Strategic Communications Planner

Amentum; Hawaii; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a dynamic and innovative Strategic Communications Planner to provide research and analysis on information related capabilities, plans and operations in support of USPACOM at Camp H.M. Smith, HI.

You will conduct research, develop MOEs/MOPs, and assist senior leaders with strategic planning and briefings to inform decision-making in a fast-paced DoD environment, coordinating across agencies and components as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 6 years of DoD/federal program management experience.
• At least 3 years in information-related fields (strategic communications, public affairs or PSYOPs).
• Experience developing communications themes and messages.
• Experience implementing information/communication plans for military ops.
• Experience writing reports, graphics and information papers.
• Experience analyzing operational data.
• Proficient with MS Office and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of AI tools (GPT, GenAI, Python, etc.) for government objectives.
• Active Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and support for information capabilities across PACOM AOR.
• Develop strategy to implement synchronized communication and information effects.
• Recommend frameworks to address operational issues and opportunities.
• Facilitate coordination through teams to set objectives for key audiences.
• Research and develop MOEs and MOPs to measure information strategies.
• Support senior-level strategic planning and briefs for USPACOM leadership.
• Conduct unclassified and classified research to support CONPLANs/OPLANS.

Skills

Strategic communications

Info analysis

Writing reports

MOE/MOP development

Operational data analysis

Briefings & presentations

AI tools knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Amentum is seeking a dynamic and innovative Strategic Communications Planner to provide research and analysis on information related capabilities, plans and operations in support of U.S Pacific Command (PACOM) at Camp H.M. Smith, HI.

You would be an excellent candidate for this position if you:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, high impact, dynamic environment
• Work independently or with a group to successfully achieve objectives
• Are excited to learn and grow in the Strategic Communications field

USPACOM conducts planning in support of the Theater Campaign Plan (TCP) to shape the environment in the PACOM Area of Operations (AOR); Concept Plans (CONPLANs) and Operational Plans (OPLANS) to counter known threats; and crisis-action planning to respond to contingencies and crisis in theater with little to no notice. Success depends on the USPACOM J3’s ability to understand the complex dynamics of the theater as a whole and the nuanced details of each sub-region.

In this position you will conduct the following activities:

• Provide analysis and support for incorporating information capabilities aligned with operations, activities, and interests throughout the PACOM Area of Responsibility
• Develop strategy to more effectively implement synchronized communication and information effects
• Provide recommendations to staff for a framework to address operational issues, opportunities, and challenges
• Facilitate the execution of various communication synchronization working groups to develop communication objectives for key audiences and stakeholders
• Research and develop communication and information related Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) and Measures of Performance (MOP) to assess the effectiveness of INDOPACOM's information strategies and campaigns
• Aid senior-level strategic planning and briefings, including preparing formal papers and background information for USPACOM senior leader consumption; compile and analyze disparate information, then present clear, comprehensive recommendations for decision-making
• Conduct research, both unclassified and classified, on various topics supporting ongoing and emerging operational concepts and plans, distilling that research into information concepts of support for OPLANS, CONPLANS, and contingency planning.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, or in lieu of degree, at least 6 years of combined experience managing complex programs and projects in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal agencies
• At least 3 years of experience in an information related field, such as strategic communications, public affairs and/or Psychological Operations (PSYOPs)
• Experience developing communications themes and messages
• Experience implementing information/communication plans for military operations
• Experience in writing reports, graphics and information papers
• Experience analyzing operational data
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products and SharePoint collaborative tools
• Knowledge and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools in support of government client objectives (e.g. *GPT, GenAI, AskSage, MAVEN, Machine Assist Disclosure (MAD), python, etc.).
• Must have an active Top Secret clearance and be SCI eligible. Note:US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 10 Years experience in an information related field
• Graduate of a DoD Approved Public Affairs, PSYOP or related course
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in coordinating with other Department of Defense (DoD) entities, including the Joint Staff, the Office of the Secretary of Defense and USPACOM's Service Components as well as non-DoD organizations such as State Department

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $130K - $150K (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details

$130K - $150K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

09/16/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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