Marketing Specialist I

Responsibilities for this Position

Marketing Specialist I

US-FL-St Petersburg

Job ID: 2026-35959
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations
St Petersburg, FL

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles
• Entry level to a professional career progression
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Responsible for designing, creating, and delivering marketing programs to support the growth and expansion of company products and services.
• Analyzes marketing and promotional needs, and designs and implements marketing communications strategies that support organizational objectives.
• Drafts marketing communications, including promotional publications, presentations, advertisements, or brochures.
• Reviews and edits messages to ensure that they are clear, thorough, on-brand, and seek to preserve the company's image.
• Suggests ways of tailoring messages and delivery channels based on the targeted audience.
• Collects data on the performance of specific communications or campaigns.
• Assists in the production of print, online, or other forms of advertisement, and assists with special events or promotions.


Required Qualifications


• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


Preferred Qualifications


• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Marketing, Communications or Business Management preferred.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Demonstrates a strong understanding of professionalism within a corporate environment. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Decision-making skills. Interpersonal skills. Judgement. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Marketing communications. Marketing support. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.


Physical Requirements


• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.


Travel Requirements:
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.


The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.



If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email staffing@gd-ots.com or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

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