Communications Rep 3

Requisition Number: 30309

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $82,191.00 - $110,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

Employee Referral Amount: $3,500.00

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you.

Leadership at HII - Mission Technologies
HII's Leadership Capability Framework Defines The Standard Of Excellence Expected Of All Leaders Across Mission Technologies. Leaders Are Accountable For Modeling These Capabilities And Building Them Within Their Teams

Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.

Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.

Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.

Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.

Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.

Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies.

Job Description
HII is seeking a Strategic Communications Strategist to support AFWERX team. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing integrated communication strategies that effectively engage internal and external stakeholders, ecosystem partners, government organizations, and industry collaborators. This role partners with AFWERX leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to produce targeted messaging, communication campaigns, and content that clearly communicates organizational priorities, mission objectives, and program performance. Candidates must be able to operate in a fast-paced, highly dispersed environment and manage multiple priorities.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive strategic communication plans aligned with AFWERX objectives, including research, audience analysis, message development, and channel strategy

Prepare and submit communication plans and deliverables for Government review and approval

Implement integrated communication strategies across traditional media, social media, websites, presentations, internal communications, and digital platforms

Develop messaging and content supporting AFWERX strategy, brand initiatives, programs, and leadership priorities

Serve as the Strategic Communications point of contact for assigned divisions, programs, or organizations

Produce internal communication materials to inform personnel about initiatives, priorities, accomplishments, and program performance

Ensure all communications comply with branding standards and OPSEC requirements

Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry partners, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), and other ecosystem stakeholders

Identify opportunities for cross-functional or cross-organizational communication initiatives.

Support content development teams including writers, designers, and multimedia producers

Tailor communication products to specific target audiences to clearly convey AFWERX's value

Track and evaluate communication effectiveness using analytics, stakeholder feedback, and measurable outcomes; recommend improvements as needed

Stay current on emerging communication trends, platforms, technologies, and best practices

Participate in meetings and discussions to gather information and provide communication expertise

Manage multiple communication projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, highly dispersed environment

Travel as required to support stakeholder engagement, ecosystem partnerships, events, and outreach activities

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or related field

Minimum 6 years of experience in strategic communications, program management, public relations, marketing, stakeholder engagement, or related fields

Strong strategic planning and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship‑building abilities

Experience developing integrated communication plans, campaigns, messaging strategies, and communication products

Ability to extend organizational narratives across multiple communication channels.

Proficiency in analytics, reporting, evaluation techniques, and stakeholder feedback integration

Ability to translate complex organizational or technical information into clear and audience-appropriate messaging

Strong critical thinking, organizational, time‑management, and attention‑to‑detail skills

Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively in dispersed environments

Proficiency with digital communication tools, including Google Workspace

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tight deadlines in fast-paced settings

Willingness to travel as needed

Secret clearance

Preferred Requirements

Master’s degree (MBA, Organizational Management, Strategic Management, Program/Project Management, Communications, or related discipline

Experience supporting DoD, U.S. Air Force, government agencies, military organizations, or contracting environments

Experience developing communications for innovation, technology, acquisition, or national defense programs

Knowledge of OPSEC considerations in communication product development

Experience advising senior leaders on strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, or messaging

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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