What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Communications Specialist position at MAGNIX USA INC?
About magniX: Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, magniX is a pioneer in electric propulsion and battery technology for the aerospace industry. We’re working to revolutionize how the world connects by transforming the way aircraft are powered. magniX has been at the leading edge of electric propulsion innovation for almost 20 years, and has successfully demonstrated our technology in flight. We are now on the path to take our proven technology and innovative products to market. Join us to be part of a passionate team that is ushering in a new era of aviation.
About the role: The Marketing Communications Specialist is responsible for coordinating communications, marketing, and events. The role supports the delivery of magniX's communications strategy and campaigns, content creation, media relations, and manages key events and shows throughout the year.
Primary Responsibilities:
Marketing and Event Coordination (30%)
- Coordinate key events and tradeshows throughout the year, including the magniX presence at major airshows such as Oshkosh, Sun n’ Fun and European shows, to showcase magniX technologies.
- Manage a suite of marketing materials, including brochures, datasheets, banners, digital assets and presentations, to support shows as well as outreach at smaller events.
- Drive growth of magniX’s brand presence across digital and social media channels by communicating the company’s technology leadership and vision for sustainable aviation.
- Monitor competitor activity and media coverage to build market intelligence and identify opportunities for brand differentiation.
Communications Strategy (20%)
- Develop, implement, and monitor magniX’s annual communications strategy to raise awareness of magniX and drive interest in the company and its mission.
- Coordinate communications planning for major projects and initiatives across the company to strengthen trust and engagement with magniX.
Communications Content (30%)
- Plan and produce integrated content that positions magniX as a market leader, including LinkedIn posts, articles, and written stories across owned channels.
- Coordinate video and photography production, from briefing and shoot logistics through to final delivery, ensuring output aligns with brand standards.
- Identify, curate, and develop compelling stories in a range of formats to engage priority audiences.
- Review external content, including website materials, to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with brand standards.
Media Relations and Reputational Management (20%)
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets to enhance corporate reputation and support marketing and communications programs.
- Contribute to issue and crisis communications efforts to protect and enhance magniX's reputation.
- Draft press releases, press kits, articles, and thought leadership content.
- Coordinate media gatherings, press briefings, and related events.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors’ degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
- 4 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or marketing.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with coordinating trade shows and event planning.
- Strong background in developing and delivering communications plans.
- Experience creating and editing high-quality content for external and internal audiences.
- Experience building and managing relationships with cross-functional teams, leaders, media, and external partners.
Location: Applicants must be willing and able to commute to magniX's location in Everett, Washington.
Travel Requirements: This role requires up to 20% national and internation travel
Compensation & Benefits
- 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employees & dependents).
- 4 weeks paid vacation 1-week annual end-of-year shutdown, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
- 401K retirement plan with industry leading 9.5% company contribution.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
- Catered lunches and quarterly company fun-day events!
Salary Range: $95k-$125k
E-Verify: magniX utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification
Pre-employment Screenings: Employment with magniX is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements including a background screen.
Export Control Compliance: This position may require access to export-controlled data. To meet export control compliance requirements, candidates must be a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), or an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.
EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job.
Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Required PPE provided by magniX based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the manufacturing and testing floor:
- Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
- Safety shoes
- Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles
Diversity and Inclusion: magniX is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability status.
Salary : $95,000 - $125,000