RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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 Employee Communications team seeks a dynamic and strategic senior manager to join our enterprise functional organization. In this role, you will develop and execute communication strategies that engage and inform employees across the company, while ensuring alignment with key business priorities.
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This position reports directly to the Director of Functional Employee Communications and is based in Falls Church, VA. This is not a remote position.
This dynamic, high-impact role demands a skilled communicator who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and builds strong partnerships with C-suite leaders and their teams. The ideal candidate combines strategic insight, business and leadership acumen, and a hands-on approach to effectively drive employee engagement and organizational alignment.
The Senior Manager of Employee Communications must excel at cross-functional collaboration, partnering closely with the Employee Communications Center of Practice and the broader Communications team to drive alignment and deliver clear, consistent messaging across the organization.
In this job, you'll:
Support the development and implementation of an integrated internal communication strategy to support enterprise functional organizations
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, providing strategic communication counsel and support
Oversee a team of communication professionals as a member of the Employee Communication leadership team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment
Craft compelling messaging and narratives that connect employees to the company's mission, strategy, and values
Drive the creation of communication materials, including executive messaging, presentations, talking points, and internal media content
Partner cross-functionally to ensure seamless communication efforts that drive employee engagement and business alignment
Leverage multiple communication channels, including digital, live events, and internal media platforms, to reach diverse employee audiences effectively
Measure the impact of communication strategies and continuously refine approaches based on data and feedback
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of Communications experience OR Master's degree in Communications or a related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of Communications experience
Proven track record developing and executing integrated communications plans
Track record of leadership success with business driven, complex communications projects
Excellent executive-level communications skills
Strategic systems-level thinking, interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to manage schedules and executive support
Track record of successfully leading teams of direct and matrixed employees including team members located in multiple locations
Management of multiple projects and priorities while meeting schedule, budget, and quality requirements
Experience in employee or executive communications
Experience working with C-suite executives and senior leadership teams
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging content
Preferred Qualifications:
Communications and leadership experience with large, complex organizations
Experience with communications tools including website content management systems such as SharePoint and other digital communications tools such as Teams and Smartsheet
Experience in media relations and integrated communications is a plus
Salary Range: $154,600.00 - $231,800.00The 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.