Junior Public Affairs Officer

JRC's Missiles and Space Team is actively searching for a Junior Public Affairs Officer to support the Department of the Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). In this role, you'll work closely with SSP Headquarters in Washington, D.C., supporting public affairs initiatives, developing communication materials, and helping communicate the organization's mission and priorities. You'll collaborate with government leadership and public affairs professionals to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and consistent with Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policies. If you're a strong writer, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a mission-focused team, we'd love to hear from you.

🧠 What You'll Do

• Draft, edit, and review articles, news releases, talking points, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Support SSP Headquarters with daily public affairs activities and communication requirements.
• Conduct research and monitor media coverage to support leadership and public affairs initiatives.
• Assist with media inquiries, information requests, and stakeholder coordination.
• Support leadership engagements, public affairs events, and internal and external communications.
• Ensure communication products are accurate and follow established review, approval, OPSEC, and information-release procedures.
• Maintain public affairs records, track assignments, and meet deadlines.

💼 What You Bring

• Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance required at the start of employment.
• Education/Experience: Associate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent specialized experience in public affairs or communications.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate professionally with government customers and leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.

⭐ Bonus Points for...

• Experience supporting the Department of the Navy, DoD, or another federal agency.
• Familiarity with SSP, Navy missions, or military organizational structures.
• Experience developing public affairs materials, coordinating media inquiries, or supporting leadership engagements.
• Knowledge of OPSEC and government public affairs review and approval processes