Junior Public Affairs Officer

JRC Careers; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent employee benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative, innovative work culture

Job summary

JRC’s Missiles and Space Team seeks a Junior Public Affairs Officer to support the Department of the Navy’s SSP. You’ll craft communications materials, coordinate with SSP HQ, and help convey the organization’s mission under DoD policies.

You will collaborate with government leadership and public affairs professionals, ensuring timely, accurate messaging while managing multiple priorities and maintaining OPSEC standards.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance required at start
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with government customers and leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Experience supporting public affairs or communications in a federal context (bonus)

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and review articles, news releases, talking points, presentations, and other communication materials
• Support SSP Headquarters with daily public affairs activities and communication requirements
• Conduct research and monitor media coverage to support leadership and public affairs initiatives
• Assist with media inquiries, information requests, and stakeholder coordination
• Support leadership engagements, public affairs events, and internal and external communications
• Ensure communication products are accurate and follow review, OPSEC and information-release procedures
• Maintain public affairs records, track assignments, and meet deadlines

Skills

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Organization

Discretion

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Public affairs materials

Job description

Who We Are (video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

Join JRC’s Missiles and Space Team!

Junior Public Affairs Officer

JRC’s Missiles and Space Team is actively searching for a Junior Public Affairs Officer to support the Department of the Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). In this role, you’ll work closely with SSP Headquarters in Washington, D.C., supporting public affairs initiatives, developing communication materials, and helping communicate the organization’s mission and priorities. You’ll collaborate with government leadership and public affairs professionals to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and consistent with Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policies. If you’re a strong writer, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a mission-focused team, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Draft, edit, and review articles, news releases, talking points, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Support SSP Headquarters with daily public affairs activities and communication requirements.
• Conduct research and monitor media coverage to support leadership and public affairs initiatives.
• Assist with media inquiries, information requests, and stakeholder coordination.
• Support leadership engagements, public affairs events, and internal and external communications.
• Ensure communication products are accurate and follow established review, approval, OPSEC, and information-release procedures.
• Maintain public affairs records, track assignments, and meet deadlines.

What You Bring

• Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance required at the start of employment.
• Education/Experience: Associate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent specialized experience in public affairs or communications.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate professionally with government customers and leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.

Bonus Points for…

• Experience supporting the Department of the Navy, DoD, or another federal agency.
• Familiarity with SSP, Navy missions, or military organizational structures.
• Experience developing public affairs materials, coordinating media inquiries, or supporting leadership engagements.
• Knowledge of OPSEC and government public affairs review and approval processes

At JRC we offer…

• A competitive compensation package
• An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members’ well-being and success
• The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
• A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career