Sentinel Principal Public Relations Representative- Integrated Communication (19905)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Public Relations Representative to support the Communications Team within the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division in Roy, Utah. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure.

What you’ll get to do:

As the integrated communications lead, you will be responsible for advancing communication initiatives for employee and external audiences, executing strategic communication campaigns intended to educate and inform our employees and suppliers, and build informed public support for Strategic Deterrence Systems programs. You will uncover and promote compelling innovation stories, enable our cohesive, innovative employee culture through events and communication programming, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing strategic media campaigns

• Creating, writing and editing communications materials to educate and inform employee and external audiences

• Providing crisis communications support and managing high-stakes media moments

• Collaborating with digital, marketing, employee and program communications teams to ensure consistent, powerful messaging

• Preparing written, video and graphic content for public release

A successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Ability to multitask, adapt and work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Quick study with attention to detail and a sense of urgency

• Ability to translate complex, technical information into clear, engaging content for employee and external audiences.

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

• A working knowledge of graphics software.

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well under pressure with stakeholders at all levels

• Strong collaboration skills and a results-driven mindset.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with five plus years of experience, developing and deploying communications practices, or a Master’s degree with three years of experience A high school diploma/ equivalent with an additional four years of experience to considered in lieu of degree.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent writing, editing and oral communications skills with the ability to convey highly complex information in clear, compelling ways

• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and collaborate with multiple diverse stakeholders

• Experience writing memos, speeches and content for websites and/or social media platforms

• Experience with strategic and integrated employee communications while overseeing and developing integrated communications plans.

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with ability to develop compelling presentations for executives and key influencers

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD secret security clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field from an accredited university

• Aerospace and defense experience and/or Experience working in the U.S. Department of Defense industry, with a basic understanding of DoD business

• Familiarity with Associated Press Style writing

• Experience consolidating and presenting data using measurements tools and software

• Experience with SharePoint

• Experience working in a large, matrixed and/or geographically dispersed organization

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

• Comfort with change in a fast-paced, empowered work environment

• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 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. For our complete EEO 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.