Strategic Public Affairs & Communications Leader

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Sr. Public Affairs / Communication Specialist to support the NAVAIR contract in Patuxent River, MD.

The role develops strategic internal and external communications to strengthen visibility, engage stakeholders, and maintain a consistent public image. Responsibilities include creating newsletters in SharePoint Online, drafting press materials, guiding media inquiries, and coordinating leadership communications.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of experience in public affairs, communications, media relations, or related field.
• Master's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, public affairs, or a related discipline; Bachelor's degree plus 2 years’ experience may substitute.
• Experience with SharePoint Online and multimedia content development.
• Strong understanding of media relations, internal communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to assess public sentiment and communication trends across digital platforms.
• Ability to manage complex communication programs and produce high-quality written content.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communication strategies that support organizational goals.
• Maintain and reinforce the organization’s corporate image and identity through consistent messaging and branding.
• Assess advertising, promotion, and public engagement activities to align with objectives.
• Create, curate, and publish newsletters and executive communications for media channels.
• Prepare content for distribution to media channels and respond to inquiries.
• Manage digital and social media efforts to monitor engagement and sentiment.
• Coordinate the organization’s internal awards program and communication cycles.
• Support steering groups and leadership boards with scheduling, correspondence, and documentation.
• Arrange interviews, briefings, and public appearances for senior leadership.
• Develop speeches or executive messaging for major initiatives and events.

Skills

Strategic communication

Content development

Program coordination

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Social media management

Digital analytics

Education

MA/MS in communications or related field

Tools

SharePoint Online

Job description

Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Sr. Public Affairs / Communication Specialist to support the NAVAIR contract in Patuxent River, MD.

The role develops strategic internal and external communications to strengthen visibility, engage stakeholders, and maintain a consistent public image. Responsibilities include creating newsletters in SharePoint Online, drafting press materials, guiding media inquiries, and coordinating leadership communications.