Public Affairs Specialist

Astrion; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to support the C3BM division at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The role covers strategic communications, public affairs, outreach, and event planning, managing content and coordinating high-visibility events.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in DoD public affairs, strong writing skills, and a TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and must be a US citizen; a Bachelor's or Master's in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and US citizenship.
• Experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management.
• Excellent writing and communication skills for press releases and speeches.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage events, outreach programs, campaigns, ceremonies, and assignments.
• Manage message content to ensure division-wide consistency.
• Plan and execute special events, coordinating with government leads and stakeholders.
• Support division conference exhibit activities.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including drafting communications and leading major events.

Skills

Public affairs

Event management

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Writing & editing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in related field

Job description

Public Affairs Specialist

Overview

Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000 annually*

Job Status: Full-time; salaried

Clearance: Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Public Affairs Specialist providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM).

Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network providing resilient decision advantage and enabling the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM’s main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime and multiple acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space.

The Public Affairs Specialist will support the planning and execution of strategic programs. This role encompasses strategic communications, public affairs, outreach, and event planning. The specialist will manage communications content, coordinate high-visibility events, and strengthen stakeholder engagement across government, industry, academia, and international partners.

Required Qualifications / Skills

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with current SCI eligibility

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Extensive experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management.
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to produce press releases, news articles, and speeches across multiple media.
• Knowledge of agency program planning, funding, and management information systems.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field

Years of experience

3+ years of experience with at least 3 years working in the DoD

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Support and manage events, outreach programs, campaigns, ceremonies, and assignments.
• Manage message content to ensure consistency across the division.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute special events (e.g., ceremonies, official visits), ensuring all required activities are completed and aligned with the government lead and stakeholders.
• Support all division conference exhibit activities.
• Contribute to division strategic initiatives, including drafting press releases and articles, developing communications strategies, and leading strategic design for major events and conferences.
• Coordinate community and stakeholder relations and lead execution of the division’s strategic community outreach plan to stakeholders, including industry, Congress, academia, and international organizations.