Honda Aircraft Global Public Relations

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.•Greensboro, NC

About The Position

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.” We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job Purpose: If you are looking for an exciting career in aviation PR with a leader in the Very Light Jet category, this job is for you. The Global Honda Aircraft Public Relations role is a key leadership position responsible for developing and executing strategies that enhance positive global brand recognition for Honda Aircraft through external communications. This role involves daily engagement with global business, aviation, and technology/lifestyle media, communicating the company’s business direction, product offerings, sales initiatives, market expansion strategies, and competitive advantages. This position operates in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and often requires urgent and accurate responses during crises to protect the company’s brand image. The Global Honda Aircraft Public Relations professional must provide strategic recommendations and counsel to company executives regarding public responses to sensitive situations. Additionally, the role serves as a liaison between the sales, product, engineering and manufacturing teams within Honda Aircraft in the U.S. and Honda regions globally, helping to develop comprehensive communication strategies that increase Honda Aircraft awareness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field, or equivalent experience
10–12 years of professional experience in public relations.
At least 10 years of professional experience in aviation or a related field.
Strong understanding of aviation industries.
Strong media relations and public speaking skills
Ability to clearly articulate commuter jet and/or light jet technical functionality and attributes
Ability to develop comprehensive communications plans
Ability to respond quickly and effectively during crises
Understanding of regulatory environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong writing and editing skills for press materials and executive communications
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Creative, innovative, and team-oriented mindset
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Lead global media relations activities, including timely response to business, aviation, and technology/lifestyle media inquiries, while serving as company spokesperson
Coordinate message development with internal stakeholders and proactively pitch story ideas aligned with business objectives
Cultivate and strengthen relationships with national and aviation media
Collaborate with Corporate, Product PR, sustainability, and related teams to identify storytelling opportunities
Develop and execute comprehensive media relations plans to support product launches and ongoing initiatives
Serve as communications lead between the sales, product, and manufacturing teams within Honda Aircraft in the U.S. and Honda regions globally to increase Honda Aircraft positive earned media coverage.
Manage asset development in partnership with internal Creative Services and develop strategic deployment plans for external stakeholders
Support executive communications, including speech writing, Q&A development, interviews, and LinkedIn posts
Provide strategic counsel to executives on communications issues and sensitive matters
Support external executive communications through speech writing, Q&As, interview faciliation, LinkedIn posts
Plan and manage corporate media events, including major announcements, trade shows, media roundtables, and media tours

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Advancement Opportunities
Career Mobility
Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
Training and Development Programs
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs