Jenna McMullin to Steer Strategic Communications at Lockheed Martin
The appointment of Jenna McMullin as Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer marks a deliberate shift by Lockheed Martin Corporation to elevate communications as a core strategic function, not merely a support role. With over two decades of experience across aerospace, defence and technology, McMullin steps into the role at a time when narrative, perception and stakeholder engagement are becoming as critical as platforms and hardware.
In this role, McMullin will lead the company’s global communications organization and oversee enterprise communications strategy, media relations, brand, digital engagement, employee communications and stakeholder communications in support of the defence major’s business priorities and mission.
“Jenna brings deep experience in strategic communications and a strong track record of leadership across complex, global organizations,” said Stuart Holliday, Chief Public Affairs Officer. “She understands the importance of clear, trusted communication in advancing our mission and engaging our employees, customers and stakeholders around the globe. I’m confident Jenna will continue strengthening how we tell the Lockheed Martin story and support the important work our teams deliver every day.”
“I’m grateful and honored to take on this role and work alongside the talented communications professionals across Lockheed Martin who help bring our mission to life every day,” said McMullin. “Whether it’s through powerful stories, impactful experiences or engaged conversations, effective communication plays a meaningful role in connecting our people, our purpose and the impact we deliver for our customers and communities. I’m proud of our company’s mission and the incredible people behind it, and I look forward to strengthening how we share what we do and who we are.”
Strategic Communicator
McMullin’s began as a civilian public affairs officer with the United States Air Force, an early exposure that grounded her in public messaging. This foundation has shaped her ability to translate complex, often classified or technical programmes into credible narratives for diverse audiences.
Her rise within Lockheed Martin itself has been steady. Prior to her latest appointment, she served as Vice President of Communications for Lockheed Martin Space where she led communications through major milestones such as missions linked to NASA, organisational restructuring, and large-scale stakeholder engagement exercises.
One of her defining contributions was steering communications during complex, high-visibility programmes like Artemis I and OSIRIS-REx. These were not just scientific achievements but also reputation-defining moments for the company, requiring real-time messaging, global media coordination and stakeholder alignment.
Her leadership style is frequently described as both strategic and empathetic. She has led large teams while navigating high-pressure environments marked by tight timelines, technical complexity and geopolitical sensitivity. Industry recognition reflects her ability to balance creativity with discipline in a sector where messaging must be both compelling and precise.
Looking ahead, McMullin’s contribution to Lockheed Martin is likely to be threefold. First, she is expected to sharpen the company’s strategic narrative, aligning its technological capabilities with broader themes such as national security, innovation and space leadership. Second, she will play a key role in managing reputation in an increasingly complex global environment, where defence companies must engage not just governments but also public opinion and investors. Third, her emphasis on digital and multi-channel engagement suggests a move toward real-time storytelling that reflects how global audiences consume information today.
