Space Strategic Communications SME with Security Clearance

Overview Space Strategic Communications SME - Shape the Voice of the Future in Space Location: Arlington, VA Clearance Required: Active TS with SCI eligibility Company: Astrion Client: Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration (SAF/SQ) Are you passionate about the future of space and national security? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, communication, and innovation? Astrion is looking for a highly motivated and skilled Strategic Communications Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help shape and amplify the voice of the Department of the Air Force's space acquisition mission. In this unique and high-impact role, you'll support SAF/SQ, the office responsible for steering the Department of the Air Force's space systems acquisition strategy and integrating allied, civil, and commercial space capabilities into the broader United States Space Force (USSF) architecture. You'll work directly with senior leaders across DoD and the space enterprise to influence policy, drive engagement, and communicate priorities that shape the future of space as a warfighting domain. What You'll Be Doing: Crafting and delivering strategic messaging on space acquisition, policy, and congressional engagement
Developing industry engagement packages and communications for high-stakes defense conferences
Translating complex and sensitive space topics into impactful communications for internal and external audiences
Researching and analyzing the evolving space industrial base and aligning messaging with NSS goals
Supporting SAF/SQ leadership with polished, timely, and tailored products including speeches, briefings, executive summaries, news releases, social media content, and more
Assisting in special projects such as congressional testimony and senior-level communications
Building and maintaining trusted relationships with industry, military, and government stakeholders
Coordinating logistics and support for events, engagements, and industry touchpoints
Pioneering new approaches for data-driven storytelling and long-term engagement trackingWhat You Bring: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (communications, policy, technical/scientific disciplines)
2+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications, public affairs, policy, or space-related fields
Deep understanding of the Department of the Air Force, USSF, and the national security space ecosystem
Experience supporting HQ-level staff or executive communications
Strong writing, editing, and messaging skills tailored to senior-level audiences
A proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments
U.S. Citizenship and active TS clearance with SCI eligibilityPreferred Qualities: Prior experience engaging with defense, civil, commercial, and allied space stakeholders
Familiarity with space acquisition processes, strategies, or system development
Confidence to handle sensitive or politically nuanced topics with clarity and professionalism
Strong organization and event coordination skills Why Join Us? At Astrion, you'll do more than communicate - you'll elevate. You'll play a key role in advancing U.S. leadership in space by connecting policy, innovation, and public perception. If you're looking to combine your passion for space with strategic influence at the highest levels of government, this is your launchpad.