Senior Contracting & Executive Communications Advisor

About the Role

Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Senior Contracting and Executive Communications Advisor to support an innovative program office. You will provide contracting expertise to track execution, strategic staff support, and executive-level communication products to support senior Department of Defense leadership and program decision-making. You will translate complex contracting and program information into clear, concise, and decision-ready materials for senior leaders, including four-star flag and general officers. The role requires sound judgment, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a high-visibility environment with evolving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide contracting expertise to track execution and support program decision-making.
• Develop executive-level briefings, presentations, and decision-support materials for senior Department of Defense leadership.
• Synthesize complex programmatic, technical, and contracting information into concise, accurate, and actionable products.
• Support senior leadership, including flag officers, general officers, and equivalent executive-level stakeholders.
• Prepare materials for high-visibility internal and external engagements.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship with TS/SCI clearance.
• Demonstrated experience supporting government contracting activities, including contract planning, execution tracking, or oversight.
• Experience developing executive-level briefings, presentations, decision-support materials, and senior leadership communications.
• Ability to synthesize complex programmatic, technical, and contracting information into concise, accurate, and actionable products.
• Experience supporting senior Department of Defense leadership, flag officers, general officers, or equivalent executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Desired: Experience supporting resource sponsors, program offices, or senior leadership within the Department of Defense.
• Desired: Familiarity with major defense acquisition, contracting, and program execution processes.
• Desired: Experience supporting high-profile national security or missile defense initiatives.
• Desired: Technical familiarity with missile defense, integrated air and missile defense, or related defense capabilities.
• Desired: Experience preparing materials for senior-level reviews, executive engagements, and external stakeholder communications.
• Desired: Familiarity with Office of the Secretary of Defense, military service headquarters, or other senior defense organizations.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000-$170,000. This range represents a good-faith estimate and is not a guarantee; final compensation is determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, and government contract labor rate requirements and may fall outside the stated range.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• ESOP participation
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid time off

Schedule

Onsite: Chantilly, VA | Travel: Less than 10%