Public Affairs Specialist

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Public Affairs Specialistproviding 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. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with current SCI eligibilityPreferred QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related fieldYears of experience: 3+ years of experience with at least 3 years working in the DoDExtensive 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 InformationLocation: Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OHTravel: Travel may be required at the discretion of the customer#LI-MK1 Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Please Note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey BenefitsJob SummaryID: 2026-9134Category: AnalystType: Full TimeBiweekly Hours: 80Location : Name: Wright Patterson AFBMin: USD $120,000.00/Yr.Max: USD $145,000.00/Yr.