Communications Manager

ABOUT US:

At Quartermaster AI, we believe the ocean should be a safe and sustainably managed resource for all. By leveraging cutting-edge AI and robotics, we unlock capabilities that were only recently impossible. Our distributed open-ocean systems enable every vessel to sense, compute, and communicate, enhancing maritime domain awareness for those who need it most.

Quartermaster AI is looking for a Communications Manager to take ownership of how we explain what we do and why it matters. This is not a traditional PR role. You will work directly with engineers, operators, and leadership to turn complex, often ambiguous technical work into clear, credible narratives for internal and external audiences - including customers, policymakers, partners, and the public.

You should be comfortable operating without a playbook. One week you may be shaping the story behind a product deployment; the next, writing a CEO brief, preparing for a congressional meeting, or responding to inbound media on short notice. You will be expected to exercise strong judgment - knowing what to say, what not to say, and how to say it in environments where precision and national security context matter.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Partner with technical teams to translate maritime autonomy and AI breakthroughs into compelling stories for diverse audiences.

- Author briefs, speeches, and talking points for leadership in preparation for high-stakes meetings and public appearances.

- Manage inbound media requests and proactively shape our public presence with precision and speed.

- Act as the bridge between engineering, operations, and external stakeholders to ensure messaging is both technically accurate and highly impactful.

- Exercise high-level judgment in "gray area" situations, determining the optimal tone and content for sensitive defense and emerging technology topics.

- Produce high-quality written content that influences how our technical ideas and hardware deployments are understood globally.

QUALIFICATIONS (PREFERRED):

- 5-10 years of experience in communications, journalism, or a related field.

- A track record of producing work that effectively explains complex technical or scientific ideas.

- Ability to write with extreme clarity, speed, and technical accuracy.

- A genuine interest in defense technology, maritime security, and emerging AI.

- Proven ability to navigate ambiguous environments and make sound decisions on what information to disclose to the public or policymakers.

- Comfort with a "startup" pace where responsibilities shift quickly based on product milestones or geopolitical events.

- Previous experience in technical journalism or public affairs for high-growth startups.

- Familiarity with the policy landscape surrounding autonomous systems and AI.

- Motivation by mission and a desire to tell the story behind consequential technology.