Congressional Communications Support Subject Matter Expert (SME), TS/SCI

Blue Sky Innovators•Arlington, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Sky Innovators is seeking a Congressional Support SME to directly support SAF/AQL leadership and the AQL Congressional Liaison. This full-time, on-site position at the Pentagon is a high-visibility role essential to managing strategic communication, congressional engagement, and senior leader messaging across a complex portfolio of advanced Air Force programs, including Special Access Programs (SAPs).

Requirements

Active TS/SCI (required)
Demonstrated experience in Congressional engagement, public affairs, or senior-level communications within DoD or the Federal Government
Strong understanding of Department of the Air Force missions, organizations, and processes (SAF/AQL experience highly desired)
Proven ability to develop executive-level briefings and written products for senior leaders
Exceptional organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple high-priority efforts simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
High level of attention to detail, discretion, and confidentiality, especially when handling sensitive or classified information

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Congressional Liaison Offices or directly with Capitol Hill staff
Familiarity with CFIUS processes, SAP environments, or defense acquisition policy
Prior experience supporting HAF, OSD, Joint Staff, or Service Secretariat-level leadership

Responsibilities

Serve as a key advisor and support element to the AQL Congressional Liaison, managing relationships and communications with congressional members, staffers, agencies, and PSMs
Develop, coordinate, and deliver high-quality materials for senior Department of the Air Force (DAF) leaders, including briefings, RFIs, and Congressional inquiries
Support and streamline processes related to CFIUS and other interagency coordination efforts
Lead the development, refinement, and implementation of the AQL Communications Plan, ensuring alignment with broader AQL strategy
Consolidate, update, and maintain AQL enterprise assets, including briefing decks, templates, training materials, and leadership presentations (both classified and unclassified)
Coordinate the development and integration of Budget Briefing Products (BBPs) across AQL divisions, providing clear, contextualized information for senior leaders
Assist in developing strategic messaging and original content in support of SAP reform efforts
Support Congressional engagements by preparing leadership with accurate, timely, and policy-aligned materials
Collaborate across SAF/AQL, SAF/IA, and other stakeholders to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment in all communications