Description de l'emploi:

Responsable des communications externes

Temporary 14-months position from December 2026 to January 2028 (maternity leave replacement)

Do you have solid experience in communications, worked in media relations, content writing, and external communications strategy, and want to grow and develop new skills? Then this position is for you

Airbus is looking for an External Communications Manager to complete our 360 communications team based in Mirabel (Quebec, Canada), where you will work jointly with the A220 leadership team, Airbus Canada teams (helicopters, defense, and subsidiaries), and the Airbus communications team based in Toulouse and worldwide.

You will be part of the team responsible for internal and external communications, A220 product communications, Airbus brand image in Canada, audiovisual content, events and visits, and community involvement.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as External Communications Manager will be to:

- Promote Airbus in Quebec and Canada as a leader in aerospace, business, decarbonization, and research & technology.
- Support the external reputation of the A220 program locally and internationally.
- Support the business objectives of the A220 program and Airbus in Canada by translating business needs into appropriate external media and social media communication plans, in line with Airbus's global communication strategy.
- Support the deployment of integrated 360-degree communication strategies through the preparation and delivery of external communication content, the organization of media visits, public speaking engagements, and major events,



and the measurement of impact on target audiences.
- Implement and monitor the deployment of the external communication strategy with local colleagues and global reporting, as well as manage external stakeholders (e.g., customers, partners, suppliers, industry).
- Work in close collaboration with communication experts across A220, helicopters, defense in Canada, and other regions worldwide where A220 aircraft operate.
- Work in close collaboration with our public relations agency based in Montreal.
- Orchestrate partnerships with content creators and other influential stakeholders.
- Act as a spokesperson for journalists.

You will report to the Head of Communications for Airbus in Canada.

Your Working Environment:

The headquarters of the A220 commercial aircraft program is located in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, just a stone's throw from the vibrant city of Montreal. Renowned for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for young or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities, making it a truly special place to call home.

How We Care for You:

- Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan, and share purchase plan.
- Work / Life Balance:



A hybrid work policy, on-site cafeteria, and a highly competitive leave policy.
- Wellbeing / Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discount program, and in office medical service.
- Individual development: Career growth opportunities and numerous training possibilities (catalogue of over 10,000 e-learning courses available with open access to build your employability, certifications, accelerated development programs, national and international mobility).

At Airbus, we help you work, connect, and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexibility in our working methods to drive an innovative mindset.

Your Challenges:

- Support the deployment of local external communication strategies within the largest multinational aerospace company;
- Advise on external communications for the A220 program locally and globally;
- Write content intended for an external audience (e.g., press releases, speeches, key messages, social media, etc.);
- Ensure consistency and message alignment with all stakeholders: suppliers, industry, customers, governments, shareholders, authorities, and Airbus leadership in Canada and abroad;
- Support the planning and organization of external communication activities for Airbus commercial aircraft in Canada, the A220 program, helicopters, defense, and other Airbus subsidiaries in Canada – in partnership with our customers and local partners;
- Seek opportunities to position Airbus externally as a corporate citizen in the communities where it operates in Quebec and across Canada;
- Build and nurture positive relationships with key media in Quebec

📌 External Communications Manager (Montreal)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Montreal