Strategic Communications Manager

Vannevar Labs builds next generation defense software for the public servants keeping our country safe.  As a team, we exist because we believe in public service, and we think that our democracy and government improve only if we put serious, collective effort into improving them, including the technology our government uses.   

This mission has become urgent. Ukraine is engaged in a war for survival with Russia. China regularly flies nuclear-capable bombers into Taiwan and Japan’s airspace. The US and our allies are fighting a war of deterrence with woefully outdated technology. We build software to support these missions, including providing battlefield information to allies, identifying malign activity, and helping the US deter and deescalate conflict.  

We are a profitable growth startup with some of the best defense investors in the world, including General Catalyst, DFJ Growth, Point72, and enterprise tech investors Costanoa and Felicis. 

Vannevar Labs is looking for a Strategic Communications Manager to lead the development and execution of our communications and marketing strategy. This role will focus on building out a team dedicated to driving the company’s business objectives through strategic communications, media relations, digital marketing, and thought leadership and internal communications. You will work closely with leadership to craft and deliver compelling messages that resonate with external stakeholders, customers, and employees alike. 

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with strong communications expertise, capable of overseeing all aspects of communications and marketing to help position Vannevar Labs as a leader in national security technology. 

What You'll Do

• Strategic Communications: Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with Vannevar Labs' business objectives, including media relations, think tank engagement, public affairs, and internal communications. 
• Brand Building: Work closely with our leadership to shape and maintain a compelling company narrative that articulates our mission, technology and impact. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media, analysts, and external stakeholders to enhance the company’s visibility and reputation. 
• Content Creation and Distribution: Oversee the creation of high quality written, visual, and multimedia content for external communications, including press releases, blogs, newsletters, and social media. 
• Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of communication and marketing strategies. 

• 5+ years of experience in communications and marketing, ideally within the defense, technology, or startup sectors. 
• Proven experience in building and leading teams that produce high-impact communications and marketing campaigns. 
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, public relations, and content strategy. 
• A track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies, from concept to execution. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling messages. 
• A passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the national security technology landscape. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment, with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset. 

Vannevar Labs is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't feel like you're a perfect fit. If you're passionate about contributing to our mission, we'd love to hear from you!

IMPORTANT NOTICE
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all applicants. Official emails from the company will come from an @vannevarlabs.com domain. Under no circumstances will a legitimate representative from our company contact you to request passwords, financial information, or other sensitive personal data. Please be vigilant of potential scams.