Senior Manager Employee Communications

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. 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.