Vice President, Corporate Communications

 

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a strategic, highly accomplished, and mission-focused Vice President or Senior Director of Corporate Communications to lead and execute integrated communications strategies that elevate Quantum Space's brand, strengthen its reputation, and support our continued growth in the aerospace and defense industry.

Reporting to the Chief of Marketing and Strategic Communications, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, shaping how Quantum Space communicates its mission, capabilities, and strategic priorities to customers, investors, government stakeholders, employees, and the broader aerospace and defense community.

You will work at the intersection of corporate strategy, marketing, business development, engineering, government relations, and executive leadership—translating complex technical capabilities and business objectives into clear, compelling narratives that reinforce our competitive differentiation and market position.

You will play a critical role in building and scaling a high-performing corporate communications function, leading media relations, executive communications, brand positioning, employee engagement, and digital storytelling. This position is ideal for a communications leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, thrives in a fast-paced and highly technical environment, and is energized by the opportunity to help shape the voice and reputation of a growing space technology company.

Where You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and execute comprehensive corporate communications strategies aligned with Quantum Space's business objectives, growth priorities, and long-term vision

• Lead proactive media relations, corporate announcements, reputation management, crisis communications, and issues management to strengthen the company's position in the aerospace and defense sectors

• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to executive leadership, providing counsel on corporate positioning, executive visibility, sensitive announcements, and high-impact communications initiatives

• Implement and maintain a cohesive corporate brand strategy, ensuring consistent messaging, visual identity, and positioning across all internal and external communications channels

• Partner with the Chief of Marketing and Strategic Communications to execute integrated marketing and communications initiatives that increase brand awareness, strengthen market positioning, and support business growth

• Develop compelling corporate narratives that communicate Quantum Space's mission, technical capabilities, competitive differentiation, and strategic value to government, commercial, investor, and industry audiences

• Lead executive communications, including speeches, presentations, thought leadership, media engagements, corporate messaging, and strategic announcements

• Develop and oversee internal communications strategies that strengthen employee engagement, organizational alignment, and company culture during periods of growth and transformation

• Direct corporate digital communications, including website content, social media, editorial strategy, digital storytelling, and online brand presence

• Establish editorial standards, content calendars, performance metrics, and communications processes that ensure consistency, quality, and measurable engagement

• Collaborate with Marketing, Business Development, Government Relations, and program leadership to coordinate communications supporting major program milestones, product capabilities, customer engagements, and strategic announcements

• Oversee communications supporting corporate developments, strategic partnerships, investor engagement, organizational changes, and other business-critical initiatives

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing communications team while managing external public relations agencies, creative partners, and other communications resources

• Establish scalable communications processes, operating standards, and performance measurement frameworks that support organizational growth and operational efficiency

• Identify and implement innovative communications technologies, digital platforms, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve effectiveness, reach, and productivity

• Partner with Legal, Investor Relations, Human Resources, Engineering, and executive leadership to ensure communications are accurate, coordinated, and aligned with applicable regulatory, disclosure, and export control requirements

• Help establish a disciplined, proactive, and results-driven communications function that enables Quantum Space to move quickly while protecting corporate reputation, brand integrity, and stakeholder trust

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Business, or a related field

• 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, brand management, strategic communications, or integrated marketing communications, including significant senior leadership experience

• Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise-level corporate communications strategies that support business growth, reputation management, and organizational objectives

• Proven experience advising C-suite executives and senior leadership on corporate reputation, strategic messaging, executive communications, crisis management, and organizational transformation

• Strong background in media relations, corporate storytelling, thought leadership, brand positioning, and executive visibility

• Exceptional writing, editing, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical and business information clearly and persuasively

• Experience building, leading, and developing high-performing communications teams and managing external agencies, consultants, and creative partners

• Demonstrated ability to lead integrated communications initiatives across multiple channels, stakeholder groups, and business functions

• Strong strategic judgment and decision-making skills, particularly when navigating sensitive corporate matters, reputational risks, and time-critical communications

• Experience developing communications strategies for internal and external audiences, including employees, customers, investors, industry partners, and other key stakeholders

• Strong understanding of digital communications, social media strategy, content development, communications analytics, and performance measurement

• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, Business Development, Engineering, Human Resources, Legal, Investor Relations, and Government Relations

• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when managing confidential information and sensitive corporate communications

• Ability to balance long-term strategic planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, highly technical, and evolving business environment

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives and competing deadlines

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Advanced degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related discipline

• Experience leading corporate communications within aerospace, defense, national security, space technology, or other highly regulated and technically complex industries

• Familiarity with spacecraft, satellite systems, space mobility, defense technologies, or national security space missions

• Experience developing communications strategies for U.S. Government, Department of Defense, Space Force, Intelligence Community, or other national security stakeholders

• Established relationships with aerospace, defense, technology, business, and national media outlets

• Experience supporting publicly traded companies, investor communications, major corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, or other significant corporate developments

• Experience leading communications during periods of rapid organizational growth, transformation, market expansion, or major strategic milestones

• Familiarity with regulatory, disclosure, and compliance considerations relevant to aerospace and defense, including ITAR and EAR

• Experience managing corporate reputation, crisis communications, and sensitive issues in highly visible or regulated environments

• Experience developing integrated brand campaigns, executive thought leadership programs, and strategic communications supporting business development and customer engagement

• Knowledge of emerging AI technologies, communications automation, digital analytics, and modern content management platforms

• Experience building or scaling a corporate communications function within a startup, growth-stage company, or entrepreneurial organization

• Demonstrated ability to establish communications KPIs, measure campaign effectiveness, and translate performance insights into strategic improvements

What You'll Get

• Ownership – Shape and lead Quantum Space's corporate communications strategy, building the programs, processes, and capabilities that define how the company communicates with its most important stakeholders

• Innovation – Help position Quantum Space at the forefront of advanced spacecraft technologies, next-generation space mobility, maneuverability, and national security missions

• Impact – Play a critical role in strengthening corporate reputation, elevating brand visibility, and supporting strategic business objectives as Quantum Space expands its presence in the aerospace and defense industry

• Growth – Build and scale a high-performing communications function while collaborating directly with executive leadership on high-impact corporate initiatives and strategic priorities

• Mission Exposure – Gain broad visibility across spacecraft development, business strategy, government and commercial customer engagements, investor relations, and major company milestones

• Compensation – Competitive executive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, and 401(k) matching

Location: Rockville, MD

Base Salary: $200,000 to $240,000

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for domestic and international travel as business needs require

• Must be able to support time-sensitive corporate communications, executive engagements, and critical business announcements as needed

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3), or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.