Job ID: 714985BR Date posted: Jan. 14, 2026
Description:WHAT WE’RE DOING
Dedicated. Committed. State of the Art.
For more than 40 years, Derco, A Lockheed Martin Company, has provided logistics and technical support for fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. We are an industry leader, offering a suite of fleet management solutions, including spares distribution, logistics solutions, repair and overhaul services and technical solutions.

THE WORK
You will be the Communications Manager for Derco, A Lockheed Martin Company. Our team is responsible for delivering clear, impactful messaging that supports all aspects of Derco’s organization including but not limited to internal communication, external communication, trade shows, company events and executive support. You will be responsible for developing, shaping and executing integrated communications strategies that advance the organization.

Responsibilities will include:
• Lead a team of communications and executive support professionals.
• Create and execute strategic integrated communications plans for the organization.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including program leader communications, executive support, and event management.
• Serve as a valued strategic partner to help shape and support business decisions with appropriate communications tactics.
• Regularly identify and presents new opportunities and best practices for effective and engaging messaging.
• Align key business priorities to communication strategies and coordinate with Lockheed Martin.
• Support site-related activities as needed and execute other duties as assigned.

This is a US-based role requiring approximately 10% domestic and international travel

WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1979, Derco is a world leader in providing aircraft spares, services, and solutions to customers around the globe. Through solid relationships with premier original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Derco maintains one of the largest and most diversified aircraft spares inventories in the world. Today, Derco is a full-service logistics and solutions provider, supporting military and commercial fleets in more than 65 countries. Derco is owned by Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) of Bethesda, MD, a Fortune 100 company.

Learn More About Derco Here

WHO YOU ARE
You are a strategic leader who excels at translating complex ideas into clear, impactful communications while expertly managing tradeshow and event projects, budgets, and digital media to drive business success.

WHY JOIN US
Derco is a forward-thinking, employee-oriented company that promotes personal development and a work life balance. Derco offers a generous compensation package including competitive pay, health, dental, 401K with company match, 4x10 work week and continuing education incentives.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package
Basic Qualifications:
• Strong leadership skills
• Tradeshow and event management experience
• Schedule and budget management
• Experience writing internal communications, including writing for the web, or internal and external audiences
• Experience handling multiple priorities and meeting set deadlines
• Research, develop, and provide support for executive engagements, social media, presentations, webcasts, and videos for internal and external audiences
• Bachelors degree from accredited college/university in a related discipline such as journalism, public relations, marketing, communications, or similar field
Desired Skills:
• Strong writing skills and experience translating complex subjects into clear communications plans and content
• Expertise with the fundamentals of corporate social responsibility, employee engagement and communications
• Combination of skills in project management, social media, media, digital marketing and writing for the web
• Strong interpersonal skills, integrity, organization, teamwork, energy and flexibility
• Crisis management skills and experience
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: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Marketing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First