Marketing & Communications Specialist

Location

Colorado | United States

Job description

Kayhan Space is seeking a motivated, experienced Marketing Manager to lead marketing activities for the company. This is a key role within the company, reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer. In this role you will focus on various marketing activities, including but not limited to representing the company at industry events, managing company's external facing social media and professional online presence, and content creation and managing of company's press releases.

About Kayhan Space

Kayhan Space is a mission-driven, venture-backed startup, building autonomous solutions for the space industry. Our Colorado-based company is committed to building an environment where innovation is rewarded, diversity is magnified, and ambition is not throttled.

At Kayhan, we have the goal of leaving a great legacy behind. Whatever you do, big or small, we want you to own it. Because that's the legacy you'll leave for others.

We are skiers, parents, musicians, campers, geeks, scientists, and pet lovers. While we may come from different backgrounds and have different opinions and interests, we are united around a common set of core values. Our mission drives everything we do!

We're looking for ambitious team members who share our values and are ready to think bigger.

Our Core Values

Integrity: Integrity is paramount to our success as a company. Telling the truth and providing accurate data is crucial for space operations — otherwise, it can cost lives. Maintaining a high level of transparency allows the Kayhan team to provide an open workplace culture that supports professional growth and development across the organization.

Hard Work: We value hustlers who hold themselves accountable and who are able to think on their feet. Kayhan employees seek to establish and surpass goals that will allow us to reach new heights.

Diversity: At Kayhan Space, we want our employees to be empowered to shoot for the moon! Our company is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable team where members experience a sense of belonging. We believe these non-negotiables enhance the quality of our relationships with clients, partners, and vendors of all identities and backgrounds to make us a better, more effective organization.

As a Marketing Manager , you'll lead the marketing function, driving impactful strategies that shape the company's direction and enhance its brand as a global leader in spaceflight safety and autonomous mission operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Execute Marketing Strategies: Create and implement comprehensive marketing plans to boost brand awareness and achieve business objectives.
• Content Creation: Generate captivating content for various channels, including website, social media, and press releases. Ensure messaging aligns with our vision.
• Digital Marketing: Oversee digital marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media. Analyse and optimize performance.
• Market Research: Stay current with industry trends and competitors. Conduct market research to identify opportunities and threats.
• Brand Management: Safeguard and enhance the Kayhan Space brand. Maintain brand consistency across all touchpoints.
• Event Coordination: Plan and manage industry events, conferences, and webinars. Represent Kayhan Space and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead the marketing team to success.
• Oversee and collaborate with external agency partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Craft a comprehensive communications plan to effectively engage prospects, clients, and partners across multiple platforms.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience as a Marketing Manager in the technology or space industry.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, content creation, and analytics.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Track record of building and scaling a marketing function from its early stages, preferably within a startup or high-growth environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, accountability, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Adept at seamlessly transitioning between high-level campaign strategy and hands-on delivery.
• Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Passion for space technology and innovation.

Job Location

Kayhan Space is staffing multiple new positions in the Denver, CO and Washington, DC metro areas. The company will provide a competitive relocation package for non-local candidates. For well-qualified candidates who cannot relocate to these areas, we may consider the ability to work remotely full-time on a case-by-case basis.

• Denver, CO
• Colorado Springs, CO
• Washington, DC

Compensation

Total compensation for this role is Base salary + company equity

Colorado base salary range: $80,000 - $100,000

Kayhan Space Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary
• Company equity
• Great health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401k
• Lunch catered weekly for Colorado office
• Opportunity to have impact on a global scale for space sustainability

Kayhan Space is an equal opportunity employer. At Kayhan, we make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promoting, transferring, demoting, evaluating, compensating and separating, without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, religion, age, national origin, pregnancy, disability, service in the uniform services, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law

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