Mgr- Employee Comms

BAE Systems•Sterling Heights, MI

2d•$92,180 - $156,707•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Communications Manager to lead employee engagement efforts. This role involves bridging the gap between leadership and the workforce by translating complex ground vehicle portfolios and business priorities into compelling narratives. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who excels in fast-paced environments, manages competing priorities, and effectively delivers messages through appropriate 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 experience.
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 as either a 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 a variety of internal communications materials (articles, talking points, intranet content, event collateral) ensuring consistency.
Create and manage long-term communications plans and schedules.
Coordinate with external communications to ensure internal dissemination of major company news.
Prepare internal briefing materials for leaders.
Lead communications for ground vehicle products, campaigns, and events.
Prepare event content and talking points, and support senior leaders with industry event preparation.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely and standard-compliant deliverables.
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.