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ICEYE
Tokyo
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Lead ICEYE's marketing and communications function across Japan, building the sovereign ISR brand and go-to-market presence with defense, government, and strategic partners across Japan. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role: you will set the local strategy, build the team and agency network, and act as the primary marketing and communications voice for ICEYE's Japan business, working in close partnership with the Japan CEO, the global CMO, and the wider Marketing & Communications organization.
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.
ICEYE owns the world’s largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite
constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.
ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defense and intelligence, environmental
monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.
Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees
across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
security, and government priorities across Japan.
freelance partners today and mentoring team members as the function grows.
thought leadership content that position ICEYE as the sovereign ISR partner of choice for
Japan defense and government decision-makers.
operations, executive communications, and local social media presence.
engagement visits to ensure a strong brand presence.
positioning for ICEYE and its executives in Japan.
defense, government, and intelligence audiences to support pipeline progression.
integrators, and industry associations across in Japan.
reporting outcomes to the Japan CEO and the global CMO.
engagement priorities.
communications, and to the global CMO on regional market intelligence and narrative
consistency.
including senior or leadership experience, with campaigns in defense, government, or
the public sector — ideally in Japan.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with native fluency in Japanese;
Business level fluency in English is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience building or leading a marketing/communications function,
including managing budgets, agencies, and, where applicable, direct reports.
• Track record of proactive, self-driven execution with measurable impact, strong
conceptual skills, and comfort operating at both strategic and hands-on levels.
• Experience in trade and channel co-marketing, with the ability to build credibility with
senior defense, government, and policy audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate and influence across diverse stakeholders, including global
marketing, regional sales, executive leadership, and external agency partners.
• Flexible, positive attitude with an entrepreneurial, hands-on drive, thriving in a fast-
paced, agile growth environment.
• Experience in marketing or PR engagement with Japan defense entities.
• Existing network among Japan defense, aerospace, and policy media.
• Experience working alongside Public Affairs or Government Relations agencies Japan
and APAC regions.
• Knowledge of New Space, Earth observation, or synthetic aperture radar (SAR).
• Security vetting to be completed before start, in sync with the Security team.
At ICEYE, you'll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the
impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.
bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we
find a way.
“why” behind decisions.
make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
priorities shift.
pride in results, and share the wins.
Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.
Base salary range for this position is contingent on your experience and will be negotiated
individually.
We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.
We're committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us — we'll do our best to help.
Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.
Last checked Nov 10, 2026