[Hiring] Senior Principal Public Relations Representative @Northrop Grumman

Role 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.

This position will support an Aeronautics Systems site in Melbourne, FL; El Segundo, CA; or Falls Church, VA, with potential for remote/telework. The role is responsible for media relations for the Aeronautics Systems sector and reports to the sector’s media relations manager.

Your communications expertise, knowledge of the national security and Congressional environments will be vital as you help to position the company as an innovation and technology leader in aerospace and defense.

How you will make a difference:

• Collaborate with media and public relations professionals across the company to develop and execute strategic approaches to media relations that support program and business objectives.
• Work in partnership with communicators across your portfolio to direct, prepare and position company-wide subject matter experts for interviews and interactions with members of the media.
• Prepare and share regular results and metrics on integrated communications efforts at a variety of levels within the company.
• Maintain situational awareness on industry news through ongoing media monitoring and flag activities, issues and trends.
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists that cover our space.

Qualifications

• Experience working in media or with members of the media covering the aerospace and defense industry or other highly technical industries.
• Ability to develop pitches and prepare subject matter experts for media engagements.
• Ability to identify and leverage news cycles to advance company thought leadership in priority focus areas.
• Experience in media training and message development.
• Effective AP writing and editing skills, with the ability to draft all types of news content.
• Ability to interact with executive leadership confidently and independently.
• Comfort with change in a fast-paced, empowered work environment.
• Strategic thinking, planning and decision-making.
• High level of attention to detail and creativity.
• A commitment to quality work and accountability for results.
• Curiosity and a willingness to thoughtfully test and learn new tools and approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of experience OR Master's degree with 6 years of experience in a medium to large-sized communications organization, public affairs office, public relations firm or media company.
• Experienced in the use of media monitoring and metrics applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the development, deployment and activation of strategic media & communication campaigns with measurable business impact.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; travel may include intra-office across sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a large, matrixed and/or geographically dispersed organization; U.S. Government experience strongly preferred.
• Experience developing productive relationships with aerospace and defense journalists.
• Experience in technology, aerospace, defense or other science-related business or government field.
• Sound judgment in decision making and leadership actions with proven abilities to drive change through creative methods, ideas and approaches.

Benefits

• Primary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $160,200.00.
• Eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
• Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
• Long Term Incentives for employees in Vice President or Director positions.
• 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.

Company Description

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.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.