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ManTech

Communications Specialist

Norfolk, VA

$89K - $148K/yr

Support team members and perform required communication equipment integration or installation of ... Associate's degree in related field * NAVSEA Certified in Fiber Optic Termination Clearance ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Suffolk, VA is $54,689.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,300.00 and $62,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.

What are some common challenges a communications associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in Suffolk, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,689 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Communications Specialist

ManTech

Norfolk, VA

$89K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Description & Requirements
Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Communications Specialist to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Support team members and perform required communication equipment integration or installation of communication systems equipment, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and use of test equipment as required

  • Install, configure, integrate, troubleshoot, and manage HF, UHF, SATCOM, radio communications suites and associated network and cryptographic equipment deployed

  • Demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a cohesive team

  • Performance of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting or assessment of electronic equipment

  • Working alongside engineers to design, build and test solutions to a variety of technical problems

  • Analyzing operations and offering suggestions for improvement

  • Perform field validations of various watercraft and equipment

  • Perform work between customer sites, shore sites, and/or on ships

  • Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS as needed up to 50%

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of Communications experience

  • Experience with HF/VHF/UHF installation/troubleshooting

  • Experience with RF Connectors

  • Hands-on knowledge of test equipment including but not limited to Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Optical analyzers, power meters, bench power supplies, multimeters, etc.

  • Must possess a current Sec+ Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with ANY of the following radio systems: (KOR 24A, PRC 117 series, Vortex, ARC-231 a plus), SATCOM equipment, radio networks (HPW, Link-11, Link -16, BFT/FBCB2), cryptographic equipment, keying data transfer devices (DTD's), RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers), basic electronic principles, a firm knowledge of networking equipment, IP networking and sub-netting

  • Experience with JIRA/Confluence

  • Associate's degree in related field

  • NAVSEA Certified in Fiber Optic Termination

Clearance Requirements:

  • US citizenship required and an active Secret clearance

  • Must be eligible to obtain a CAC card

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to move equipment weighing up to 50 Lbs

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50%

  • Be able to ascend and descend ladders as required for installations

  • Must be able to position oneself to install communications systems, server racks, or potentially running transmission lines as required.


The projected compensation range for this position is $89,100.00-$148,200.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.  In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation.  MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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