Public Relations Representative 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

The Northrop Grumman Missile Defense Systems (MDS) Business Unit (BU) is seeking a Public Relations Representative 2/3. Come join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible! This position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama or Colorado Springs, Colorado.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about writing for all level of audiences, building and executing communications campaigns, translating complex subjects into compelling content, and cultivating relationships with teammates and stakeholders. Join a team of dedicated professionals who are pioneering the future and reimaging technologies that are defining what’s possible for the next generation! Reporting to the MDS Communications Manager, you will work closely with a cross-functional team and business leaders to create strategic, omni-channel communications that tell our story to key audiences and stakeholders. You also will collaborate with other communicators across the enterprise to help inform the strategy and approach to communications.

This role requires someone who is passionate about writing and the ability to capture the voice of executives to communicate to employees and the business community.

If you are a strategic communicator and writer who enjoys a fun and dynamic work environment, has an innovative spirit and a passion for strategic thinking to achieve top performance, please check us out!

In this role, you will:

• Support BU mission-centric and/or missile defense portfolio communications designed to elevate our business and supporting the development of integrated communications plans and their execution (org announcements, newsletters, podcasts, all-hands, videos, speeches, presentations, media engagements, social media)

• Partner with functionals to develop thought leadership and executive communications products to drive performance, reputation and engagement.

• Partner with internal teams to develop content in support of Launch and Missile Defense Systems (division), Space Systems (sector), and enterprise priorities, ensuring message alignment and consistency across audiences.

• Partner with internal and external teams to track and report on communications performance metrics against defined objectives.

This requisition may be filled at either a level 2 or a level 3.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

• 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 of 3 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization. -OR- Master’s degree, preferably in in communications, media, marketing, and/or public relations with a minimum of 1 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization.

• Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is a pre-requisite.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

• 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 of 6 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization. -OR- Master’s degree, preferably in in communications, media, marketing, and/or public relations with a minimum of 4 years of communications experience in an enterprise organization.

• Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is a pre-requisite.

Preferred Qualifications for Both Level 2 or Level 3:

• Proven track record of developing and tracking impact of executive communications, including strong writing ability, executive presence, judgement, and agility.

• Proven ability to develop messaging and related storytelling content for a wide range of audiences across communication channels and events.

• Experience with integrated communications strategy within complex organizations.

• Excellent project management, collaboration, and presentation skills, and demonstrated ability to find new ways of connecting with audiences.

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

• Demonstrated knowledge of Associated Press style writing

• Applied knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products; Smartsheet, SharePoint, PoliteMail, Qualtrics, etc.

• Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is a pre-requisite.

• Experience and skill developing storyboards, writing scripts, filming videos, conducting video interviews, video editing, and video compilation and production.

• Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere.

About you:

• You appreciate a good work/life balance and appreciate diversity and inclusion in the workplace

• Strong writing ability: part of the interview process will be writing samples and a writing assignment

• Proven ability to create integrated strategic communications plans and track record implementing them

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities, make decisions, communicate status or elevate issues to program and/or senior leadership, and deliver work within time constraints

• An ability to confidently and independently interact with executive leadership and employees

• 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

• An ability to digest complex concepts and communicate them in simple, effective ways

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules:  For example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work

For more details, please view Northrop Grumman Benefits.

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Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $103,200.00Salary Range 2: $80,600.00 - $127,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.