Public Affairs Project Manager

Amentum is currently seeking qualified candidates to serve as a Public Affairs Project Manager to support Army Organizations aboard the Detroit Arsenal in Warren, MI. This position will be on-site daily, and travel may be required (up to 5-10%). Other duties may be assigned to support client and contract deliverables. The ideal candidate is a former senior public affairs officer familiar with supporting senior commanders and their organizations or has previous with public relations in the government sector.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review, analyze, and synthesize Congressional, Department of War, Department of the Army, and other stakeholder communications relevant providing informed recommendations to leadership.
• Develop, implement, and assess comprehensive communication strategies, plans, themes, and key messages aligned with Army policy and mission objectives.
• Formulate internal communication themes and messaging to ensure consistent, mission-focused information flow within the organization.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute media events tied to major and mid-level program activities (e.g., contract awards, fieldings, operational tests). Duties include drafting press releases; identifying and engaging media outlets; coordinating with program principals; securing venues; developing talking points and key messages.
• Oversee the planning, development, and production of Public Affairs products, including news releases, feature stories, photographs, graphics, video products, and digital content.
• Respond to media inquiries by coordinating with leadership to develop accurate, timely, and releasable responses; prepare Q&A and background material; and secure appropriate approvals prior to release.
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive communication plans that align with the organization's mission to deliver integrated fires capabilities to the warfighter.
• Serve as the principal communication advisor to senior Army leadership, drafting high-level briefings, communications, and whitepapers.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with a broad ecosystem of internal and external stakeholders, including military leadership, defense industry partners, and international allies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive, multi-channel communication plans aligned with Army priorities and mission goals.
• Translate highly technical acquisition data—including sensor technologies, interceptors, and battle management systems—into digestible, policy-compliant content for external and internal audiences.
• Lead rapid communication planning and crisis response efforts related to program performance, national security issues, or reputational threats.
• Coordinate external engagements, facilitate site visits, and manage the organization's digital footprint.
• Review and edit artifacts supporting Congressional requests for information (RFIs), information papers, and hearing testimony.
• Utilize analytics and sentiment analysis to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts, adjusting strategies based on real-time data.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5-15 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or media relations, preferably within the Dept of War or a federal government environment.
• Strategic messaging, congressional and interagency coordination, and information environment analysis and media relations expertise.
• Proven ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with personnel at all levels, from junior soldiers to senior leaders and corporate executives.
• A thorough understanding of Army logistical and maintenance support structures.
• Must have a high level of organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detailed-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance. Amentum will sponsor a SECRET security clearance, a positive adjudication/determination may be required for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Senior public affairs officer from the U.S. Army with time served at an 0-5 command or higher.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, public relations, or strategic communication.
• Familiarity with the Army's acquisition and modernization processes.

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