[Hiring] CMS Communications Specialist @HII's Mission Technologies division

Role Description

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a Military Strategic Communications Specialist to provide United States Space Forces Europe and Africa (SPACEFOREUR‑AF) Public Affairs with specialized executive‑level writing and strategic communication support for the Commanding General and senior leadership!

The Military Strategic Communications Specialist will:

• Research, develop, and produce speeches, scripts, remarks, talking points, narratives, and related executive‑communication products that clearly convey the Commander’s priorities, intent, and messaging.
• Collaborate with Public Affairs, Command Group, staff directorates, and subject matter experts to ensure all communication products align with approved command narratives, strategic communication guidance, and Public Affairs objectives.
• Support command messaging for engagements, ceremonies, leader communications, and external or internal events across the SPACEFOREUR‑AF area of responsibility.

Join our growing team and help support critical national security missions around the globe!

Position is remote and part time/hourly.

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.
• Demonstrated experience writing speeches, talking points, or executive communications for senior military, government, or corporate leaders.
• Ability to write persuasively and clearly, adopting the voice and style of the Commanding General.
• Ability to simplify complex operational or technical topics into accessible content.
• Exceptional research, interviewing, and narrative synthesis skills.
• Strong editing, proofreading, and fact-checking abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and deliver high-quality products under tight timelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance, with the continued ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Requirements

• Develop, coordinate, and revise speeches, remarks, scripts, talking points, and other executive communication products for the SPACEFOREUR AF Commander and senior leadership.
• Write in the voice of the Commanding General, ensuring content accurately reflects intent, tone, themes, and command messaging priorities.
• Conduct research using command documents, operational references, SME inputs, policy materials, strategic guidance, and open source information to inform written products.
• Prepare messaging for senior leader engagements, ceremonies, commander’s calls, multinational events, media interactions, and internal or external communication opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Public Affairs team to ensure all content aligns with approved communication strategies, themes, and target audiences.
• Coordinate drafts with staff directorates, protocol, and executive leadership to refine and validate messaging.
• Translate complex operational, technical, and policy topics into clear, compelling narratives suitable for diverse audiences including joint forces, allied partners, and civilian stakeholders.
• Prepare read ahead materials, scene setters, Q&A papers, bios, and talking papers supporting senior leader engagements.
• Edit, proofread, and fact check written products for clarity, accuracy, style, and security considerations.
• Maintain version control, track changes, and ensure timely delivery of communication products, including short notice taskings.
• Provide advice to Public Affairs on messaging frameworks, narrative development, and strategic communication themes.
• Support Public Affairs with additional writing requirements including internal communications, talking points, executive memos, and ceremonial products as needed.
• Operate effectively in a remote/CONUS environment while integrating into an OCONUS command Public Affairs workflow.
• Additional duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
• Life insurance and employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for early childhood and post-secondary education.
• Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions.