The Program Analyst (Strategic Communications Specialist) will play a critical role in shaping and delivering clear, compelling communication of program priorities, plans, progress, and key themes for an advanced development aviation program. This position interfaces directly with PAE, program leadership, and O-6/GS-15 stakeholders to develop strategic messaging and high-impact presentations tailored for diverse, high-visibility audiences, including Congress, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Navy, other government agencies, and industry partners. The ideal candidate will be adept at translating complex program information into concise, actionable insights that support informed decision-making at the highest levels.

The Program Analyst (Strategic Communications Specialist) will:

• Plan and execute comprehensive communication strategies in alignment within the customer objectives.

• Identify and introduce methods of delivery, communication channels, modes, and approaches that will effectively engage target audiences.

• Plan strategy for development of content management processes to ensure accurate, relevant and timely information under the guidance of the customer.

• Develop message maps, story boards, and scripts as needed to ensure the appropriate tone, content, and delivery of information that reflects the desired message of the customer to achieve strategic goals and objectives.

• Establish and evaluate strategy that allows for continual process improvement.

• Work closely with the customer and industry partners to develop a comprehensive approach to communications.

• Obtain the appropriate information for service requests and provide any additional assistance necessary to meet the needed requirements.

• Demonstrate the ability to establish a rapport with customers; including the ability to create and sustain a positive relationship; regardless of circumstances or environment.

Travel (5%) is required for this position.

Required Experience & Skills: 

• Education: Candidate must have a High School diploma.

• Experience: Candidate must have at least four (4) years of experience in strategic communications.

• Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and have experience with Adobe Acrobat and share point style file sharing systems.

• Candidate must have demonstrated outstanding oral and written communication skills

• Candidate should have experience working in a dynamic, schedule constrained, and complex security environment.  Special Access Program experience is a plus but not required.

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Candidate should have experience working with OPNAV staff.

• Candidate should have knowledge of Navy TACAIR aircraft, systems, and weapons.

• Candidate should have the ability to communicate concepts to a variety of audiences, both in person and in writing.

• Candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, collaboration and teambuilding skills, and the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.

• Candidate should have the ability to build relationships with multiple teams to support cross collaboration.

• Candidate should have keen flexibility and creativity; ability to identify and respond to evolving priorities and identify solutions to problems.

Clearance Requirement:  A current SSBI or Federal Investigative Standard Tier 5 (T5) or Tier 5 Reinvestigation (T5R) within the last 5 years.  A final DoD Top Secret clearance is desired, but an Interim Top Secret or Final SECRET will be considered for otherwise qualified candidates.  Eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartment Information (SCI) in accordance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 704 and Special Access Program (SAP) in accordance with SAP Nomination Policy (SAPNP) with no disqualifying security issues that will deem a candidate ineligible for access.  

ACE Group is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that provides expertise in the operational application of current and future airborne weapons systems, with an emphasis on their lethality and survivability in the Battlespace. Our employees draw from a wealth of personal, professional and company experience to provide our Nation’s decision makers with the knowledge required to optimally equip our Armed Services with affordable, lethal and survivable weapons systems. We serve as our customers’ most trusted agents in their goal of producing enterprise-wide survivability investments and executable programs. We fill key roles within customer offices, offering critical knowledge regarding design, development, procurement, and test and evaluation of new and upgraded weapons and platforms. ACE Group’s philosophy is simple: Our success must be grounded on service and honest relationships. We focus on meeting the needs of our customers and employees, and trust that with those satisfied employees and satisfied customers, the business will take care of itself. ACE Group provides exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including personal time off, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, and 401(k) . 

ACE Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.