Media Relations Strategist

Description: **Must be willing to work at an LM facility**

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Media Relations Strategist to join the Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) business area. Reporting to the Manager of Media Relations, the Media Relations Strategist 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.

What You Will Be Doing

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 and munitions acceleration stories, manage high-stakes media moments, maintain strong relationships, and provide media relations expertise to colleagues.
The ideal candidate is a sharp media strategist, trusted spokesperson, strong writer and a collaborative teammate.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Lead media strategy development and execution to secure high-impact coverage in national, trade and technology media outlets.
• Identify and develop compelling 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.
• Serve as a spokesperson, representing MFC in high-visibility or sensitive engagements.
• Collaborate across integrated communications functions to align messaging and maximize impact.
• Develop and manage integrated communications plans that include news releases, talking points, fact sheets, executive communications, op-eds and bylined articles.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a sharp media strategist, trusted spokesperson, strong writer, and collaborative teammate who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape the narrative of cutting‑edge defense technologies and make a tangible impact on Lockheed Martin’s reputation.

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 located in Dallas, TX or Orlando, FL. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:
• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or related field.
• 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.
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.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $90,200 - $159,045. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $103,700 - $179,860. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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