Public Relations Rep

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 Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Public Relations Rep to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in San Diego, CA.

Essential Functions:
Develops, plans, and conducts public relations and public affairs programs to improve and support company business objectives with the media, public, industry, stockholders, and employees. Plans, writes and disseminates information utilizing print, broadcast and/or intranet/internet media. Writes and edits press releases, media materials, speeches, scripts, articles and business presentations. Influences public opinion and policy decisions through strategic communications activities. Corrects inaccuracies and acts as company's spokesperson and develops relationship with media and advocacy organizations. Identifies, secures and prepares key opinion leaders and internal spokespeople to provide perspective and insight to the media. Works closely with global communications, marketing, international relations, and other departments to provide communications counsel on business needs. May represent the company at press conferences, briefings and presentations on company issues. May participate and support advertising campaigns, and/or edit material for organization publications. May supervise work of outside consultants, including public relations agencies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related experience: employee communications, public relations and/or project management-with a bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, business, communications, public relations or public affairs, 1 year with a master's degree
• U.S. citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the defense or aviation industry
• Experience with Publics Relations analytics tools
• Confident communicator and ability to present concepts visually - Superior organization, project management and time management skills
• Strong decision making ability and attention to detail
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience in technology-based communication, web design and creation is a bonus
• Active DOD Secret Clearance updated within the last 5 years

Salary Range: $68,100 USD - $102,100 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .

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 most positions.