Public Relations Representative

Northrop Grumman•Dulles, VA

1d•$75,800 - $113,800•Hybrid

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 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 Space Systems is seeking a Public Relations Representative to provide project management, operations, and communications strategy support for our Space Sector communications team. You will partner with communications and functional colleagues on high-impact, sector-wide initiatives including sector-wide reporting, data dashboards, team training, and process improvements. As part of the strategy team, you will also support the strategic communications planning for at least one key sector priority. Experience in communications project management is required. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about improving efficiencies, highly organized, and energized by process, operations and disciplined execution. You should enjoy learning and championing new tools, translating complex topics into clear, engaging content, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. This full-time position reports to the Manager of Communications Strategy and Operations within the Space Communications team and is based in McLean, VA, Redondo Beach, CA, Linthicum, MD, or Dulles, VA.

Requirements

Experience managing data-driven communications projects with strong judgement, agility, and ability to drive consensus across teams.
Experience with collaboration tools and data analytics reporting and measurement.
Experience with integrated communications strategy within complex organizations.
Excellent project management, collaboration, presentation, and writing skills.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Business or other liberal arts field, and experience in communications, media, marketing, and/or public relations, with a minimum 3-5 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization. -OR- Master’s degree and experience in communications, media, marketing, and/or public relations with a minimum of 1-3 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization.
Ability to obtain a government security clearance at the tie of application.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace and defense industry experience, and familiarity with DoD and global government customers.

Responsibilities

Develop, document, and maintain team processes, workflows, and standards to improve efficiency and consistency.
Coordinate logistics for team events, including training, workshops, and all hands meetings (e.g., agendas, materials, run of show).
Manage the team’s SharePoint site structure, permissions, and content, including creating and maintaining pages, libraries, and shared resources that support team collaboration and knowledge management.
Leverage SharePoint and other digital tools to streamline workflows and communications operations, including templates, forms, dashboards, and collaboration solutions across the sector.
Drive measurement and reporting of communications performance, including data dashboards and internal project reports.
Lead development of core messaging for at least one sector priority area, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with Space Systems and enterprise narratives.
Coordinate with channel owners to execute omni-channel campaigns across appropriate internal and external platforms.
Coordinate social media content by aligning with channel owners, maintaining awareness of the content calendar, and ensuring posts reflect sector priorities and enterprise narratives.
Assist with project management of special communications initiatives and other ad hoc projects, including defining timelines and deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and tracking progress to ensure on time, high quality execution.
Partner across teams to maintain and update sector wide resources, including an integrated calendar, content library, and storytelling material.
Contribute to a positive, high performing team culture by bringing curiosity, follow through, and a continuous improvement mindset.