Director of Communications - R10213239-2

Director of communications 1

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relocation assistance: relocation assistance may be available
clearance type: none
travel: yes, 25% of the time

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's aeronautics systems is seeking a director communications 1 who will report to the head of communications aeronautics systems. this position will be located in el segundo, ca or palmdale, ca.

the director will lead strategy, development, messaging and execution for the aeronautics business to advance our brand and reputation as an aeronautics leader. they will need to excel at collaboration both within our company but also with our many customer communities.

• partner with communications leadership on the development of communications strategy – internal and external – to drive performance, reputation and engagement.
• partner with functional team peers on the development of content in support sector and enterprise priorities.
• partner with strategy and business growth leadership on the development of our sector integrated marketing strategy, including positioning in key priority growth areas.
• lead and mentor a small team of dedicated program communications professionals to help them achieve success in their roles; work with individual team members to support their professional development and goals; be an advocate for the communications team, and for cutting-edge resources.
• work closely with customers on integrated communications planning and implementation.
• have a deep understanding of communications trends, best practices and technologies to reach broad audiences.

• bachelor's degree, preferably in marketing, communications, business or other liberal arts field
• must have at least 10 years of experience in communications, media, marketing, and/or public relations
• experience leading or managing cross-functional teams
• strong writing skills with experience tailoring messages to a variety of audiences, particularly in translating one message for a diverse range of stakeholders
• expertise in strategic communications planning, including the development of measurable objectives and associated kpis
• proven experience in building productive working relationships with functional and/or business leaders, including customers
• familiarity with communications measurement tools and best practices
• strong judgment and ability to remain agile in a fast-moving environment with rapidly shifting priorities
• budget management experience
• experience leading and mentoring individuals in their professional development
• aerospace and defense industry experience, with a familiarization of do and global government customers
• must have the ability to obtain and maintain a do secret or top secret clearance as well as program special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

• active do clearance
• excellent collaboration and presentation skills as well as the ability to effectively interface with and influence all levels of management
• excellent speech writing skills, with experience in developing executive level content, talking points and statements
• ability to support and enhance strong communications standards, workflows and branding guidelines
• excellent project management skills

primary level salary range: $ - $

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 for vacation and/or personal business.

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