Communications Consultant

Description

Evans is hiring a Senior Communications Consultant to support a large-scale FAA air traffic modernization program. This role produces the executive and Administrator-level communications for an effort consolidating air traffic operational systems onto modern cloud infrastructure. We are seeking someone who can translate complex technical activity into clear material for senior government leaders and who can deliver a finished product on a short turn.

Location Details: This role is mostly remote with occasional on-site requirements at the FAA Headquarters in Washington D.C.

• Develop executive and Administrator-level briefings, talking points, and status materials for a program with both government and industry participants.
• Own the program narrative for a major system demonstration, including the storyline, briefing materials, and supporting visuals.
• Prepare and maintain the facilitation guide for the recurring weekly leadership alignment meeting.
• Produce the minutes for the weekly leadership alignment meeting, covering confirmed decisions, open questions, and forward priorities.
• Translate technical activity from engineering and industry teams into plain language for non-technical executive audiences.
• Manage the distribution cadence for program artifacts so participating organizations receive current material on a predictable schedule.
• Develop and refine communication products, templates, and visual and text-based materials in electronic and printed media.
• Draft memos, correspondence, and written products for internal and external requests.
• Serve as lead reviewer and editor of program content before it reaches senior leadership.
• Support planning and agenda development for leadership sessions and program governance meetings.
• Coordinate with government and industry participants to gather input for communication products.
• Maintain a library of reusable communication products and program artifacts.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree plus at least 10 years of experience is required. A Master’s Degree plus 7 years of experience may substitute.
• Proven experience developing executive-level communications products in a government program environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical language into plain language and clear visuals.
• Strong formal writing and editing skills across briefings, talking points, white papers, and status reports.
• Ability to produce finished material on short notice, including a product ready to share by the close of a meeting.
• Some technical fluency is required. Prior support to infrastructure, systems, or IT modernization programs is preferred.
• Prior FAA experience is desired.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail while supporting several concurrent activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams. Familiarity with Confluence is a nice to have.
• Ability to obtain and maintain FAA public trust suitability.

The Evans Experience 

Evans, Inc. is a growing firm doing consequential work. We partner with federal agencies — FAA, Navy, Air Force, and others — to implement technology, develop workforces, and drive lasting organizational change. The work is complex, the stakes are real, and the people we serve depend on us to get it right. 

What you'll find here is an environment that rewards curiosity, pushes you to think past the obvious answer, and holds everyone accountable for results. We bring integrity to every engagement and the courage to say what needs to be said, even when it's not the easy path. 

We're a tight-knit team of people who genuinely care about the work and each other. If you do your best thinking in an environment that values creativity, honesty, and service — and you want to do it alongside people who hold themselves to the same standard — you'll fit here. 

We Take Care of Our Own (Benefits) 

We believe one of the major benefits of working at Evans is our award-winning culture of ongoing learning and professional growth, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and wellness. But aside from our culture, we also offer a very comprehensive benefits package: 

• Supporting Work-Life Integration 

• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources 

• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs 

• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave 

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits 

• Company-Paid Life Insurance 

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits 

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA) 

• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans' Contribution and 100% Vesting 

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

• Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with ADA. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to HR at evansconsulting.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries. 

Work Authorization 

Candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship. Certain work assignments may require the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Identity Statement 

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. 

Compensation 

Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Evans's total compensation package for employees. 

Salary : $95,000 - $120,000