Communications Manager - Sterling Heights MI

VetJobs•Sterling Heights, MI

6d•$92,180 - $156,707•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Communications Manager to drive employee engagement efforts. This role serves as a bridge between leadership and the workforce, translating complex ground vehicle portfolios and business priorities into compelling narratives. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles competing priorities, and delivers messages through the right channels. The position supports a hybrid work environment and is open to candidates based in or near York, PA, or Sterling Heights, MI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or English, and six years of relevant experience, or the overall 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 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 internal communications materials such as articles, talking points, intranet content, and event collateral.
Create and manage long-term communications plans and schedules.
Coordinate with the external communications team to ensure internal dissemination of major company news.
Prepare internal briefing materials for leaders.
Lead communications for ground vehicle products, small campaigns, and events.
Prepare event content and talking points, and coach senior leaders for industry events.
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 like Q&A sessions, town halls, and fireside chats.
Highlight employee expertise through internal spotlights and capability storytelling.