Communications Manager
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Key Responsibilities: Partner with technical teams to translate maritime autonomy and AI breakthroughs into compelling stories for diverse audiences.
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Author briefs, speeches, and talking points for leadership in preparation for high-stakes meetings and public appearances.
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Manage inbound media requests and proactively shape our public presence with precision and speed.
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Act as the bridge between engineering, operations, and external stakeholders to ensure messaging is both technically accurate and highly impactful.
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Exercise high-level judgment in "gray area" situations, determining the optimal tone and content for sensitive defense and emerging technology topics.
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Produce high-quality written content that influences how our technical ideas and hardware deployments are understood globally.
Qualifications (Preferred):
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5–10 years of experience in communications, journalism, or a related field.
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A track record of producing work that effectively explains complex technical or scientific ideas.
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Ability to write with extreme clarity, speed, and technical accuracy.
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A genuine interest in defense technology, maritime security, and emerging AI.
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Proven ability to navigate ambiguous environments and make sound decisions on what information to disclose to the public or policymakers.
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Comfort with a "startup" pace where responsibilities shift quickly based on product milestones or geopolitical events.
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Previous experience in technical journalism or public affairs for high-growth startups.
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Familiarity with the policy landscape surrounding autonomous systems and AI.
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Motivation by mission and a desire to tell the story behind consequential technology.
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