The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead the communications team in the collaborative, inter-departmental and cross-functional development of high-quality communication material to support the Lab’s strategic vision. This position will be based in North Logan, UT, and reports to the Director of Program Services.

Responsibilities:

· Supervise managers within the communications branch. Staff includes technical writers, proposal management, copywriters, photographers, videographers, graphic artists, and instructional designers.

· Oversees and supports the development of impactful communication products for marketing, program documentation, and proposals. Includes written and visual aspects.

· Manage processes and projects to ensure efficiency and best practices are in place to produce high quality, timely and accurate communication products.

· Has comprehensive, direct experience and technical acumen to constructively support and champion proposal management and program documentation efforts.

· Maintains brand and style guides and ensures adherence to the standards in cooperating with public relations.

· Establishes, maintains, and implements policies and procedures for the communications branch working collaboratively with stakeholders.

· Accountable for SDL Historian efforts to include the preservation and documentation of biographies/remembrances, artifacts, and imagery.

· Responsible for SDL social media management and content in coordination with SDL public relations and Lab leadership.

· Train and mentor new employees within area of responsibility.

· Actively support continuous improvement initiatives.

· Work with SDL’s leadership to develop yearly strategic marketing thrust objectives.

· Promote SDL’s image to a variety of targeted audiences by organizing and supporting world-class exhibits at physical tradeshows and/or virtual marketing events. Manage trade show budget and organizational memberships and associated benefits. Lead exhibit strategy in coordination with applicable divisions and coordinate logistics with Program Services administrative assistant.

· Research opportunities for recognition and nominate employees for external awards.

· Takes on special projects as appropriate such as coordinating and creating materials for large programs or administrative projects.

· Actively works with Communications Branch managers to ensure autonomy, reach back, and forward-thinking strategy to ensure division success.

Required Qualifications:

· BS/BA in applicable field

· Minimum of 15 years of experience developing corporate communications material and brand management

· Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience

· Ability to relate well to people at all levels within and outside of the organization and preserve relationships even under difficult or challenging circumstances

· Strong writing, editing, and research skills to support proposal development and technical writing experience

· Proven project management experience

· Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills and the ability to promote a positive image of the organization

· Trade show or similar marketing experience (travel to trade shows is expected approximately 4-6 weeks a year)

· Knowledgeable regarding social media practices and platforms

· Process-oriented with attention to detail yet able to see the big picture to provide a vision to lead and manage the team

· Extensive understanding of the aerospace industry

· Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

· Active SSBI is preferred

SDL Benefits:

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including:

· Flexible work schedules

· Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave

· A variety of inexpensive-premium, high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance options

· Generous employer retirement contribution (Up to 14.2% of annual gross earnings)

· Discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents

· Access to USU facilities and USU staff privileges

Instructions to applicants:

Along with the online application, please attach:

1) Cover Letter

2) Resume

Once you’ve completed the initial application, you will receive an e-mail requesting you to complete a video digital interview. For more information, please visit: https://hirevue.secure.force.com/E2Candidate/?lang=en_US

Please contact us if you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of applying.

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