Associate Public Relations Representative - Falls Church VA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE 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.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.
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Northrop Grumman Corporate is seeking an Associate Public Relations Representative who has demonstrated attention to detail, exceptional organization skills and an insatiable desire to grow their career in communications.
This position is based on site Falls Church, VA, with flexibility for occasional remote work.
We're looking for someone who is passionate about communications, believes in the power of teamwork and can't start their day without consuming all the day's news. You will work closely with communications professionals across the company and become a trusted resource for colleagues. As a member of a high-energy team, you will help support the Communications team and business leaders to tell our story to our audiences.
In this role, you will:
Research, produce and distribute weekly communications products and reports
Write, edit and produce news releases, strategic content, summaries and other detailed products
Manage posts on the company News website and X handle
Provide front-end consultation on all company news content to align to AP style, News tone of voice and company-first messaging
Coordinate with Communications colleagues to integrate news content into their strategies and plans
Monitor, track, report and maintain situational awareness of relevant news
Monitor key stakeholder events including public speaking engagements and congressional hearings. Summarize insights and disseminate to key leaders across the company.
Advance strategy and purpose of newsroom website and its social media (X) channel to strengthen stakeholder awareness of key company strategic messages. Support Communications colleagues and executives across the company while helping run the company News Bureau
About you:
Incredibly organized with impeccable attention to detail
Self-motivated, poised and approachable, able to work with minimal supervision
Thrive in fast-paced, action-oriented environments and able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously, reprioritize quickly and meet deadlines
Intellectually curious and interested in learning about complex topics, with a knack for taking those topics and distilling them into engaging and digestible stories
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, public administration/public affairs or related field.
Will accept relevant experience in lieu of the 4-year degree; Associate's degree with 2 years of relevant experience; High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of Associated Press style writing
Proven ability to deliver exceptional writing and editing requirements under tight deadlines
A commitment to quality work, planning, high attention to detail and accountability for results
Demonstrated mastery of Microsoft Office suite
Comfort with AI-enabled communications techniques
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working or interning on Capitol Hill, aerospace and defense industry or any U.S. Government Agency
Experience working or interning in a large and geographically dispersed and matrixed organization
Impeccable attention to detail, first-time quality work and results-driven
Experience with media relations
Experience in social media planning and execution
Passion and curiosity for following the news
Familiarity with data-driven methods to optimize online content
Primary Level Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00The 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.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Four-Day Work Week
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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