Skip to main content
Search Jobs

Search Jobs

A career that's built for you.

Working at Lockheed Martin

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 680125BR Date posted: Nov. 05, 2024
Description:Looking for a career that matters? At Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control we directly contribute to the safety and ability of our warfighters to complete their missions. We design, develop and manufacture advanced combat, missile, rocket, manned and unmanned systems for military customers in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA and dozens of foreign allies.

As a Program Communications Associate, you will be responsible for supporting strategic integrated communications plans for the Air Dominance and Strike Weapons (ADSW) line of business, as well as other special projects within the business. You will oversee an internal editorial calendar, support key program communications, collaborate with stakeholders across the Communications team, and support special projects and events as needed. You will be responsible for supporting integrated communication plans for significant program milestones and events; supporting leader engagements through the development of memos, talking points and internal and external comms; developing social media content; monitoring program news.

Reporting to the ADSW communications manager, you will work closely with business and USG leaders to understand company and end-user warfighter objectives to craft communications strategies to help achieve those goals. This hybrid position is based in Orlando, Florida, with potential for travel, as needed.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Serves as a content creator for key programs and efforts; oversees an internal editorial calendar
  • Develops program communications and employee communications
  • Develops integrated communication plans for significant program milestones and tracks resulting news coverage
  • Supports executive engagement through the development of memos, talking points, etc.
  • Develops social media content
  • Supports media engagement and reporting activities
  • Occasional travel required

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combined education/experience
  • Experience in communications disciplines
  • Experience planning and executing comprehensive communications plans and campaigns
  • Experience with digital and social media trends and practices
    Desired Skills:
  • Two or more years of related experience
  • Strong writing, editing and organizational skills
  • Ability to develop strong partnerships with business leaders
  • Ability to handle communications deadlines and challenges involving multiple stakeholders, functions and customers
    Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
    Clearance Level: Confidential
    Other Important Information You Should Know
    Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
    Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
    Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
    Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
    Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
    The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
    At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

    With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

    If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
    Experience Level: 4 yr and up College
    Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
    Relocation Available: Possible
    Career Area: Public Relations
    Type: Full-Time
    Shift: First
  • Apply Now

    About

    At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

    Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.

    Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.

    Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.

    Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

    Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.

    Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.

    Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

    • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
    • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
    • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

    Back to Job Navigation (About)

    Qualifications

    See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.

    • Collaborative

      There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

    • Curious

      The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

    • Goal-oriented

      From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

    • Proactive

      The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

    • Problem Solver

      You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

    • Strategic

      You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

    Back to Job Navigation (Qualifications)

    Quote

    “Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

    Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

    Benefits

    • Healthcare

      Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

    • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

      Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

    • Professional Development

      We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

    • Maternity and Paternity Leave

      Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

    • Paid Time Off

      We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

    • Flex-time

      Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

    Back to Job Navigation (Benefits)