Journeyman Strategic Communications Specialist

AVIAN

Strategic communications specialist producing multimedia and public affairs content for NAVAIR. Supporting Navy and Department of Defense missions at employee-owned AVIAN.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timePatuxent River • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,000 - $88,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in stakeholder communications, media relations, and public relations strategies, with proficiency in writing and designing multimedia content. Capable of managing competing priorities and collaborating effectively in team environments while adhering to government guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BA/BS Degree In CommunicationPublic Relations ExperienceAdobe Creative Suite ProficiencyAP Style WritingNAVAIR Support Experience

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Hard Skills

Media Query ResponsesCrisis Media Response PlansPress ReleasesEvent CoordinationGraphic DesignMultimedia ProductionKey MessagingInterview PreparationSocial Media ManagementPublication Design

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsFlexible Team PlayerSelf-StarterAbility To Manage Competing PrioritiesAbility To Work Autonomously

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft TeamsSharePointMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft FormsMicrosoft PlannerPower Automate

Certifications & Qualifications

Department Of Defense Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Stakeholder CommunicationsPublic Image PromotionMedia RelationsNAVAIRGovernment Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce and deliver effective internal and external stakeholder communications
Coordinate with Program Executive Office public affairs
Facilitate communications between media, squadrons, industry partners, NAVAIR IPTs, and other agencies
Write articles, captions, briefs, presentations, news media strategies, crisis media response plans, key messaging, media query responses, press releases, feature articles, talking points/speeches, social media posts, and awards
Support senior leadership interview preparation and media training
Plan and coordinate events and protocol activities
Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations
Design multimedia and graphic products including infographics, illustrations, logos/branding, photography, image editing, and publication design
Collaborate with AVIAN’s creative professionals through peer reviews, shared resources, and continuing education sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
Three to ten years of combined experience performing the listed responsibilities
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Experience supporting NAVAIR desired
Microsoft Teams and SharePoint experience
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to write in alignment with AP style and government guidelines
Flexible team player and self-starter with excellent organizational skills
Ability to work in a team environment or autonomously
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet critical project schedules
Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
Ability to travel occasionally
Experience with Microsoft Forms, Planner, SharePoint, and Power Automate is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Telemedicine services
TRICARE supplement for veterans
Flexible and paid time off
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Maternity and bonding leave
Military training leave
Continuing education sessions
Community initiatives and employee engagement opportunities