Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The companys core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the worlds premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

Role Purpose

The communication advisor supports the communications team in the fulfilment of the internal and external communication strategies.

Communications Advisor

This opportunity, based at our Prestwick site offers:

• 37 hour working week (half day Friday)
• Shift premiums up to 33, where applicable
• Overtime at time and a half, where applicable
• 33 days holiday per year, rising with service
• Annual Bonus related to company performance
• Defined contribution pension scheme (default contributions; 4 employee and 8 employer)

• Virtual GP Service 365 days per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• A wide range of flexible benefits
• Death in service payment (default 4 times basic salary)
• Professional development and growth

• Free car parking
• And more!!

• Internal Communications: Drive employee engagement and ensure clear, consistent communication across the organization, including leadership updates, town halls, and the employee app.
• Content Creation & Distribution: Plan, develop, and manage content for print, digital media, presentations, and internal communications platforms.
• Event Planning & Coordination: Assist in the organization and execution of key company events, such as customer-facing events, employee town halls, and charity initiatives.
• Change Management Support: Contribute to communication efforts during the acquisition process and organizational transitions, ensuring smooth change management.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Develop and manage CSR initiatives and partnerships, aligning with the company’s strategic objectives and local community engagement.
• External Communications & Media Relations: Support the creation of press releases, speeches, and thought leadership content. Manage the company’s digital presence across social media and the website.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, industry stakeholders, and government entities.
• Branding & Marketing Support: Contribute to branding and spaneting campaigns to promote the company’s capabilities, direction, and industry positioning.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with leadership, HR, operations, and other departments to ensure cohesive communication throughout business operations and change processes.
• Visual Content Support: Assist in the production of corporate photography and videography to enhance messaging and content across platforms.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Degree or relevant vocational/professional qualification or equivalent

• 3-5 years experience in communications or related field required

• Strong written and verbal communications skills required

• Experience supporting events preferred

• Strong PowerPoint presentation skills to include content and style

• Ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Decision Making Authority

• Works with supervision, within reasonably defined processes.
• Will make decisions within scope of expertise.
• Complex or sensitive matters, or decisions with significant resource implications or impacting business strategy will be referred to a more senior manager.

Closing Date; Friday 26th September at 12pm

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.