RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Manager Public Relations 2 to lead our program communicator team. Reporting to the director of Strategic Communications, this role is responsible for leading our Program Execution Homeroom, prioritizing workload and development and mentoring of the team, and supporting the strategy and execution of external-facing communications.

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 Melbourne, Florida; Palmdale, California; or El Segundo, California.

If you are a collaborative communicator who enjoys a dynamic work environment, have a strong program communications mindset and background, an innovative spirit and a passion for strategic thinking, we’re looking for you.

You’ll make a difference by:                                                                         

• Leading the team responsible for creation of content for business focus areas and priorities,
• 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:

• Are a talented people leader of geographically dispersed teams
• 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 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
• Have experience supporting restricted efforts

We offer flexible working schedules 9/80, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for candidates with experience in composite-building processes, that are self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented to support our products & customers.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience managing and leading external-facing communications projects, channels or campaigns -OR- Master Degree in communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing and leading external-facing communications projects, channels or campaigns.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience as a program communicator, developing and deploying external-facing strategic communications campaigns and measuring business impact 
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret or Top Secret Clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a large, matrixed and/or geographically dispersed organization 
• Experience developing productive relationships with executives
• Demonstrated judgement in decision making and leadership actions with capabilities to drive change through creative and/or other disruptive methods, ideas & approaches 
• Have a deep understanding of programs and capabilities within the aeronautics portfolio and A&D experience

FL Site Salary Scale; $115,000 - $172,400

CA Site Salary Scale; $133,100 - $199,700

Primary Level Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $199,700.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.