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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · 25d

Join us! Help shape media engagement for Europe’s aerospace, security and defence industries with ASD’s international team in Brussels; Apply by 5 October 2025. bit.ly/4gtpL7D

ASD is recruiting a Communications Manager to amplify the voice of Europe’s high-tech aerospace, security and defence industries from our Brussels headquarters, to strengthen ASD’s presence in public debates.

📝Role at a glance
Prepare press materials, speeches, talking points and briefings.
Organise press conferences and media roundtables, and moderate panel discussions with stakeholders across EU, NATO and international fora.
Monitor and summarise political developments and media coverage; manage inquiries and interviews.

🎓What's required?
Master’s degree preferred; 5+ years in a similar role or journalism; strong writing skills and panel‑moderation experience; excellent English.
Solid grasp of the European institutional, political and industrial landscape.

✈️Why ASD?
Full‑time, indefinite contract with 1–2 weekly telework days, competitive package, and professional growth via high‑level industry events.
Work at the intersection of industry and EU policymaking in a fast‑moving geopolitical context.

🎯How to apply
Send your CV and cover letter in English to applications@asd-europe.org with reference “Communications Manager” by 5 October 2025.

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Sep 12

ASD welcomes clear and resolute messages delivered by Commission President von der Leyen in her 2025 State of the Union address, reflecting the urgency of the moment. Europe’s aerospace, security and defence industrial ecosystem has a pivotal role to play.
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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Sep 8

ASD is looking for a Senior Environment Manager to lead on environmental policy, coordinate common industry positions, and represent the association in high‑level dialogues with policymakers and stakeholders.

Find out more & apply today! bit.ly/4mSPBo1

Does shaping EU aviation’s path to net‑zero — and coordinating industry interactions with the Commission, Parliament, Council and ICAO — sound like your next career step?

ASD is looking for a Senior Environment Manager to lead on environmental policy, coordinate common industry positions, and represent the association in high‑level dialogues with policymakers and stakeholders.

The role spans monitoring and analysing EU and international climate, energy and environmental initiatives impacting civil aviation and aeronautics — from EU ETS, STIP and the Green Deal to Sustainable Aviation Fuels and recycling — while supporting the Destination 2050 alliance for carbon‑neutral aviation.

It also means assessing implications for members, including where relevant defence and security, drafting responses to consultations and legislative files, and facilitating consensus across working groups, task forces, meetings and conferences.

Work at the heart of EU policymaking in Brussels with a collaborative, multicultural team, and a competitive package.

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Sep 2

ASD welcomes @camillegrand.bsky.social as Secretary General - bringing NATO, ECFR and think‑tank experience with a focus on turning strategy into delivery for Europe’s aerospace, security and defence industries. bit.ly/3HDVmXz

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jul 25

Cloud computing is a strategic asset, underpinning secure data sharing, AI-driven systems, cross-border collaboration, and mission-critical operations. What needs to happen to safeguard Europe's digital sovereignty? Read ASD's position paper bit.ly/453dXnd

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jul 17

The European aviation sector issues an urgent call to accelerate policy action on Sustainable Aviation Fuels. This call to action was handed over today to @apostolostzi.bsky.social Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism. bit.ly/4lWaIov

The European aviation sector issues an urgent call to accelerate policy action on Sustainable Aviation Fuels. The European aviation sector, represented by the Destination 2050 partners — @Airlines for Europe (A4E), @Airports Council International Europe (ACI EUROPE), @Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO Europe), and @European Regions Airline Association (ERA), together with fuel suppliers (Fuels Europe, Hydrogen Europe, Project SkyPower) and cargo and express delivery operators (European Cargo Alliance, European Express Association) — today issued an urgent call for accelerated policy support to unlock the full decarbonisation potential of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).

The joint call highlights the pressing challenges of affordable SAF deployment across Europe. The current SAF market remains nascent — HEFA-based fuels are the only commercially available option today and face a substantial cost gap compared to conventional kerosene.

The industry has laid out a 10-point action plan, designed to address early-mover disadvantages and catalyse the scale-up of SAF production and deployment. This call to action was handed over today to Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism during the Implementation Dialogue he convened to specifically address the ramp up of renewable and low‑carbon transport fuel production.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jul 15

Europe's strategic future depends on decisive action today. Read ASD's latest position paper on the European aerospace, security and defence industrial ecosystem in the post-2027 EU Multiannual Financial Framework. bit.ly/40WCeKv

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jul 15

ASD held the inaugural meeting of its Working Group on Ukraine, an initiative to strengthen cooperation between European and Ukrainian defence industries, following the Memorandum of Understanding signed between ASD and Ukraine's Ministry of Strategic Industries in May 2025. bit.ly/3UbbjH7

The newly established working group brings together European defence industry stakeholders to operationalise the Memorandum of Understanding between ASD and Ukraine's Ministry of Strategic Industries; tackle practical challenges to closer industrial cooperation; follow and support Ukraine-related strands of EU defence initiatives; and maintain an open channel for ongoing dialogue with relevant stakeholders.

The working group's inaugural meeting welcomed key Ukrainian representatives, demonstrating the commitment from both sides to translate the May 2025 MoU into concrete action. ASD was honoured to welcome Davyd Aloian (Deputy Minister for Strategic Industries for European Integration), and representatives from the Ministry of Strategic Industries and Ukrainian Defence Industry JSC (formerly Ukroboronprom), with valuable support from the Mission of Ukraine to the European Union.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 30

In a new op-ed published today in @euronews.com, ASD President Micael Johansson (CEO of Saab) and Secretary General Jan Pie argue that Europe is at a crossroads and must turn ambition into collective action. bit.ly/4nnAEet

Competitiveness and innovation: Unlocking our full potential requires fewer barriers, faster R&D cycles, and funding mechanisms that span civil and defence domains.

Security: The capability targets approved by NATO earlier this month must translate into long-term procurement contracts that give industry the visibility and planning certainty it needs.

Sustainability: To succeed in the green transition, we must align our environmental goals with industrial competitiveness ... Deindustrialisation is not the path to decarbonisation.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 24

Join our team in Brussels! ASD is looking for a proactive Economics & Trade Policy Manager to work at the intersection of policy, industry, and innovation. www.asd-europe.org/about-asd/jo...

"We are hiring! Economics & Trade Policy Manager - Brussels, Full-time.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 20

It's been a busy week at the Paris Air Show! A dedicated team from the ASD secretariat was on the ground at Le Bourget to provide on-site support to the organiser and ASD member, @gifas.fr, and support a visit by the European Parliament's Sky & Space Intergroup.

Photographs of the hard-working ASD team at the International Paris Airshow. The team supported ASD member GIFAS the French aerospace industries association, and its subsidiary SIAE, which runs the world-renowned Air Show. We were also present to support a visit by the Sky and Space Intergroup of the European Parliament.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 11

Yesterday was a pivotal first day at the European Defence & Security Summit, marked by a resounding call to translate strategic ambition into tangible action. bit.ly/4mXFdvI

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Andrius Kubilius @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu · Jun 10

Reality - we are not at war, but we live in times of war.

We can still avoid a bigger war - by investing in the material side of defence and by building up new European security architecture.

Keynote at the European Defence & Security Summit 2025 ⬇️
ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 10

Europe's defence leaders convene for day 1 of the European Defence & Security Summit. Commissioner @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu delivers the opening keynote: "World War II has taught us: war is not only won by armies but also by factories.

🔴 Follow live updates throughout the day bit.ly/4kwiipz

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 6

Europe’s defence future takes centre stage in Brussels next week at the European Defence & Security Summit 2025.

🔴 Follow live online from 09:00 CET from Tuesday, 10 June ebsummits.eu/live/

European Defence & Security Summit 2025. 10-11 June, Brussels and streamed online. Co-organised by ASD and European Business Summits (EBS), this summit convenes policymakers, industry leaders, and defence experts to address critical priorities:

Defence Readiness 2030 | NATO-EU Burden-Sharing Dynamics | Ukrainian DTIB Integration | AI & Quantum Sovereignty | Space Strategy & Innovation | SAFE Financing Architecture | Single Market Harmonisation | Hybrid Threat Countermeasures | Critical Infrastructure Resilience | Technological Readiness (Cyber, Drones, EW) | Defence Innovation Partnerships | EU-UK Security Collaboration

High-level participants include Andrius Kubilius, Camille Grand, Herald Ruijters, Tobias Cremer, Ignacio Cuartero Lorenzo, François Arbault, François-Xavier Bellamy, Hugues Lavandier, José Vicente de los Mozos, Lieutenant General Seán Clancy, Wouter Beke, Marcos Perestrello, Maciej Stadejek, Marta Kos, Oleksandr Kamyshin, Jan Pie, Gert Jan Koopman, Arunas Vinciunas, Andrey Novakov, Rafal Modrzewski, Olga Khoroshylova, Benedikta Von Seherr-Thoss, Cameron Stanley, Jaap van Etten, Gustaf Winroth, Robbie Boyd, Bart Groothuis, Fabrice Pothier, Jon Koski, Hadja Lahbib, Ekaterini Kavaada, Rodrigo Da Costa, Olivier Lemaitre, Jürgen Ehle, Daniel Seidel, Guntram Wolff, Rob Murray, Niclas Herbst, Fabio Liberti, Costas Mavrides, Nadia Calviño, Micael Johansson, Sean White, Gueorgui Ianakiev, Daniel Fiott, Hannah Neumann, Annette Lehnigk-Emden, Joachim Sucker, Edit Komaromi, Nicolas Pascual de la Parte, David Luengo, Barbara Gallo, Arnaud Thysen, Yaroslav Trofimov, Teri Schultz, Dan Michaels, Jack Parrock, Paola Tamma

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Jun 4

We are delighted to share highlights from last night’s EU Aviation Night 2025! Organised by @a4e.bsky.social ACI Europe, ASD, CANSO, and ERA, the event celebrated the vital role of aviation in connecting Europe, supporting economic growth, and strengthening cohesion across our continent.

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · May 22

The Board of ASD, comprising 22 direct member companies, and 10 national associations, convened in London today, and made a declaration welcoming the Security and Defence Partnership signed at the EU-UK Leaders’ Summit earlier this week
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ASD Board Declaration: European defence industry underlines its readiness to support a closer EU-UK cooperation

The ASD Board welcomes the Security and Defence Partnership signed at the EU-UK Leaders’ Summit in London earlier this week.

The European defence industry is committed, fully able and ready to rapidly increase production further, deliver at pace, and meet European needs with state-of-the art equipment and solutions.

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · May 22

ASD introduces its newly elected leadership today: Micael Johansson, CEO of Saab is elected President and Chairman of the Board; Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA is elected Vice-Chairman of the ASD Board; and Camille Grand will be the new ASD Secretary General. bit.ly/3H7u6zL

I look forward to working closely with our members, the ASD team, and institutions and regulatory bodies at both EU and global levels aimed at fostering collaboration and shaping the policy and regulatory conditions necessary to ensure our industry remains at the forefront of global security and technological advancement in a rapidly evolving environment.” Camille Grand, incoming ASD Secretary General

"In an increasingly uncertain and challenging geopolitical climate, our industry is more committed than ever to contribute to strengthen Europe’s sovereignty, security and competitiveness whilst generating long-term economic, technological, and social value across the continent." Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA, and Vice-Chairman-elect of the ASD Board

"It is a privilege to lead ASD at this crucial time. We must work together, across borders and industries, to address the complex challenges facing Europe. ASD will be a strong advocate for policies that foster innovation, promote cooperation, and ensure a thriving and globally competitive European aerospace, defence, and security sector." Micael Johansson, CEO of Saab,
and President- and Chairman-elect
of the Board of ASD

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Andrius Kubilius @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu · May 22

Few days after the signature of the EU-UK Security and Defence Partnership, pleased to address the general assembly of ASD, the European Aerospace and Defence Association, in London

🇪🇺 will support investment in European defence industry to enhance our overall defence readiness

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · May 20

In a joint statement, ASD and ADS welcome yesterday’s Security and Defence Partnership agreement. "Although no longer part of the European Union, the UK remains deeply embedded within and an integral part of Europe’s defence industrial ecosystem." bit.ly/4dzv6Jm

"Effective European defence requires close collaboration between the EU and the United Kingdom, including in the framework of EU defence programmes."

"Ensuring that future cooperation is structured to enhance Europe’s resilience, industrial scale and strategic autonomy will benefit both sides, which should be underpinned by clear, shared commitments to maximise joint impact.”

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · May 14

At CANSO Airspace World, our Civil Aviation Director, Vincent De Vroey: “ASD members are fully committed to the SESAR Joint Undertaking ATM Masterplan with the aim to move towards a European Digital & Sustainable Sky. Continued funding for SESAR in the next EU MFF is key!”

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SESAR Joint Undertaking @sesarju.bsky.social · May 13

Joined by Anna von Groote @eurocae.bsky.social, Florian Guillermet @easa.bsky.social, Michelle Bishop #CANSO, and Vincent De Vroey @asdeurope.bsky.social , the panel explored how the updated #ATMMasterPlan paves the way for a more modular, cloud-based and service-oriented ATM system.

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Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · May 12

At today’s EU-Ukraine Defence Industry Forum, ASD and Ukraine’s Ministry of Strategic Industries signed a Memorandum of Understanding on defence industry cooperation. bit.ly/3YCw9Sv

Herman Smetanin Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine and Jan Pie, ASD and Ukrainian Ministry of Strategic Industries agreement on defence industry cooperation

Aerospace, Security & Defence Industries Association of Europe @asdeurope.bsky.social · Apr 25

We’re proud to welcome fast-growing Spanish defence leader EM&E to the ASD network. Their expertise strengthens Europe’s defence ecosystem at a crucial time.
bit.ly/4jndlPl

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EESC Industrial Change @ccmi-eesc.bsky.social · Apr 23

Work continues on #SecurityActionForEurope during CCMI first study group, on strengthening the #EUDefence Industry🛡️🇪🇺

With Florian Marin, Maurizio Mensi & Jan Pie of @asdeurope.bsky.social

More info ➡️europa.eu/!3PjQ6Y

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