Overview
AVIAN is seeking a Journeyman Strategic Communications Specialist to support a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)'s Unmanned Carrier Aviation program office (PMA-268). You will work as part of a team producing strategic communications and multimedia products, both internal and external, through a broad range of tools and tactics.
You will join AVIAN’s cadre of creative professionals who specialize in strategic communication, graphic design, marketing, multimedia production and more. Our creative team supports each other through constructive peer reviews, shares professional resources and regularly gathers for continuing education sessions.
At AVIAN (pronounced *a-v-yin*) we believe in the extraordinary potential of every individual. As an employee owner at AVIAN, you will find that we have cultivated an employee-first mentality. By prioritizing talent over experience, we ensure that every hire we make is as unique as the position that they will be filling.
Here on our team, we embrace new challenges and focus on continuous learning which fosters growth mindsets in all our employee owners; whether you are joining the workforce for the very first time or if you’re a seasoned professionals who has their eyes set on retirement.
Our commitment to providing our customers and employees with an unmatched experience sets us apart. We believe that every team member has a stake in the success of AVIAN, and we strive to ensure that each member of our team knows that their contributions matter. You can be sure as an employee owner you will celebrate both your individual and our collective triumphs.
Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of the AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn’t stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.
We believe that employee investment shouldn’t be a one-way street, so we offer benefits that normalize balancing mental wellness and family time with work responsibilities. From Flexible Time Off to Wellness Reimbursements we want all our team members to achieve the highest levels of life/work balance.
AVIAN - where creative, talented minds flourish, and where proactive, productive, proficient professionals feel valued.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of a team to produce and deliver effective internal and external stakeholder communications using the Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite as well as other current industry software.
- Coordinate with the Program Executive Office public affairs to facilitate communications between the media, squadrons, industry partners, NAVAIR IPTs and other agencies by providing specialized communications.
- Assist with writing in alignment with AP style and government guidelines including, but not limited to articles, captions, briefs and presentations; content for communications strategies such as news media strategies, crisis media response planning, key messaging, media query responses, press releases, feature articles, talking points/speeches, and social media posts; awards such as Letters of Appreciation, Civilian and Military Awards, and external honorary awards.
- Support public relations to include, but not limited to senior leadership interview preparation, media training, event planning/coordination, protocol activities, and engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations.
- Design multimedia and graphic products to include, but not limited to infographics, illustrations, logos/branding, photography, image editing, and publication design.
- Experience with Microsoft apps such as Forms, Planner, SharePoint and Power Automate a plus.
- Candidate must be a flexible team player and self-starter possessing excellent organizational skills. The ideal individual will have the ability to function in a team environment or autonomously, manage competing priorities, and be able to meet critical project schedules.
- Selected candidate must be able to handle several tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to travel occasionally is also required.
- This is a hybrid position allowing for some telework and some on-site requirements in Patuxent River, MD.
Qualifications
- BA/BS degree plus three to ten years of combined experience in the communications field.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
- Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Salary range: $80,000-85,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.)
At AVIAN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans. Financially, we provide flexible spending accounts (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). Additional perks like wellness reimbursements and referral bonuses are also available.
For insurance protection, we offer basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, disability benefits, and AFLAC supplemental insurance. In terms of life, work, and family, we provide flexible time off, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities are available to help you grow. We also offer pet insurance, identity protection, and life assistance programs. At AVIAN, we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.
AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran’s status.
