Strategic Communications Lead for Space & Science Partnerships

PCI Native Solutions LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking an experienced Communication Strategist to plan, develop, and execute integrated communication strategies aligned with NASA’s mission. The role supports the Strategic Partnerships Office in Hampton, VA, coordinating messaging across campaigns, events, and digital platforms.

You will craft mission materials, manage high‑volume communications, and collaborate with leaders to ensure consistency with NASA brand standards and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, writing, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience.
• Proficient writer with strong command of AP style (writing samples required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience managing a high volume of products with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Gain fluency on SPO’s vision and mission and stakeholder needs.
• Contribute to strategic communications planning.
• Develop mission overview materials and briefing resources for SPO events.
• Provide event planning support for SPO events, including logistics and run-of-show development.
• Develop key messages for SPO leadership speaking engagements.
• Draft and coordinate reviews of press releases, web articles, executive remarks, program operational updates, and media statements.
• Support integration of program content into NASA’s digital platforms and social media presence.
• Maintain and update web content as needed.
• Collaborate with organization and SPO leadership and agency communications teams.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and knowledge sharing.
• Draft and distribute internal communications to drive awareness and program alignment.

Job description

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking an experienced Communication Strategist to plan, develop, and execute integrated communication strategies aligned with NASA’s mission. The role supports the Strategic Partnerships Office in Hampton, VA, coordinating messaging across campaigns, events, and digital platforms.

You will craft mission materials, manage high‑volume communications, and collaborate with leaders to ensure consistency with NASA brand standards and policies.