• Job Description

  Req#: 10204

  Company Overview

  We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

  QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

  Why Join QinetiQ US?

  If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

  Position Overview

  QinetiQ US is seeking a Trade Show and Event Planning professional to join our dynamic Marketing and Communications department that focus on creating brand experiences and sharing the QinetiQ US story. This position will primarily be responsible for planning and executing QinetiQ US trade shows and branded internal and external events with the oversight and strategic direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications. This position should have the ability to work with all client types including speakers, sponsors, event attendees, as well as distinguished guests and C-suite level executives. This role must be familiar with conference and trade show strategies, planning, management and execution, and can manage all aspects of an event from beginning to end while simultaneously balancing other events.

  Responsibilities

  • Drive the planning, execution and return on investment of trade shows and events of various size.
  • Plan, execute, and manage timelines for sponsorships and booth space, including logistics such as shipping, equipment, exhibitor services, vendors, hotel accommodations, marketing collateral and promotional giveaways.
  • Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with various trade organizations vendors, and associations.
  • Develop conference playbooks to prepare the team for each event ensuring successful execution (i.e. attendance, meetings, sponsorships, show attire, etc).
  • Manage an event budget by tracking and reporting on finances and processing invoices and payments.
  • Execute post-show meetings to determine follow-up actions and lessons learned.

  Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business Management or minimum 5 years of experience managing multiple trade shows and events per year.
  • Knowledge and experience with trade shows including logistics, booth presence, integrated campaigns, etc.
  • Ability to be “first-in, last-out” team member at trade shows and events and running the floor at events to ensure smooth operations.
  • Experience managing and executing company-branded events and experiences.
  • Highly organized with strong analytical and reporting skills.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Trade Show Manager Certificate preferred.
  • Knowledable of standard A/V setups.

  Company EEO Statement

  Accessibility/Accommodation:

  If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

  QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

• About the company

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