Functional, Leadership & Change Communications, Specialist

Job Description
What’s it like to work at BAE Systems? It’s a place where your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a real impact. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a culture of innovation, collaboration, and purpose, where you can grow your career while helping to shape the future of global security.
As a Communications Specialist on the Functional, Leadership, and Change Communications team, you’ll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where the work impacts the entire enterprise of over 40,000 employees. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that values fresh ideas and creative approaches to communication. If you’re looking for a job where you can make a difference and grow your career, this is the role for you.
In this early career Communications Specialist job, you will play a key role in supporting internal communications strategies that drive engagement, alignment, and understanding across the organization. You’ll collaborate with team members and stakeholders to craft compelling messages, develop creative content, and execute communication plans that support leadership initiatives, organizational change, and functional priorities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and execution of internal communication strategies and plans that align with enterprise goals and priorities.
• Create and publish engaging content for a variety of channels, including emails, newsletters, presentations, intranet articles, etc.
• Support leadership communications by drafting talking points, presentations, and other materials that amplify key messages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure message consistency and alignment with internal communications approach across the organization.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of communication efforts, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices to bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to the team.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
What we’re looking for:

• A passion for communication and a talent for crafting clear, compelling messages.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn and grow as part of a supportive team.
• A bachelor’s degree is required, with a related major (e.g., communications, public relations, marketing) preferred but not required.
• Proven experience with digital platforms and channels (e.g. intranet, Microsoft 365, Slack/Teams, SharePoint).
• Strong desire to enrich the work/life experience of the people of BAE Systems with compelling content and informative communications.
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions and organizational layers

This Communications Specialist job is your chance to launch your career in a role that combines creativity, strategy, and impact. Join us at BAE Systems and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of communication across the enterprise.




Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $67406 - $114590

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $67,406 - $114,590