Communications Manager

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

23d

About The Position

The Communications Manager will help shape and execute communications strategies that strengthen Relativity Space’s reputation, engage key audiences, and communicate its mission, technology, and progress. As the company approaches Terran R’s first launch, the role supports a pivotal period through a broad mix of communications work, from drafting press statements and attending engineering reviews to preparing recurring internal communications. The position collaborates across hardware and software engineering, manufacturing, Legal, People, and other corporate functions, translating company developments into clear stories for internal and external audiences. The Brand & Communications team leads brand identity, media relations, digital media, and content strategy, with the aim of positioning Relativity Space as a trusted industry leader and household name. The role contributes to that mission through milestone communications, media engagement, editorial planning, internal content, and community and educational outreach. Relativity Space offers a hiring range of $89,000–$133,000 USD; actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or a related discipline.
Bias for action and comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with technical experts, cross-functional teams, and journalists.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hardware- and/or software-driven technical organizations.
Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or defense.
Experience supporting a company through major public milestones.
Experience with event planning and/or project management, particularly in fast-moving, cross-functional environments.
Basic photo or video editing skills for content and social media use.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute communications plans for major milestones, including test campaigns, launches, and partnerships.
Support real-time social posting, webcasts, media management, and rapid-response communications for crises or anomalies.
Write and edit press releases, talking points, blog and social content, and FAQs.
Lead media relations by drafting statements, preparing spokespeople, and managing press inquiries and relationships.
Partner with technical teams to translate complex engineering work into clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences.
Track, analyze, and report communications effectiveness to refine strategy, and maintain brand and editorial consistency across deliverables.
Project-manage an editorial calendar and manage the speaking engagement calendar.
Draft awards submissions to raise the company’s profile.
Draft recurring internal content, including a weekly internal newsletter and digital signage.
Support community engagement, educational outreach, and STEM-related initiatives.