Delta Solutions & Strategies is seeking a SME Communications Specialist supporting the United States Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC) Command Staff Support contract.
*Positions contingent on award.
What you will be doing:

• Support future operations and long-term strategic planning efforts, managing multiple strategic events and functions that assist with Public Affairs Strategic Communication Activities.
• Work to leverage all available communication channels to execute communication campaigns across multiple platforms (conferences, in-office events, media relations, social media, website, articles, videos, etc.) Ensure synchronization and integration of all strategic message planning efforts between HQ USSF, SSC, and any other applicable partner organizations to support planning efforts that feed into larger enterprise-wide activities.
• Provide analysis and other assessments to ensure a quality product is presented that meets the intent of the tasking.
• Research, draft, and edit articles, speeches, and testimony on SSC activities, organization, missions, operations, and initiatives.
• Ensure products being released meet the intent of the customer and will be fact checked for accuracy. Draft, review, coordinate, and process program acquisition point papers, briefings, articles, media releases, and other applicable strategic guidance and information with an eye toward long term strategic planning and future operations.
• Ensure all deliverable outcomes are suitable for public release to industry, media, trade publications, international partners, and other program stakeholders.

What you will need:

• Top Secret / SCI security clearance is required
• MA / MS degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Policy, Literature, History, Business, Economics or STEM related disciplines is required
• Ten (10) years demonstrated experience in related field is required
• Strong ability to translate highly technical content into thoughtful, compelling, and effective communication products in support of Space Systems Command customers
• Understand organizational business strategy, projects, research and stories to forecast, plan, and craft both short and long-term integrated communication campaigns.
• Proficient in the production of video products and serve in a producer/director capacity ensuring video products are storyboarded, scripted appropriately, produced timely and meet industry level production standards.
• Proficient with various software such as (Adobe Suite, Hootsuite, Microsoft), have an understanding of how to navigate Macintosh applications, and should be able to write and have an understanding with the Associated Press style of writing.
• Proficient in creating, suggesting, and arranging graphics to support products and materials required by Public Affairs.
• Strong ability to apply strategic thinking, attention to detail and situational awareness towards communication products and deliverables
• Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work closely with teammates and customers across internal and external organizations.
• Strong ability to think critically and synthesize information from multiple sources into comprehensive plans and document
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes, and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility
• Speak/write Air Force, Space Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Goal-oriented, strategic thinker who is also willing to roll up their sleeves and execute tactics.

Delta Solutions & Strategies offers a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves.
In compliance with California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $90,000-$140,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Delta Solutions & Strategies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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