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Job Description

Summary

AV is seeking a Sr. Corporate Communications Specialist to join our Marketing & Communications team. In this role, you’ll develop and execute a content strategy plan to consistently deliver high-quality content across external channels.

You’ll work closely with the Sr. Manager of Communications and collaborate cross-functionally with product marketing, technical experts, and executive leadership to develop content that builds the AV brand, amplifies AV leadership voices as forward-thinking industry experts, showcases our technologies to current and potential customers, and supports Business Development and Investor Relations goals.

Position Responsibilities:

+ Support the development and execution of a comprehensive external communications strategy aligned with corporate brand, product marketing, and business objectives

+ Develop editorial calendar and deliver high-impact content across all channels (press releases, website, case studies, social media, etc.)

+ Collaborate cross-functionally with executives, subject matter experts, engineers, Government Relations, Investor Relations, and Marketing & Communications team to create thought leadership assets (editorials, whitepapers, social media, etc.)

+ Identify and support key speaking engagements and thought leadership opportunities for executives and senior leadership (industry tradeshows, investor forums, webinars, podcasts, etc.)

+ Translate technically complex material into easily digestible messaging for targeted audiences

+ Support Internal Communications and Social Media team with content creation

+ Maintain brand voice and editorial style guide to ensure consistency across content

+ Efficiently manage the full content development cycle (content gathering, drafts, edits, approvals, deadlines, etc.) and multiple fast-paced workflows

+ Navigate a matrixed, dynamic environment with agility and prioritize effectively amid shifting demands

+ Manage multiple projects simultaneously and track progress through project management tools such as Monday, Asana, Jira, or similar platforms

+ **Other duties as assigned**

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

+ BA in journalism, English, communications, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

+ 8+ years of communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, or editorial experience

+ Proven ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, compelling narratives

+ Strong project management skills with experience juggling multiple priorities and stakeholders

+ Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills

+ Strong communications skills, both written and oral

+ Ability to work in a team environment and independently

+ Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a sharp eye for detail

+ Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

+ Defense industry experience

+ Experience supporting successful executive thought leadership campaigns

+ Portfolio of relevant work demonstrating strategic thinking and content craftsmanship

+ Knowledge of Meltwater or other PR management software

+ Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

+ Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

+ Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

+ Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

+ Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands:

+ Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

+ Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Special Requirements:

+ **_U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or_** _asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required._

+ Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

The salary range for this role is:

$88,800 - $126,000

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

_T_ _his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements._

**Benefits** : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

_We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status._

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About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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