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Airbus • Kinston, North Carolina, United States

Communications Manager/Specialist - Internal & Community Engagement

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description:

The Communications Specialist serves as a strategic Communications advisor and hands-on executor, with a primary focus on driving impactful Internal Communications and fostering positive community engagement at Airbus sites. This role is essential for maintaining an informed internal workforce and building strong, sustainable relationships with local communities.

Primary Responsibilities:

Internal Communications and Events Management:

  • Develop and execute comprehensive internal communication strategies, campaigns, and plans that align with company objectives and culture.
  • Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of site-wide internal events, town halls, employee briefings, and celebratory activities to boost morale and achievement of business objectives.
  • Oversee internal communication channels (e.g., HUB, newsletters, digital screens) ensuring content is timely, relevant, and engaging.

Content Strategy and Advisory:

  • Act as a trusted content advisor to various internal stakeholders and departments, helping them craft clear, consistent, and compelling messages.
  • Create, write, edit, and curate high-quality internal content, including articles, news stories, executive messages, presentations, and communication toolkits.

Brand Internal and Local Alignment:

  • Ensure the consistent application of the Airbus brand identity, tone, and messaging within all internal communications and local community interactions.
  • Develop communication materials that reinforce the company's values, mission, and strategic priorities to the internal audience.

Community Engagement and Outreach:

  • Execute and coordinate Community Engagement events managed by the Communications department to enhance Airbus's reputation as a responsible corporate citizen within the local operating communities.
  • Manage proactive outreach programs designed to foster strong, mutual beneficial relationships with key community leaders, organizations, and residents.
  • Site Sponsorships and Donations Management: execute the site's program for corporate sponsorships and charitable donations, ensuring alignment with corporate social responsibility (CSR) guidelines and local site strategic priorities.

Site Visits and Protocol Management:

  • Lead the communications planning and execution for high-profile site visits, including those involving government officials, corporate executives, etc.
  • Establish and manage the necessary protocol and communication materials to ensure successful and impactful visits, working closely with security, facilities, and executive support teams.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or related field required.

Experience:

  • Required: 5+ years experience in corporate communications, internal communications, or public relations.
  • Preferred : Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry; previous experience supporting C-suite executives.

Travel Required:

  • 25% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

  • Authorized to work in US

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

  • Required :
    • Exceptional storytelling, writing, and editing skills; expertise in event management and internal engagement strategies; ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
    • Technical Systems Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides), CMS platforms (HUB), and digital newsletter tools.
  • Preferred :
    • Knowledge of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) frameworks and community relations management
    • Technical Systems: Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign/Photoshop) and social media management tools (e.g., Haiilo, LinkedIn).

Communication Skills:

  • Required : Mastery of written and spoken English; ability to influence senior stakeholders; executive-level presentation skills; excellent public communications and influencing skills (Spoken and Written).
  • Preferred : Proficiency in French, German, or Spanish (Airbus core languages).

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
Flexible

Job Family:
Company Communication
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Job Posting End Date: 04.28.2026

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Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave
Annual bonus
Bike parking
Coaching
Complimentary Medical Services
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Enhanced sick pay
Family health insurance
Health insurance
In house training
Language lessons
Mentoring
On-site gym
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Referral bonus
Sabbaticals
Teambuilding days
Mental health support
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders

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