Senior Director of Marketing

Aeon • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Aeon designs, builds, and tests modular weapon systems for ground and air platforms. The company is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Marketing to build and scale its marketing function, elevate brand awareness, and establish Aeon as a recognized leader in the defense technology sector. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity in a fast-paced environment, with responsibility for building marketing organizations, processes, and capabilities from the ground up.

The role develops and executes Aeon's corporate marketing and brand strategy; establishes consistent messaging, visual identity, and brand standards; and leads public relations, digital presence, content, campaigns, events, and creative work. The Senior Director translates complex technical concepts into clear and compelling messaging, manages the annual marketing budget and external partners, and ensures marketing investments support business objectives and produce measurable results. The role also supports recruiting through employment branding and talent attraction campaigns.

Applicants must meet U.S. person status requirements under ITAR because the role may involve access to ITAR-controlled defense articles or technical data. The job description notes that duties and responsibilities may be modified, expanded, or adjusted to meet business needs, and that reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law, unless it creates undue hardship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or corporate branding.
• 5+ years leading marketing teams in aerospace, defense, government technology, advanced manufacturing, or high-growth technology environments.
• Proven success developing and executing brand, communications, and demand-generation strategies.
• Experience managing press releases, media relations, executive communications, and public-facing announcements.
• Experience planning and executing large-scale events, trade shows, conferences, and industry engagements.
• Experience leading website development, digital marketing, social media, and content strategies.
• Experience leading creative, branding, and design teams.
• Strong project management and budget management experience.
• U.S. person status under ITAR: U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected non-citizen such as a refugee or asylee.

Nice To Haves

• Defense, aerospace, national security, or government contracting experience.
• Experience supporting startup and high-growth organizations.
• Familiarity with ITAR-regulated environments and defense industry communications.
• Experience supporting investor relations, fundraising, or strategic communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Aeon's corporate marketing and brand strategy.
• Establish consistent messaging, visual identity, and brand standards across all channels.
• Lead public relations activities, including press releases, media outreach, company announcements, and executive communications.
• Position Aeon as an industry maverick and pioneer through industry publications, speaking engagements, and strategic content tied to products and capabilities.
• Own and continuously improve Aeon's website, digital presence, and social media strategy.
• Lead website development, content strategy, SEO, and user experience improvements.
• Develop and manage campaigns to increase brand awareness, engagement, recruiting success, and business development opportunities.
• Monitor marketing analytics and campaign performance.
• Plan and execute participation in major defense, aerospace, technology, and government conferences globally, overseeing budgets, schedules, and logistics.
• Manage sponsorships, exhibits, demonstrations, and executive speaking opportunities.
• Lead and manage Aeon's creative and design team, including internal staff, contractors, agencies, and external partners.
• Direct development of marketing collateral, trade show materials, presentations, videos, digital content, recruiting assets, and executive communications.
• Direct development of customer-facing content, including presentations, white papers, case studies, videos, and marketing collateral.
• Translate complex technical concepts into compelling and easily understood messaging.
• Develop and manage the annual marketing budget.
• Manage agency relationships, vendor contracts, and external service providers.
• Ensure marketing investments align with strategic business objectives and deliver measurable results.
• Support recruiting through employment branding and talent attraction campaigns.

Benefits

• Fully company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage at no cost to the employee, including coverage for eligible dependents.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Team-building activities, employee events, and company celebrations.
• Complimentary company-provided lunches onsite each workday.
• Complimentary snacks, drinks, and refreshments available throughout the workday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior