Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) Plan
wellness programs
Paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
flexible schedule
Job Description
Leonardo DRS is a distinguished prime contractor and a leading technology innovator that supplies integrated products, services, and support to military forces, intelligence agencies, and defense contractors around the globe. Recognized for its specialization in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions, the company also caters to commercial customers with its power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A., blending global reach with a strong commitment to innovation and excellence. This... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, business, or related field
- minimum of 3 years experience in events, trade shows, marketing coordination, or similar roles including internships
- strong organizational and project management skills
- excellent communication skills
- ability to multitask under tight deadlines
- proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- ability to perform physical tasks related to event setup
- willingness to travel up to 25%
- ability to work in office at least three days per week
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business, or related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in events, trade shows, marketing coordination, or similar roles including internships
- strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- ability to multitask and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- familiarity with project management tools and graphic design tools is a plus
- comfortable with hands-on, physical tasks such as booth setup and packing event materials
- ability to travel up to 25% for domestic events and maintain in-office presence of at least three days per week
Job Duties
- Assist with planning, logistics, and on-site execution of company participation in trade shows, expos, events and conferences
- Coordinate event logistics including registration, booth shipping, product demos, graphics, and audiovisual needs
- Manage event timelines, task trackers, and vendor coordination to ensure smooth execution
- Support booth setup and teardown on-site
- Ensure all event materials and displays align with corporate brand guidelines and messaging
- Assist with pre-event and post-event marketing activities, including email communications, social content coordination, and lead-capture processes
- Collaborate with internal creative and product marketing teams to produce on-brand event collateral, signage, and customer-facing materials
- Prepare event briefs, schedules, manage travel logistics, track post-show metrics and prepare after-action reports
- Help manage budgets, track expenses, and process invoices for trade show and event activities
- Maintain the master calendar for trade shows, conferences, and corporate events
- Maintain and track inventory of booth assets, promotional materials, and branded merchandise
- Support high level internal meetings and conferences, VIP visits, and product demonstration days as needed
- Serve as onsite event support staff for up to 25% travel throughout the year
- Assist with hosting customers, event activities including evening receptions, socials, and promotional activities, as well as coordinate demos
- Troubleshoot logistical and other challenges in real-time and escalate issues as appropriate
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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