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Shield AIShield AIWashington, DC

Communications Associate

Communications Associate responsible for writing press releases, social posts, op-eds, and thought leadership content while supporting media outreach, executive communications, and stakeholder coordination in defense technology and AI. Requires 2-4 years experience, strong writing skills, and interest in national security.

76k – 110k/yr
On-site2+ YOECommunications

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Write and edit copy across formats, including press releases, social posts, op-eds, and marketing materials.
  • Support external communications, including media outreach and executive communications.
  • Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to move projects from planning through approval and publication.
  • Support executive communications, including media briefings, speaking engagements, and message prep.
  • Support relationships with external partners, including PR firms and other companies and organizations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and refine messaging for defense, technology, and policy audiences.
  • Research and draft thought leadership content, ensuring consistency in voice and tone.
  • Monitor news, industry trends, and competitor communications.
  • Provide administrative support for communications and broader marketing team.

Requirements

  • 2-4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations.
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, national security, political science, or related field.
  • Experience working across teams and managing stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with media relations, executive communications, and messaging.
  • Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
  • Interest in AI, autonomy, and defense technology.
  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Demonstrated ownership of projects from start to finish, including follow-through on details and deadlines.
  • Strong judgment and critical thinking, including the ability to assess messaging and identify risks or gaps.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting communications for a defense, aerospace, government, or technical organization.
  • Understanding of the U.S. defense ecosystem and national security landscape.
  • Experience working with PR agencies and external partners.

Skills

corporate communicationspublic relationsMedia RelationsExecutive CommunicationmessagingThought LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProject Managementwriting and editingdefense technologynational securitypr agencies

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