Mercury Systems
Vice President Communications/ Marketing
Mercury Systems, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Mercury Systems is a leading aerospace & defense technology company at the forefront of Innovation that Matters, driving advancements in mission-critical processing at the edge.
Position OverviewThe Vice President of Communications and Marketing Operations will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communications, employee engagement and marketing strategy that supports Mercury's business objectives, enhances its reputation, and strengthens its global brand presence. The Vice President partners on Mercury's top campaigns, leading to an improved "probability of win." Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this role also integrates communications and marketing efforts with Human Resources to drive employee engagement, brand alignment, and corporate culture. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned communications and marketing professional with deep experience in the aerospace or technology sectors and a background in marketing operations.Key Responsibilities- Strategic Communications Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic communications and marketing plan that aligns with the company's vision, mission, and priorities to foster a cohesive culture.- Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, industry analysts, and influencers. This function serves as the company's primary spokesperson and manages media inquiries, interviews and press releases.- Internal Communications: Oversee internal communications strategies in partnership with HR to ensure consistent and clear messaging across the organization. Foster employee engagement by promoting a transparent, informed, inclusive and connected workforce.- Crisis Management: Lead the company's crisis communication efforts, including preparing for and responding to emergencies, controversies, or other high-stakes situations. Develop and maintain crisis communication plans and protocols.- Marketing Operations: Direct marketing operations, including branding, analytics, content creation, and promotional campaigns. Collaborate closely across the organization to reinforce the employer brand.- Digital and Social Media Strategy: Direct the company's digital communications and marketing strategy, including content creation, social media management, and online reputation management. Leverage digital tools to enhance brand visibility and stakeholder engagement.Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication and marketing channels. Manage corporate branding initiatives to enhance both external and internal brand perception.- Executive Communications: Partner with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to develop and deliver key messages to internal and external audiences, including speeches, presentations, and thought leadership content. Take a lead role in organizing communications and content for special events, including investor presentations and other external stakeholder engagements.- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications and marketing team. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and resoect within the department.QualificationsRequired:- Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.- Minimum of 15 years of experience in communications, marketing, or related roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position, including positions in an operating unit and in a corporate office.- Proven track record in leading communications and marketing strategy within the aerospace, technology, or defense industries.- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience serving as a company spokesperson.- Strong understanding of media relations, digital communications, marketing operations, and social media strategies.- Experience managing crisis communications and navigating complex, high-stakes situations.- Ability to build and maintain relationships with media and industry stakeholders.- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience leading and developing high-performing teams.- Strong business acumen and the ability to align communications and marketing strategy with business goals.Preferred :- Master's degree preferred- Strong preference for experience in Aerospace & Defense industry or experience working in a technology focused organization
Additional Information- This position requires occasional travel.- May be required to obtain and maintain security clearance."This position requires you to have the ability to obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens."Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:* the role and related responsibilities;* prior work experience;* education, training, skills and certifications;* internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;* geographic location; and* alignment with market data.
In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:
* bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);* health, life and disability insurance;* company-paid holidays and time off;* 401(k) retirement plan;* discounted employee stock purchase plan;* tuition reimbursement; and* access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.
Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards.
Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)SecretThis position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual.Why should you join Mercury Systems?
Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.comOur CultureWe are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQsMercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the number below.(978) 256-1300Click here read about our recent press release.Click Here to learn about OFCCP
Position OverviewThe Vice President of Communications and Marketing Operations will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communications, employee engagement and marketing strategy that supports Mercury's business objectives, enhances its reputation, and strengthens its global brand presence. The Vice President partners on Mercury's top campaigns, leading to an improved "probability of win." Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this role also integrates communications and marketing efforts with Human Resources to drive employee engagement, brand alignment, and corporate culture. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned communications and marketing professional with deep experience in the aerospace or technology sectors and a background in marketing operations.Key Responsibilities- Strategic Communications Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic communications and marketing plan that aligns with the company's vision, mission, and priorities to foster a cohesive culture.- Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, industry analysts, and influencers. This function serves as the company's primary spokesperson and manages media inquiries, interviews and press releases.- Internal Communications: Oversee internal communications strategies in partnership with HR to ensure consistent and clear messaging across the organization. Foster employee engagement by promoting a transparent, informed, inclusive and connected workforce.- Crisis Management: Lead the company's crisis communication efforts, including preparing for and responding to emergencies, controversies, or other high-stakes situations. Develop and maintain crisis communication plans and protocols.- Marketing Operations: Direct marketing operations, including branding, analytics, content creation, and promotional campaigns. Collaborate closely across the organization to reinforce the employer brand.- Digital and Social Media Strategy: Direct the company's digital communications and marketing strategy, including content creation, social media management, and online reputation management. Leverage digital tools to enhance brand visibility and stakeholder engagement.Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication and marketing channels. Manage corporate branding initiatives to enhance both external and internal brand perception.- Executive Communications: Partner with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to develop and deliver key messages to internal and external audiences, including speeches, presentations, and thought leadership content. Take a lead role in organizing communications and content for special events, including investor presentations and other external stakeholder engagements.- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications and marketing team. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and resoect within the department.QualificationsRequired:- Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.- Minimum of 15 years of experience in communications, marketing, or related roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position, including positions in an operating unit and in a corporate office.- Proven track record in leading communications and marketing strategy within the aerospace, technology, or defense industries.- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience serving as a company spokesperson.- Strong understanding of media relations, digital communications, marketing operations, and social media strategies.- Experience managing crisis communications and navigating complex, high-stakes situations.- Ability to build and maintain relationships with media and industry stakeholders.- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience leading and developing high-performing teams.- Strong business acumen and the ability to align communications and marketing strategy with business goals.Preferred :- Master's degree preferred- Strong preference for experience in Aerospace & Defense industry or experience working in a technology focused organization
Additional Information- This position requires occasional travel.- May be required to obtain and maintain security clearance."This position requires you to have the ability to obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens."Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:* the role and related responsibilities;* prior work experience;* education, training, skills and certifications;* internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;* geographic location; and* alignment with market data.
In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:
* bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);* health, life and disability insurance;* company-paid holidays and time off;* 401(k) retirement plan;* discounted employee stock purchase plan;* tuition reimbursement; and* access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.
Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards.
Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)SecretThis position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual.Why should you join Mercury Systems?
Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.comOur CultureWe are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQsMercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the number below.(978) 256-1300Click here read about our recent press release.Click Here to learn about OFCCP