Principal Strategic Operations and Communications Specialist

Northrop Grumman • Falls Church, VA

418d • $82,900 - $124,300 • Remote

About The Position

The Principal Strategic Operations and Communications Specialist at Northrop Grumman is responsible for enhancing the strategic approach to global engagements, including trade shows and executive events. This role involves project management, logistics, and providing insights to improve communication strategies and event outcomes. The specialist will work closely with various teams to ensure effective messaging and stakeholder engagement while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with five years of experience in communications and events OR Master's degree with three years of experience.
• Strong relationship building skills and a proven track record of collaborative partnerships.
• Polished speaker with executive presence and strong business acumen.
• Demonstrated success in project management, strategic communications, and event planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in account management and negotiation.
• Familiarity with Customer Relations Management tools such as Salesforce.
• Proficient in event project management tools like Perfect Table Plan and Smartsheet.
• Experience with social media channels and content management systems.
• Understanding of Associated Press Stylebook writing style.

Responsibilities

• Help define strategic recommendations for global engagements based on data and business strategy.
• Provide surge support for executive and business events globally, including project management and logistics.
• Define measurement practices, identify key performance indicators, and analyze insights to improve future communications and events.
• Collaborate with Integrated Marketing and Public Relations teams to promote key messages from events and media.
• Apply user experience practices to present complex concepts compellingly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners and executive leaders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders on communications strategies and issues.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree