Innovative Technologies Corporation

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Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) is seeking an experienced Strategic Communication Specialist in the DC Metropolitan Area to support a proposal we are bidding on. We estimate the award will be made in August/September 2026. The Strategic Communications Specialist (SMTS I) is providing senior-level communications strategy and analytical support to SAF/SQ and the Director. The position leads cross-functional teams to develop and execute a comprehensive strategic communications and stakeholder engagement plan; identifies engagement opportunities; maintains an annual communications calendar; and coordinates messaging with SAF/PA, SAF/LL, OSD Legislative Affairs, and other stakeholders. The role develops and delivers time-sensitive, audience-tailored products—including speeches, congressional testimony, reports, social media content, executive summaries, and information papers—ensuring alignment with DoD and Air Force standards and the expectations of senior civilian and military leaders. The specialist applies quantitative and qualitative methods to assess communications effectiveness and refines strategy accordingly. Required Clearance Level: TS/SCI. Required Qualifications · Master’s Degree or Equivalent · >15 applicable experience in an Analysis, Policy, Planning or Program Management field related to Defense Space. · Senior staff, writing, and decision-making skills. · Strong public speaking skills. · Expertise in oral and written English communications skills. · Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office environment is essential (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint). Desired Qualifications · Master’s degree in Communication field. · Recent work experience with National Security Space (DoD or IC) community · Experience with NASA, NRO, commercial providers. Key Responsibilities · Serves as the Strategic Communications Specialist providing technical analyses and direct support for SAF/SQ · Leads cross-organization and cross-function teams of peers to develop, deliver and maintain a strategic communications strategy and stakeholder engagement plan for the SAF/SQ and Director · Identifies engagement opportunities (meetings, conferences, interviews, social activities, etc.) and develops a communications calendar with milestones over the fiscal year · Collaborates with SAF/PA, SAF/LL, OSD LA and other organizations to shape and deliver clear and concise messages across the full spectrum of audiences and media · Delivers a high level of expertise to ensure that complex, potentially controversial, and politically sensitive issues are appropriately articulated to multiple, pre-determined audiences and amplified via appropriate communications channels · Develops and applies quantitative and qualitative methods to measure the effectiveness of the Strategic Communications plan, materials and engagements across appropriate audiences and stakeholders · Develops and delivers communications products aimed at informing and influencing a variety of audiences – both internal and external – through numerous fora and all types of media · Creates time sensitive deliverables that are strategic, well researched, tailored to the audiences and rapidly adapted to meet changing environments and Director SAF/SQ goals · Conducts research, analysis, and interviews to write and edit a variety of materials such as speeches; interviews; social media content, conference presentations; executive summaries; reports; articles for publication in professional magazines, journals, and other media outlets; newsletters; news releases; notes and other correspondence · Provides support to special projects and assignments, such as preparing congressional testimony, written products, and information papers on a wide variety of issues with audiences at the highest level of the nation’s civilian and military leadership · Conducts technical analysis, including implications and alternatives, and writes these analyses and recommendations in clear, concise written products · Reviews written material for editorial quality and consistency, and compliance with DoD and Air Force style, format, and content to ensure products adhere to all requirements · Ensures written materials are commensurate with the level and authority of the target audience consisting of the Secretary of Defense, members of Congress, senior officials at the Four Star or SES level, and other leaders at the highest levels of the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, other government agencies and private industry About ITC Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) offers challenging but rewarding opportunities for those who want to provide a great experience for the customer and strive to reach their professional goals. As a member of ITC, you will be working alongside people providing innovative solutions to our government customers. Our success is built on integrity, loyalty, and trust. ITC has a commitment to provide the right people for the job, right when they are needed. Compensation & Benefits The Salary for this contingent hire position is negotiable based on experience and includes medical/dental/vision benefits, 15 days PTO and 7 days sick time; other benefits available. This is a contingent position for a proposal we are bidding on (published 13 Feb 2026). Key Words Strategic Communication Specialist, SAF/SQ, Pentagon, National Security Space, DoD, TS/SCI, strategic, specialist, communication Pay: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): • As this is a senior-level Key Personnel role, please provide your expected annual salary range. Responses without a stated range may not be considered. Education: • Master's (Required) Experience: • Major Space Program: 10 years (Required) • HQ-level (OSD, J-Staff, Service Staff, MAJCOM, COCOM, etc.): 10 years (Required) Security clearance: • Top Secret (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pentagon, DC 20050