Firefly Aerospace engages in providing economical and convenient access to space for small payloads through the design, manufacture, and operation of reliable launch vehicles. Backed by Space Capital.
About the role
Firefly has an exciting opportunity to join our marketing and communications team as a Public Relations Manager. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, this position will manage Firefly's media relations and help amplify Firefly's story with key aerospace, defense, and technology audiences. The ideal candidate has experience with rules and regulations surrounding a public traded company, strong storyteller with established media relationships, excellent writing skills, and sound news judgment. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or equivalent work or educational experience
- 5 -10 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications, either in-house or at an agency
- Publicly traded company experience required, with a preference in the aerospace or defense industry
- Experience with quarterly earnings and investor relations
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including proficiency in AP style
- Established relationships with aerospace, defense, and/or technology media preferred
More about this role
Firefly has an exciting opportunity to join our marketing and communications team as a Public Relations Manager. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, this position will manage Firefly's media relations and help amplify Firefly's story with key aerospace, defense, and technology audiences. The ideal candidate has experience with rules and regulations surrounding a public traded company, strong storyteller with established media relationships, excellent writing skills, and sound news judgment. They have experience working with highly technical information and translating into key messages that are understandable to multiple audiences. They must be collaborative, proactive, organized, attentive to detail, and operate with a sense of urgency. This candidate also thrives and meets deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where news can break at any moment.
- Manage the development of press releases for key news items, including program milestones, contract awards, partnerships, and company updates.
- Manage all media inquiries, including triaging requests, coordinating responses with subject matter experts, and preparing spokespeople for interviews.
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