Public Affairs Project Manager

Amentum•Warren, MI

1d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is currently seeking qualified candidates to serve as a Public Affairs Project Manager to support Army Organizations aboard the Detroit Arsenal in Warren, MI. This position will be on-site daily, and travel may be required (up to 5-10%). Other duties may be assigned to support client and contract deliverables. The ideal candidate is a former senior public affairs officer familiar with supporting senior commanders and their organizations or has previous with public relations in the government sector.

Requirements

5-15 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or media relations, preferably within the Dept of War or a federal government environment.
Strategic messaging, congressional and interagency coordination, and information environment analysis and media relations expertise.
Proven ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with personnel at all levels, from junior soldiers to senior leaders and corporate executives.
A thorough understanding of Army logistical and maintenance support structures.
Must have a high level of organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and ability to travel as required.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Detailed-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance. Amentum will sponsor a SECRET security clearance, a positive adjudication/determination may be required for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Senior public affairs officer from the U.S. Army with time served at an 0-5 command or higher.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, public relations, or strategic communication.
Familiarity with the Army's acquisition and modernization processes.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and synthesize Congressional, Department of War, Department of the Army, and other stakeholder communications relevant providing informed recommendations to leadership.
Develop, implement, and assess comprehensive communication strategies, plans, themes, and key messages aligned with Army policy and mission objectives.
Formulate internal communication themes and messaging to ensure consistent, mission-focused information flow within the organization.
Plan, coordinate, and execute media events tied to major and mid-level program activities (e.g., contract awards, fieldings, operational tests). Duties include drafting press releases; identifying and engaging media outlets; coordinating with program principals; securing venues; developing talking points and key messages.
Oversee the planning, development, and production of Public Affairs products, including news releases, feature stories, photographs, graphics, video products, and digital content.
Respond to media inquiries by coordinating with leadership to develop accurate, timely, and releasable responses; prepare Q&A and background material; and secure appropriate approvals prior to release.
Lead the development and execution of comprehensive communication plans that align with the organization's mission to deliver integrated fires capabilities to the warfighter.
Serve as the principal communication advisor to senior Army leadership, drafting high-level briefings, communications, and whitepapers.
Cultivate and manage relationships with a broad ecosystem of internal and external stakeholders, including military leadership, defense industry partners, and international allies.
Develop and implement comprehensive, multi-channel communication plans aligned with Army priorities and mission goals.
Translate highly technical acquisition data—including sensor technologies, interceptors, and battle management systems—into digestible, policy-compliant content for external and internal audiences.
Lead rapid communication planning and crisis response efforts related to program performance, national security issues, or reputational threats.
Coordinate external engagements, facilitate site visits, and manage the organization's digital footprint.
Review and edit artifacts supporting Congressional requests for information (RFIs), information papers, and hearing testimony.
Utilize analytics and sentiment analysis to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts, adjusting strategies based on real-time data.