Standard Job DescriptionIFG Executive & Program Communications - Level 3Location: Fort Worth TXWhat You Will Be DoingThis position will lead executive communications for the vice president and general manager of the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG). It also leads the communications strategy for the F-22 and other IFG platforms. In partnership with the Integrated Fighter Group/Sustainment Communications Team and stakeholders throughout the business, this position will develop strategies, narratives and tell stories across leaders and programs in the IFG portfolio.
Develops, plans, and conducts public relations and goodwill programs to improve and support company business objectives with the public, industry, stockholders, and/or employees. Plans, prepares, writes and disseminates information utilizing print and broadcast media; magazines, speeches, scripts, intranet and Internet website. Submits photographs; assigns and/or approves artwork. May represent the company at press conferences, briefings and presentations on company issues. May participate and support advertising campaigns, and/or edit material for organization publications. May supervise work of outside consultants.
The candidate must have demonstrated strategic communications experience along with a reputation for building strong relationships and working across program and organizational boundaries to shape outcomes. Strong collaboration, writing and project management skills are critical.
Key Responsibilities• Develop and execute communication plan for the vice president and general manager of the Integrated Fighter Group.
• Manage communications strategy for the F-22 program, including messaging development, media relations, and executive communications.
• Partner across the IFG/Sustainment Communications Team, program teams, business development, and other stakeholders in leading messaging development across platforms, programs and events.
• Use metrics, data and feedback to continuously improve, adjust and drive decisions.
• Support other special projects, as required.
Who You AreYou are a strategic communications professional with experience supporting executive-level leaders and developing integrated communication strategies across complex, cross-functional organizations. You bring strong writing, storytelling, and messaging skills, with a proven ability to translate business and program priorities into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
You are experienced in partnering with senior leaders, program teams, and communications stakeholders to develop and execute communication plans, manage executive messaging, and support high-visibility programs. You are skilled at building relationships across organizational boundaries and aligning messaging across multiple platforms, programs, and events.
You are data-driven and continuously look for ways to refine communication strategies using feedback and performance insights. You thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple priorities effectively, and are recognized for your ability to influence outcomes through thoughtful, well-executed communications.
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Basic Qualifications• Experience developing and executing strategies and tactics for senior leaders.
• Demonstrated experience writing effective employee communications.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of a complex organization.
• Experience delivering results when working under competing priorities and tight deadlines.
Desired Skills• Experience developing and executing integrated communications plans for complex programs, products or issues.
• Experience managing media narratives.
• Proven attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $72500.00 - $134600.00
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
