Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ U.S. seeks a Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Advisor to support an integrated marketing communications and public affairs portfolio on behalf of a federal law enforcement organization within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary workstreams include developing multimedia projects and campaigns in coordination with program managers and technical subject matter experts; providing daily communications and public affairs guidance and support; and assisting with building the team’s marketing communications and external relations capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level integrated marketing communications and public affairs support on an array of activities from building strategic communication plans and creating websites to executing event management and digital strategies.
• Support agency executive leadership on daily public affairs and integrated marketing communications programs.
• Build and maintain collaborative and strategic relationships with a variety of subject matter experts and agency leadership.
• Quickly analyze, interpret and convey complex and technical mission-related language into clear, concise and accurate language.
• Identify, recommend and implement integrated marketing communications tactics and campaigns.
• Adapt and excel in a dynamic environment with an eye for capturing short- and long-term strategic goals.
• Identify opportunities to introduce QinetiQ solutions that address existing and anticipated client challenges.

Required Qualifications

Qualifications:

• • Possess three to 10 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree, or two to eight years of experience and a master’s degree.
  • Previous experience in federal management consulting, strategic communications, marketing, visual communications, or a related field.
  • Experience in marketing and communications, to include drafting high-profile talking points and speeches for high-level clients such as senior government officials.
  • Skills in graphics design, MS SharePoint, audio/visual, photography, and/or print/web design.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced Headquarters environment supporting federal leaders.
  • Ability to think critically and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Smart, self-directed team player who can work both collaboratively and independently depending on the current needs of the client.
  • Ready to collaborate with clients, teammates and other stakeholders and build respectful and positive relationships based on mutual trust.
  • Ability to maintain a security clearance from the U.S. Government and to handle sensitive and complex subject matter with judgment and discretion.
  • Candidates will be required to provide a writing sample.

Preferred Qualifications

What Sets You Apart:

• Demonstrated experience building working relationships with federal law enforcement stakeholders.
• Passion for public relations and subject matter expertise in integrated marketing communications.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.