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Public Affairs Specialist

McBride
Dayton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
McBride Consulting has an exciting opportunity for a Public Affairs Specialist providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM).

Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network providing resilient decision advantage and enabling the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM’s main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime and multiple acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space.

The Public Affairs Specialist will support the planning and execution of strategic programs. This role encompasses strategic communications, public affairs, outreach, and event planning. The specialist will manage communications content, coordinate high-visibility events, and strengthen stakeholder engagement across government, industry, academia, and international partners.

This is a Full-Time position located at Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH.

Duties Include, But Not Limited To

  • Support and manage events, outreach programs, campaigns, ceremonies, and assignments.
  • Manage message content to ensure consistency across the division.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute special events (e.g., ceremonies, official visits), ensuring all required activities are completed and aligned with the government lead and stakeholders.
  • Support all division conference exhibit activities.
  • Contribute to division strategic initiatives, including drafting press releases and articles, developing communications strategies, and leading strategic design for major events and conferences.
  • Coordinate community and stakeholder relations and lead execution of the division’s strategic community outreach plan to stakeholders, including industry, Congress, academia, and international organizations.

Requirements

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with current SCI eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field

Years of experience: 3 years of experience with at least 3 years working in the DoD

  • Extensive experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to produce press releases, news articles, and speeches across multiple media.
  • Knowledge of agency program planning, funding, and management information systems.

Additional Information

Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH

Travel: Travel may be required at the discretion of the customer

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Our people and culture

McBride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McBride Consulting does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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