Program Analyst (Strategic Communications Specialist) (KG_P1)

Air Combat Effectiveness Consulting•Lexington Park, MD

3h•$95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Program Analyst (Strategic Communications Specialist) will shape and deliver clear, compelling communications about priorities, plans, progress, and key themes for an advanced development aviation program. The role interfaces directly with PAE, program leadership, and O-6/GS-15 stakeholders to develop strategic messaging and high-impact presentations for high-visibility audiences, including Congress, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Navy, other government agencies, and industry partners. The specialist translates complex program information into concise, actionable insights that support senior-level decision-making. The position plans and executes communication strategies aligned with customer objectives, recommends effective delivery methods and channels, and develops content-management processes under customer guidance. It also creates message maps, storyboards, and scripts; evaluates strategies for continual improvement; and collaborates with customers and industry partners. Travel of 5% is required. ACE Group describes itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business providing expertise in airborne weapons systems. It offers opportunities for professional growth and benefits including personal time off, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, and a 401(k).

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least four years of experience in strategic communications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with Adobe Acrobat and SharePoint-style file-sharing systems.
Demonstrated outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Experience working in a dynamic, schedule-constrained, complex security environment.
Current SSBI or Federal Investigative Standard Tier 5 (T5) or Tier 5 Reinvestigation (T5R) within the last five years.
Eligibility for access to SCI under ICD 704 and SAP under SAPNP, with no disqualifying security issues.
A final DoD Top Secret clearance is desired; an Interim Top Secret or Final SECRET clearance will be considered for otherwise qualified candidates.

Nice To Haves

Special Access Program experience.
Experience working with OPNAV staff.
Knowledge of Navy TACAIR aircraft, systems, and weapons.
Ability to communicate concepts to varied audiences, in person and in writing.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and teambuilding skills, including effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to build relationships across multiple teams to support collaboration.
Flexibility and creativity in responding to evolving priorities and identifying solutions to problems.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with customer objectives.
Identify effective delivery methods, communication channels, modes, and approaches for engaging target audiences.
Plan content-management processes to ensure information is accurate, relevant, and timely under customer guidance.
Develop message maps, storyboards, and scripts that reflect the customer’s desired message and strategic objectives.
Establish and evaluate strategies that support continual process improvement.
Work with the customer and industry partners to develop a comprehensive communications approach.
Obtain information for service requests and provide additional assistance needed to meet requirements.
Build rapport with customers and sustain positive relationships across circumstances and environments.