Marketing & Communications Specialist

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Maxar Space Systems is seeking a dynamic and versatile Marketing & Communications Specialist to support a range of internal and external engagement and communications efforts, for our offices in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will serve as the primary Customer Engagement focal for Maxar Space Systems, while also contributing as a writer for internal communications, technical writing, social media content and desktop editing, supporting new business and program activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in content development, writing, editing and digital communications, with the ability to manage multiple tasks across platforms and formats.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer engagement activities across Maxar Space Systems.
• Support and execute customer engagement meetings/visits and events.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver top-notch engagement experiences for both guests and internal stakeholders.

Internal Communications & Technical Writing:

• Research, write and edit internal announcements, updates, newsletters, talking points, and technical content.
• Translate complex technical information into accessible and engaging formats for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support team communications with clear, concise messaging aligned with company tone and voice.

Social Media Content:

• Develop content for social media platforms that showcases Maxar Space Systems' innovations, teams and culture.
• Write engaging copy tailored to different channels and audiences while maintaining a consistent brand voice.
• Track, analyze and report on performance metrics to optimize future content strategy.

Desktop Editing & Visual Support:

• Format, refine and visually polish communications materials including presentations, reports, proposals and marketing collateral.
• Ensure visual consistency across all materials in accordance with brand guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• 2 years of professional experience in customer engagement/events, communications, marketing or content development.
• Writing, editing and proofreading skills with a portfolio demonstrating versatility and clarity.
• Experience creating and managing internal communications and social media content.
• Understanding of customer and stakeholder engagement principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Familiarity with editing tools and platforms for document formatting and publishing.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications:

• Experience in the aerospace or high-tech industries.
• Experience working with technical teams or in an engineering-focused environment.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Instagram and Facebook.
• Basic understanding of data analytics and performance tracking for communications initiatives.

● The base pay for this position within California is: $68,000.00 - $114,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

The date of posting can be found on Maxar’s Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Maxar’s Career page.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.