Public Affairs Specialist

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

Overview
The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of the contract's ongoing and evolving Public Affairs and Communications efforts.

Act as a media relations coordinator, coordinating with multiple NASA centers to support media activities such as media tours, interviews, panel presentations, and speeches.

Help establish, reinforce and maintain the company's image as a vital contributor to space endeavors, including publicity, consumer awareness, corporate and communication campaigns.

Develop outreach products such as social media content, messaging campaigns, corporate presentations, and marketing collateral.

Support external events such as conferences and symposia.

Assist with the overall internal communications strategy that informs and engages employees, including recruitment and employee recognition efforts.

Help develop PowerPoint presentations and video/audio footage.

Assist with projects from concept to production.

Some after‑hours and weekend work may be required on occasion to support launch activities and special events.

Qualifications

High School Diploma with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in media relations and communications.

Experience in the aerospace industry with knowledge of the space program preferred.

Strong writing and editing skills, with AP Style Guide knowledge.

Photography/videography skills preferred.

Ability to work independently and multitask in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

May be required to climb stairs, wear hearing and eye protection, and access remote structures.

Work may take place inside and outside the test complex on uneven terrain.

Must be able to use ladders and platforms, and follow NASA and company safety standards.

Full‑time hours with occasional overtime, including weekends, and shift work may be required.

Travel to support the position, including airline travel, is expected.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax‑saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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