Sr Communications Specialist
About The Role
The Sr Communications Specialist is a strategic communications professional responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communications initiatives that advance organizational objectives and enhance brand reputation. This role requires exceptional writing and multimedia content creation skills, deep expertise in media relations and digital communications, and proven ability to manage complex, high-stakes communications projects.
Develops integrated communications strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Led media relations efforts by pitching stories and cultivating journalist relationships.
Designs digital campaigns that maximize reach and engagement across multiple platforms.
Creates compelling multimedia content including copywriting, video production, photography, and graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite.
Provides expert crisis communications support, responding effectively under pressure to sensitive situations while maintaining organizational integrity.
About You
We are seeking individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve, and empower. Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. The successful candidate should align with our values, mission, and goals.
Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +6 yrs experience).
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to craft strategic messaging, press releases, talking points, and executive communications for diverse audiences.
Expert knowledge of media relations including pitching stories, managing press inquiries, and maintaining relationships with journalists and media outlets.
Demonstrated expertise in digital communications strategy, social media management, content management systems, and analytics tools to measure campaign effectiveness.
Advanced proficiency in multimedia content creation including copywriting, editing, video production, photography, and graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong strategic planning abilities to develop and implement integrated communications campaigns that align with organizational goals and brand standards.
Proven crisis communications and reputation management experience with ability to respond effectively under pressure and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information.
Expertise in AP Style, professional writing standards, and ability to translate complex technical or policy information into clear, accessible language.
Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent stakeholder relations skills with ability to collaborate across all organizational levels and provide mentorship to junior communications team.
Proficiency in communications measurement and evaluation using analytics platforms to assess reach, engagement, and impact of communications initiatives.
Pay
Pay Range: $125,181.00 - $172,123.50
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Benefits
Elevate Your Career At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
Life insurance.
3 weeks paid time off.
Company Information
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Contact Information
If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.