Head of Corporate Communications

About Acron Aviation:

Acron Aviation is a global leader in commercial aviation solutions - designed, engineered, and delivered by a team of passionate innovators redefining what’s possible in flight. From advanced avionics and flight data intelligence to world-class simulation and pilot training, we support aircraft operators and OEMs with the technology and expertise to fly safer, smarter, and more efficiently. Now, with a bold new identity, we’re building on a legacy of aviation excellence - unleashing fresh energy, modern thinking, and a customer-first mindset to meet the demands of today’s rapidly evolving aerospace industry. Welcome to Acron Aviation - where the future takes flight!

Job Title: Head of Corporate Communications

Job Location: St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Purpose

The Head of Corporate Communications leads the company's global communications strategy as it scales and engages broader external stakeholders. This role develops a strong corporate narrative, manages media relations, supports major corporate milestones, and strengthens the organization’s reputation as it matures into a larger, more visible enterprise. The role requires experience operating in public-company environments and familiarity with investor relations communications, while maintaining confidentiality regarding specific corporate strategies.

Essential Behaviors:

· #CustomerFirst – Ensures message clarity and stakeholder understanding.

· #OwnIt – Owns communication outcomes and narrative discipline.

· #SpeakCandidly – Provides trusted and transparent executive counsel.

· #MoveFast – Acts with urgency, sound judgment, and precision.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Communications Leadership

· Lead enterprise communications across media relations, executive messaging, internal communications, and reputation management.

· Serve as advisor to CEO, CFO, and executive leadership on messaging, risks, and communication strategy.

Strategic Messaging & Narrative Development

· Build a compelling corporate narrative emphasizing mission, value, momentum, and long-term goals.

· Ensure alignment and consistency across internal and external channels.

Major Corporate Milestone Communications

· Lead communications for significant company events such as financing milestones, leadership transitions, governance developments, and strategic initiatives.

· Coordinate with legal, financial, and communications advisors to ensure aligned messaging.

Familiarity With Investor Communications

· Apply experience supporting companies through investor events in a confidential manner.

· Evaluate exchange-driven marketing and visibility opportunities without disclosing sensitive corporate intentions.

· Guide how to leverage such opportunities for stronger positioning and stakeholder engagement.

Media Relations & Visibility

· Build relationships with business, financial, and trade media.

· Oversee executive interviews, press strategy, thought leadership, and storytelling efforts.

Internal Communications & Change Leadership

· Develop communications supporting cultural evolution and organizational alignment.

· Ensure timely, transparent communications for employees during periods of change.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

· Ensure that all communications adhere to governance expectations, regulatory sensitivity, and approval workflows.

· Maintain disciplined disclosure-aware processes aligned with expectations of a larger, more visible enterprise.

Core Capabilities

· Corporate Communications Strategy & Leadership

· Executive & Financial Communications

· Media Relations & Reputation Management

· Crisis & Issues Management

· Narrative Development & Storytelling

· Listing-Process Communications Experience

· Executive Influence & Cross-Functional Leadership

Qualifications

· 12 years of corporate communications experience, including senior leadership roles.

· Experience supporting major financial or governance milestones.

· Strong relationships with financial and business media.

· Exceptional executive communication and narrative development skills.

· Strong discretion and experience operating in highly confidential environments.

Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Acron Aviation is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.  

Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. 

Acron Aviation is an E-Verify Employer.