Strategic Public Affairs Specialist — Defense Communications

DCS Corporation; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation, based in Dayton, OH, seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to support the C3BM division at Wright-Patterson AFB. The role focuses on strategic communications, outreach, and event planning to strengthen stakeholder engagement with government, industry, academia, and international partners.

The successful candidate will plan and execute high-visibility programs, manage press content, and contribute to major division initiatives while maintaining Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 12+ years experience; 3+ years in DoD.
• Extensive DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills for press releases, articles and speeches.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Support 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.

Skills

US Citizenship

Top Secret Clearance

DoD experience

Public affairs

Excellent writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in related field

Job description

DCS Corporation, based in Dayton, OH, seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to support the C3BM division at Wright-Patterson AFB. The role focuses on strategic communications, outreach, and event planning to strengthen stakeholder engagement with government, industry, academia, and international partners.

The successful candidate will plan and execute high-visibility programs, manage press content, and contribute to major division initiatives while maintaining Top Secret clearance.