Reporter, Defense (Business & Capital)

The big picture: We are hiring a reporter to be our subject matter expert on the businesses and money transforming the defense industry.

Why it matters: Defense is no longer just the domain of government contractors. Venture capital is pouring billions into defense startups, AI and autonomy are reshaping procurement priorities, and a new generation of companies is challenging the industry's traditional giants. 

• We're looking for a reporter who can follow the money — breaking news and explaining the deals, investments and business strategies in the rapidly evolving marketplace. 

Go deeper: In this role you will make an impact through the following responsibilities:

• Contribute to a bi-weekly newsletter exploring the biggest trends and news shaping the business of defense.
• Break news on venture capital, startups, mergers and acquisitions, public companies, defense procurement and the financial forces reshaping the industry.
• Help Axios readers understand how Pentagon priorities, procurement shifts and industrial policy influence investments and corporate strategy.
• Become our public authority on stage and elsewhere to help illuminate these important issues.

Worth of your time: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios’ mission and have the following skills:

• A commitment to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment. 
• A belief in Smart Brevity as the core writing style of Axios.
• Reporting experience in a fast-paced news environment.
• Demonstrated experience landing big scoops and conceptualizing big ideas.
• Strong writing skills for online and newsletters. 
• Ability to command a stage and live interview.
• Experience working across teams to produce quality content.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Starting salary for this role is in the range of $100,000 - $150,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills. This range does not include other compensation benefits. Axios' compensation philosophy takes into account cost of labor differentials across the country. Because this is a remote-optional job posting, this salary range takes into account all possible locations within the United States, but candidates will only be eligible for the salary range for their location.

Axios is committed to embracing artificial intelligence as a core part of how we work. All team members are expected to actively develop AI literacy and use AI tools to enhance their productivity, creativity, and efficiency. We invest in ongoing learning to ensure every employee is equipped to responsibly and effectively integrate AI into their daily workflows.

What Axios brings to the table besides salary:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership, including telehealth services
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
• Virtual company-sponsored social events
• A strong and positive work environment
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

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Axios is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.