Strategic Content & Communications Lead

Aerospace Industries Association; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) seeks a Manager, Content and Communications in Arlington, VA to lead speechwriting, shape external publications, and translate policy priorities into clear, compelling content for diverse audiences. You will work with leadership and policy teams to maintain a consistent narrative across executive speeches, white papers, and member communications.

Responsibilities include editing long-form content, developing talking points, and guiding digital content

Qualifications

• 2+ years in communications or legislative affairs.
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment experience.
• Preference for public policy or trade association communications knowledge; Capitol Hill a plus.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading for long-form content.
• Ability to translate complex policy into accessible language.
• Experience with executive speeches and long-form content is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead speechwriting and maintain a centralized speech bank for senior leadership.
• Editor for long-form external products (white papers, reports, policy explainers).
• Draft op-eds, long-form blog posts, CEO bylined articles.
• Maintain talking points, messaging frameworks, and strategic narratives.
• Translate policy priorities into clear content for external audiences.
• Oversee social media content and coordination with digital assets team.
• Support press releases and media materials with the Senior Manager, Media Relations.

Skills

Communications

Legislative affairs

Trade association experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Aerospace/defense knowledge

Excellent writing/editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/English/journalism

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Collaborative editing tools

Job description

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) seeks a Manager, Content and Communications in Arlington, VA to lead speechwriting, shape external publications, and translate policy priorities into clear, compelling content for diverse audiences. You will work with leadership and policy teams to maintain a consistent narrative across executive speeches, white papers, and member communications.

Responsibilities include editing long-form content, developing talking points, and guiding digital content