Public Relations Manager

We are looking for a strategic and efficient Public Relations Manager to shape and elevate our external voice in the aerospace industry. Based in Torrance, California, this role will drive earned media efforts, strengthen brand positioning, and turn complex technical accomplishments into stories that connect with customers, industry audiences, and the broader market. The ideal candidate brings a mix of strong writing ability, media savvy, and program leadership, with the confidence to build communications plans that support business objectives and increase visibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a communications specialist ready to take ownership of high-impact initiatives and help define how an aviation leader is represented globally.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage an annual public relations strategy that supports major business priorities, product activity, and brand objectives.
• Plan and execute communications initiatives by selecting the right mix of media outreach, events, and content to achieve defined goals.
• Set measurable performance indicators for campaigns and evaluate results through reporting on visibility, sentiment, and broader business impact.
• Oversee public relations projects from early planning and budget coordination through execution, analysis, and post-campaign review.
• Build a clear and compelling brand story that reinforces the company's position as a trusted leader in mission-driven aviation solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and industry influencers across aviation, manufacturing, and business media.
• Secure meaningful press coverage through timely pitching, responsive media engagement, and well-prepared interview coordination.
• Prepare high-quality communications materials such as press releases, executive messaging, feature content, newsletters, and contributed articles while ensuring AP Style accuracy.
• Identify noteworthy developments across engineering, production, and business operations and translate them into accessible stories for external audiences.
• Support urgent and sensitive communications needs with clear, accurate messaging while collaborating with teams across manufacturing, sales, finance, human resources, customer service, training, vendors, dealers, and service partners.