Principal Public Relations Representative (19792)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 to hire a Principal Public Relations Representative to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Communications team with the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division. This position may allow full time telecommuting as an option.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the Sentinel Public Relations and Advocacy Communications Plan in partnership with key internal and external customers.
• Plans, writes and publishes information utilizing print, broadcast and/or intranet/internet media/social media. Writes and edits press releases, media materials, speeches, scripts, articles and business presentations. Influences public opinion and policy decisions through strategic communications activities.
• Support community relations and supplier events.
• Maintain catalog of approved content. Serve as a generalist within the business unit to support tactics in alignment with the communications plan.
• Coordinate distinguished visitor engagements.
• Identify and develop internal and external story telling opportunities.
• Demonstrate your strong writing, editing and digital communications skills.
• Collect and analyze data, make recommendations to improve our approach and the results of future communications, events and activities. Collaborate across teams within the enterprise.
• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships.

Basic Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience OR 3 years with a master's degree
• Experience in executing both internal and external strategic communications campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience with writing, storytelling, grammar, and proofreading
• Experience with social media and brand journalism.
• Experience leveraging data to create and execute communications strategies, plans, programs and events.
• Understanding of AP writing style.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and Maintain a DoD Clearance.

Preferred qualifications

• Active security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is a requirement.
• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and resourcefulness skills with high attention to detail; able to develop solutions to moderately complex problems.
• Able to prioritize competing demands and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business presence with a track record of building trusting relationships across teams and leaders.
• Energetic team player eager to learn and propose innovative ideas that support strategic objectives.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.

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.