Marketing Director - Defense
About Sky Spy Sky Spy is a fast-growing dual-use startup developing next-generation RF intelligence solutions for contested environments. We are backed by leading European VCs, combat veterans, and technologists. Our mission is to deliver intelligence that saves lives and empowers allied forces worldwide.
Were looking for a Marketing Director who knows how to grab global attention, build a category-defining brand, disrupt the industry, and turn Sky Spy into a household name. Location: Remote. Open to Europe/UK (Poland, Germany, France, and the UK preferred). Work setup: The number of hours depends on the candidate's involvement. It is a Part-Time to Full-Time opportunity. Salary depends on the candidate's experience.
What Youll Do Youll be the driving force behind the brand, communications, and marketing strategy. This is a hands-on leadership role where youll both set the vision and roll up your sleeves. Your key responsibilities will include:
Company positioning: Develop company positioning using Blue Ocean Strategy.
Marketing Strategy: Design and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy across military and civilian domains.
PR & Media Relations: Build strong relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers. Secure coverage and media appearances for the company and founders.
Social Media: Develop content for company and founder accounts that drives demand, sparks interest, and goes viral. Manage contractors/agencies to scale creative output.
Advertising: Plan and run targeted campaigns across relevant digital and industry platforms to reach investors, partners, and clients.
Events & Trade Shows: Lead Sky Spys presence at global defense and aerospace trade shows. Manage logistics, contractors, and booth design.
Budget Management: Track marketing budget, ensuring smart allocation of resources. Provide clear reporting.
What Were Looking For Were looking for someone who can create impact from day one and build a world-class marketing function from scratch. Required experience:
Proven ability to design and execute marketing strategy, from vision to tactical execution.
Track record of building viral campaigns that captured global attention.
Hands-on experience leading marketing across social, PR, advertising, and events.
Leadership skills to manage contractors, agencies, and eventually a growing in-house team.
Preferred (but not required):
Experience in defense, aerospace, or dual-use technology sectors.
Background in fast-scaling startups or companies where speed and boldness matter.
What do we offer?
Equity / Company Shares: Join as an early leader and own part of the companys success.
Remote Work: Work from anywhere in Europe, with hybrid options if preferred.
Flexible Work Hours: We care about results, not clock-watching.
Creative freedom: We appreciate bold, creative, brave specialists who can disrupt old industry.
Mission-driven impact: Your work will directly support forces in the field and shape the future of multi-domain intelligence
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Marketing Director - Defense
About Sky Spy Sky Spy is a fast-growing dual-use startup developing next-generation RF intelligence solutions for contested environments. We are backed by leading European VCs, combat veterans, and technologists. Our mission is to deliver intelligence that saves lives and empowers allied forces worldwide.
Were looking for a Marketing Director who knows how to grab global attention, build a category-defining brand, disrupt the industry, and turn Sky Spy into a household name. Location: Remote. Open to Europe/UK (Poland, Germany, France, and the UK preferred). Work setup: The number of hours depends on the candidate's involvement. It is a Part-Time to Full-Time opportunity. Salary depends on the candidate's experience.
What Youll Do Youll be the driving force behind the brand, communications, and marketing strategy. This is a hands-on leadership role where youll both set the vision and roll up your sleeves. Your key responsibilities will include:
Company positioning: Develop company positioning using Blue Ocean Strategy.
Marketing Strategy: Design and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy across military and civilian domains.
PR & Media Relations: Build strong relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers. Secure coverage and media appearances for the company and founders.
Social Media: Develop content for company and founder accounts that drives demand, sparks interest, and goes viral. Manage contractors/agencies to scale creative output.
Advertising: Plan and run targeted campaigns across relevant digital and industry platforms to reach investors, partners, and clients.
Events & Trade Shows: Lead Sky Spys presence at global defense and aerospace trade shows. Manage logistics, contractors, and booth design.
Budget Management: Track marketing budget, ensuring smart allocation of resources. Provide clear reporting.
What Were Looking For Were looking for someone who can create impact from day one and build a world-class marketing function from scratch. Required experience:
Proven ability to design and execute marketing strategy, from vision to tactical execution.
Track record of building viral campaigns that captured global attention.
Hands-on experience leading marketing across social, PR, advertising, and events.
Leadership skills to manage contractors, agencies, and eventually a growing in-house team.
Preferred (but not required):
Experience in defense, aerospace, or dual-use technology sectors.
Background in fast-scaling startups or companies where speed and boldness matter.
What do we offer?
Equity / Company Shares: Join as an early leader and own part of the companys success.
Remote Work: Work from anywhere in Europe, with hybrid options if preferred.
Flexible Work Hours: We care about results, not clock-watching.
Creative freedom: We appreciate bold, creative, brave specialists who can disrupt old industry.
Mission-driven impact: Your work will directly support forces in the field and shape the future of multi-domain intelligence