Posted by employer 5 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 5 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 11 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Communications Lead at SpaceX plays a crucial role in shaping public perception and engagement by coordinating outreach efforts and developing communication strategies that highlight the company's mission and community impact. This position requires a strong background in communications, with a focus on public relations and content development, particularly in technical environments. Ideal candidates are seasoned professionals with excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of thriving in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and support for executives during public engagements.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 5 months ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from SpaceX's career page.
- SpaceX has 2449 other open roles including Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship), Battery Engineer (Falcon & Dragon), Avionics Wire Harness Technician (Starship).
Quick facts
- Is the Communications Lead - Memphis role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Memphis, TN.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Communications Lead - Memphis role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Memphis, TN.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets lead candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Communications Lead - Memphis role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
COMMUNICATIONS LEAD - MEMPHIS
SpaceX is seeking a talented, self-driven individual for a position as a Communications Lead. As a key member of the team, the Communications Lead will coordinate communications and outreach with the communities in which SpaceX operates, work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support key initiatives, and develop communication strategies that get the public excited about how artificial intelligence will help and support SpaceX and its affiliates' positions as a positive impact in the community.
A successful candidate is passionate about our mission, a strategic thinker with a can-do attitude, and a natural verbal and written communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no problem is too great and no detail too small.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide tactical public relations support, including logistical planning and execution, and maintain successful relationships with a portfolio of key community partners and stakeholders.
- Develop communication strategies that will generate public excitement about SpaceX and its affiliates’ mission and its positive impact on surrounding communities.
- Support SpaceX executives and other company leaders during speaking engagements and other events through communications training and preparation of presentations and other assets as needed.
- Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support key initiatives.
- Develop and implement effective communication programs in response to strategic priorities and crisis situations.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5+ years of experience in communications, events, or content development.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in communications, events, or content development in a highly technical environment.
- Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to quickly grasp and synthesize complex issues.
- Deep understanding of social media strategies and tactics.
- Impeccable writing skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate information to multiple audiences.
- Successful experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-oriented team environment.
- Established skills in strategic and critical thinking, decision-making, negotiation, and relationship-building.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and a proven ability to thrive under deadline pressure and to execute on several projects simultaneously.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- This position is based in Memphis, TN, and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.