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Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman employees have incredible opportunities to work on extraordinary systems that impact people’s lives around the world. We’re curious and committed people, passionate about innovating technology to connect and protect the world by solving our most challenging problems. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to invent the future…and have fun along the way.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Sr. Principal Public Relations Representative to shape and deliver compelling communications to support our Aeronautics Systems strategic communications team. Reporting to the manager of Strategic Communications, this role is responsible for helping to strategically align and shape communications messaging for tradeshows and sponsorships as well as supporting sector-wide communications strategy.
Join our team of dedicated professionals and define possible with Northrop Grumman. Your communications expertise will play a critical role in continuing to position the company as a technology innovator. This position may be based in Palmdale, CA., Melbourne, FL, or Redondo Beach, CA., though the right candidate can work from anywhere.
If you are a collaborative communicator who enjoys a dynamic work environment, have a strong program communications mindset, an innovative spirit and a passion for strategic thinking, we’re looking for you.
You’ll make a difference by:
- Overseeing the strategy and process for sector-wide tradeshows, sponsorships and events, partnering with functional colleagues and leadership to align to business objectives
- Leading, preparing and positioning subject matter experts for strategic communications opportunities across internal and external channels
- Partnering with communications colleagues to develop a holistic and integrated communication strategy to achieve business and communication goals
- Preparing and sharing metrics on communications efforts and leveraging those results to evolve strategies and approaches to achieve business objectives
You’ll be a great fit if you:
- Can confidently and independently interact with executive leaders, and all levels of employees
- Are experienced in developing and executing strategic communications plans to achieve business objectives and advance thought leadership
- Are a strategic thinker, strong problem solver who is wildly creative and collaborative and pays attention to every detail
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable leading through change
- Are able to digest complex concepts and communicate them in simple, effective and compelling ways
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 10 years of communications, public relations, marketing or journalism experience or master’s degree and minimum of 8 years of communications, public relations, marketing or journalism experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing and deploying strategic communications campaigns and measuring business impact
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in a large, matrixed and/or geographically dispersed organization
- Experience developing productive relationships with executives
- Experience in technology, aerospace, defense or other science-related business or government fields
- Demonstrated judgement in decision making and leadership actions with capabilities to drive change through creative and/or other disruptive methods, ideas & approaches
- Understanding of AP Stylebook
- Experience with measurement tools and analyzing data
Salary Range: $99,900.00 - $149,900.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.