About Us:
As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.
Pursuit Aerospace has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.
About the Opportunity:
The Senior Manager of Communications is responsible for shaping and elevating Pursuit Aerospace’s narrative across internal and external audiences. This leader will develop a cohesive storytelling strategy that highlights Pursuit Aerospace’s mission, values, technological innovation, and growth trajectory. They will serve as a key guardian of the company’s voice, ensuring unified and impactful messaging across all communication channels.
Location: Remote, Travel is expected to be about 25% if remote, will be less if located in Connecticut
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy that clearly articulates Pursuit Aerospace’s story, culture, and long-term vision.
- Craft engaging narratives for executive communications, marketing materials, press releases, digital content, social media, and customer-facing messaging.
- Partner closely with executive leadership to position the company’s brand, milestones, and transformation initiatives.
- Lead proactive storytelling efforts, identifying opportunities to highlight innovation, operations excellence, employee achievements, and strategic partnerships.
- Manage internal communications programs that strengthen employee engagement, alignment, and cultural cohesion.
- Oversee media relations strategy, including drafting press materials, coordinating interviews, and cultivating relationships with key industry outlets.
- Ensure consistent voice and message discipline across all internal and external channels.
- Partner with HR, Marketing, and Operations to support change management communications and narrative frameworks.
- Track communication performance metrics and continuously optimize content strategy.
- Manage communication tools, platforms, and resources to modernize and enhance reach and effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or relevant field;
- 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, preferably in aerospace, manufacturing, or technology-driven environments.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
- Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exceptional storytelling, writing, and editing skills with a proven ability to craft compelling narratives.
- Experience supporting executive-level communication programs.
- Strong understanding of brand voice development and message architecture.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional communication initiatives.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging content.
- Strong project management skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high‑growth environment.
- Strategic mindset with an ability to see both the big picture and detail-level execution.
- High emotional intelligence and strong partnership-building skills.
- Creative thinker with the ability to bring abstract concepts to life through narrative.
- Confident communicator with polished presentation skills.
- Comfortable working under pressure with tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
Working Conditions
- Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
- Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
- Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.
Acknowledgements:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Benefits:
Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a relevant field
- 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications
- Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or technology-driven environments
- Authorized to work full-time in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
- Able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations
- Exceptional storytelling, writing, and editing skills
- Experience supporting executive-level communication programs
- Understanding of brand voice development and message architecture
- Ability to lead cross-functional communication initiatives
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, engaging content
- Strong project management skills
- Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail
- High emotional intelligence and partnership-building skills
- Polished presentation and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and multiple priorities
Pursuit Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is offered with first-of-month eligibility, plus HSA funding, a wellness incentive, and access to a care concierge. Company-paid short-term disability and basic life/AD&D add protection beyond the basics.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and company-paid holidays are part of the package, with some listings highlighting “generous PTO.” Parental leave is referenced in employer profiles, rounding out the time-off menu.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently advertised across postings and benefit listings. This provides baseline retirement savings support even when exact match details are not always publicly specified.
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What We Do
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, specializing in precision-engineered parts and assemblies for commercial and military aerospace through highly integrated processes.
