Sr Principal Public Relations Representative Job at Northrop Grumman Corporation

Job Title

Senior Principal Public Relations Representative – Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity division, based in San Diego, CA.

Relocation & Travel

Relocation assistance: None. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 25% of the time.

About the Role

We look for people who have bold new ideas and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. The Senior Principal Public Relations Representative will work as a strategic advisor for priority efforts within the division, supporting the formulation of compelling stories that deliver measurable results. The role is based in San Diego and reports to the Division Communications Director.

Responsibilities & Expectations

The candidate must be a confident strategic advisor, have experience leading teams in a matrixed organization, and constantly seek improvement through disciplined measurement, analysis, and adjustment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or related field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience as a communications advisor or leader.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong judgment, problem solving and organizational skills, and superb attention to detail.
• Proficient in Associated Press Style.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• US citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Communications and leadership experience in the defense industry preferred.
• DoD Secret Clearance.

What We Can Offer

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages growth and supports mutual success. Benefits include health plan, savings plan, paid time off, education assistance, training and development, 9/80 work schedule (where available), and more.

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00. The range represents a general guideline; Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and in VP/Director positions, long‑term incentives.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.