Public Affairs Specialist with Security Clearance

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

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist to support the C3BM division at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The role emphasizes strategic communications, outreach, and event planning to strengthen stakeholder engagement across government, industry, academia, and international partners.

You will manage communications content, plan high-visibility events, and contribute to division initiatives, including press materials and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• US citizenship required.
• 3+ years of experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management.
• Experience coordinating with government, industry, academia, and international partners.

Responsibilities

• Produce press releases, news articles, and speeches for multiple media.
• Plan and manage high-visibility events, ceremonies, and outreach programs.
• Coordinate message content and ensure consistency across the division.
• Support division campaigns and strategic communications initiatives.
• Assist with planning for conferences, exhibitions, and major events.
• Liaise with stakeholders including government, industry, and international partners.

Skills

Writing & editing

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Event planning

DoD knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in related field

Job description

Overview PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST LOCATION: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH SALARY RANGE: $110,000 -$120,000 annually* *depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications 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

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 * Extensive experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• 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. #CJ