Manager Public Relations 2
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- Talented people leader of geographically dispersed teams
- Experienced in developing and executing strategic communications plans to achieve business objectives and advance thought leadership
- 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
- Able to digest complex concepts and communicate them in simple, effective and compelling ways
- Experience supporting restricted efforts
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Experience in composite-building processes
- Self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Flexible working schedules 9/80
- Phenomenal learning opportunities
- Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
- Very friendly team environment
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
