Description:**Work location is either Orlando, FL or Dallas, TX**
Lockheed Martin is seeking a Media Relations Manager to join the Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) business area. Reporting to the Senior Manager of External Communications at Lockheed Martin’s Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), the Media Relations Manager will be a strategic, motivated public relations professional responsible for shaping and executing media relations efforts that highlight the business area’s portfolio, technologies and innovation. This role is critical to building and protecting MFC’s reputation through proactive storytelling and responsive media engagement.
The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of strategic media campaigns that elevate MFC’s role in delivering next-generation defense technologies. This individual will uncover and promote compelling innovation stories, manage high-stakes media moments, and provide expert crisis communications support. Working collaboratively with peers across digital, marketing and program communications teams, this role helps ensure consistent messaging across paid, earned, shared and owned channels. This role also provides strategic leadership and coaching for direct reports and peers across the MFC Communications team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages growth and performance.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader, strong writer, sharp media strategist, trusted spokesperson and a collaborative teammate who thrives in fast-paced environments.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Media Relations Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of strategic media campaigns that elevate MFC's role in delivering next-generation defense technologies. You will uncover and promote compelling innovation stories, manage high-stakes media moments, and provide expert crisis communications support, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Lead media strategy development and execution to secure high-impact coverage in national, trade and technology media outlets.
• Identify and develop compelling innovation and technology storylines that align with business objectives and resonate with external audiences.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key journalists and editors through regular, proactive outreach.
• Pitch complex, technical topics clearly and persuasively to general and trade media.
• Act as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders, advising on media strategy and providing expert guidance on news releases, messaging and media opportunities.
• Lead crisis communications response planning and execution, including rapid-response media coordination
Why Join Us
We're looking for a strategic, motivated, and collaborative Media Relations Manager to join our team. If you're a strong writer, sharp media strategist, and trusted spokesperson who thrives in fast-paced environments, we encourage you to apply. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, build and protect MFC's reputation, and contribute to the success of our team. As a self-starter with a results-driven mindset, you will excel in this role and help shape the future of Lockheed Martin's media relations efforts.
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related field.
• Previous leadership or managerial experience
• Strong understanding of contemporary media landscapes, including social media trends and digital newsrooms.
• Experience in media monitoring and analysis, including volume, share of voice and sentiment metrics.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with proficiency in AP style.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a high attention to detail and adherence to tight deadlines.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and exercises sound judgment under pressure.
• Strong collaboration skills and a results-driven mindset.
• Must be a U.S. citizen due to facility requirements
Desired Skills:
• Previous experience in journalism or working directly with reporters strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in crisis communications and issues management.
• Background in public affairs or corporate communications, particularly in regulated or defense-related industries.
• Ability to translate complex, technical information into clear, engaging content for external audiences.
• Experience managing or contributing to media training programs and spokesperson development.
• Experience leading teams to successful results.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Public Relations
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First