.
• Support SpaceX executives and other company leaders during speaking engagements and events through communications training and preparation of presentations and other assets.
• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support key initiatives.
• Develop and implement effective communication programs in response to strategic priorities and crisis situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior