Marketing & Communications Specialist

Crane Aerospace and Electronics  has an exciting opportunity for a Marketing & Communications Specialist at our  Lynnwood, WA  location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics  supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!   Job Summary: Interested in shaping the narrative of a leading global aerospace & defense supplier? From powering NASA missions to developing next-generation defense solutions and engineering technologies that define the future of flight, Crane A&E is driving industry innovation and is looking for a Marketing & Communications Specialist with a focus on internal communications to help tell our story. We’re looking for a cross-functional storyteller with a journalistic mindset who can uncover compelling stories from the shop floor to senior leadership. As Marketing & Communications Specialist, you will build relationships across the company and use interviewing, writing, photography, video skills and more to help strengthen and modernize how we communicate internally. The Marketing & Communications specialist will also assist Crane A&E’s Marketing & Communications team with a wide range of communication initiatives, including trade shows, employee communications, marketing collateral, web content, presentation development, media relations and event planning. Essential Functions: Act as primary Internal Communications lead, networking across the business to find compelling narratives that build culture and showcase Crane A&E’s industry and societal impact Lead the development of Crane A&E’s internal communication’s deliverables – company newsletter, SharePoint company page, visual communications platform, executive communications Develop written, video and other forms of new media content to showcase Crane A&E news (business wins, product launches, philanthropy and more) Manage Crane A&E’s internal editorial/content calendar Partner with HR and other internal stakeholders to develop and lead internal communications campaigns Contribute photography/videography support, as needed, in conjunction with Crane A&E’s Marketing & Communications team content leads Support media relations plan, help write and distribute trade releases, maintain media list and track earned media placements   Translate complex business and engineering topics into easy-to-understand content for employees across the business Apply Crane A&E brand guidelines and standards across all internal and external facing content Perform analytics reporting to measure effectiveness and impact of internal communications activities  Eligibility Requirement:  This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Minimum Qualifications: Experience: 3-8 years relevant work experience within a newsroom, corporate or agency environment Knowledge: Experienced content creator with strong AP style writing skills and storytelling background; Ability to present information clearly in written form; Understanding of strategic communications planning and principles Skills/Abilities: High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Foundational Adobe Creative Suite experience; Foundational videography/photography production and editing experience; Exceptional time management with great respect for deadlines; Ability to translate complex topics into digestible information. Education/Certifications: BA or BS degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or another related field Preferred Qualifications : Prior aerospace & defense industry experience Demonstrated Adobe Creative Suite skill (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects) Experience using MailChimp email marketing software Experience using AI Tools (Co-Pilot) to expedite workflow Strong portfolio of previous work samples High emotional intelligence, collaborative team player, strong interpersonal and communication skills Willingness to travel on a minimal basis Top Benefits: As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy: Benefits:  Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month Time Off:  15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year. 401k Retirement Plan:  401k plan with company match Education Reimbursement:  eligible after 6 months of employment ​ You can see a list of our benefits at  https://www.craneae.com/company/careers  or visit our website at  www.CraneAE.com  for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Cr