Communications Manager - York PA

VetJobs•York, PA

6d•$92,180 - $156,707•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Communications Manager to lead employee engagement efforts. This role involves translating complex ground vehicle portfolios and business priorities into compelling narratives to keep employees informed and inspired. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages competing priorities, and delivers messages through the right channels. The position supports a hybrid work environment and is open to candidates near York, PA or Sterling Heights, MI.

Requirements

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 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 (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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Translate complex technical and program updates into clear, engaging content for employees.
Partner with program teams to identify and share internal milestones.
Develop internal communications materials (articles, talking points, intranet content, event collateral).
Create and manage long-term communications plans and schedules.
Coordinate with external communications to ensure employees receive major company news internally.
Prepare internal briefing materials for leaders.
Lead communications for ground vehicle products, small campaigns, and events.
Prepare event content and talking points, and support senior leaders with event preparation.
Manage internal digital channels for timely updates.
Support internal recognition campaigns.
Track content performance and use data to improve reach and engagement.
Tailor communications for different employee audiences.
Contribute to reactive communications and issues response.
Gather and incorporate employee feedback to refine messaging.
Lead effective meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Support internal thought leadership initiatives (Q&A sessions, town halls, fireside chats).
Highlight employee expertise through internal spotlights and profiles.