Manager, Marketing & Communications

X-Bow Systems•,

10d•Remote

About The Position

X-Bow is a U.S. non-traditional manufacturer of solid rocket motors (SRMs), sub-orbital launch solutions, energetics, composites, and advanced defense technologies. With global stockpiles of critical defense systems rapidly depleting, we are uniquely positioned to accelerate the transition from R&D to full-scale production-delivering scalable solutions at the speed of relevance for national security missions. As we enter a pivotal growth phase, we are building the team that will define how X-Bow is understood across stakeholders at this critical inflection point. You will work directly with the Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications to build and execute our marketing and communications strategies. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on, adaptable professional who is fluent-and forward-leaning-in AI-driven marketing and communications tools, and who thrives wearing multiple hats in a fast-scaling environment. You'll be a utility player, comfortable flexing across media relations, executive communications, content creation, sales collateral, events, and investor relations support. You'll collaborate closely with Business Development, Program Management, and other cross-functional teams. As the team grows, you'll have the opportunity to specialize and help define future roles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Affairs, Journalism, Engineering, or a related field
5–8 years of experience across marketing, corporate communications, public affairs, or a closely related function
Demonstrated expertise in AI-driven marketing and communications tools (e.g., generative AI for content, AI-powered analytics, workflow automation), with a proven ability to integrate them into day-to-day workflows and strategy
Exceptional writer with the ability to shift from a crisp press release to an investor talking point to an internal all-hands message
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
Comfortable operating at both the strategic and executional level-you can help shape the plan and then go do the work yourself
Strong instincts for message discipline, brand consistency, and editorial judgment with limited supervision
U.S. citizenship required (ITAR compliance)

Nice To Haves

Experience in defense, aerospace, deep tech, or other highly technical industries
Experience managing PR, creative, or marketing agency relationships
Exposure to investor relations, government relations, or public affairs functions
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies (e.g., generative content platforms, AI-powered analytics, prompt engineering, workflow automation) to accelerate content creation, audience targeting, and communications workflows
Help develop and maintain X-Bow's core narrative and messaging across audiences-customers, government, investors, and media-ensuring consistency across all channels and touchpoints
Draft executive communications including talking points, presentations, announcements, and briefing materials; manage the communications calendar around key company milestones
Coordinate day-to-day with our PR and creative agencies on timing, messaging, press releases, statements, media responses, and content development across digital channels (website, social media, email)
Monitor media coverage and flag relevant industry and competitive developments
Create and maintain marketing collateral, presentations, and event materials in close partnership with Business Development and Program Management teams
Support trade show, conference, and industry event planning and execution
Assist in preparing investor-facing materials including presentations, FAQs, and written updates; support coordination and logistics for stakeholder and investor touchpoints
Support company-wide announcements, leadership updates, and employee-facing messaging in collaboration with team members across the communications function