Senior Media Relations Manager – Space Systems

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Media Relations Manager 3 to lead earned media for Space Systems, shaping strategies and coordinating across the enterprise. The role requires managing media engagements, preparing spokespeople, and guiding reporting on media performance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with enterprise communicators, senior leaders, and external reporters, with travel up to 25%. A strong leadership background and 10+ years in media relations are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years in media relations or related field.
• Experience leading people in matrixed settings.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead an earned media portfolio elevating thought leadership on priority technology areas.
• Develop strategic media relations plans across the enterprise.
• Prepare and position Space Systems subject matter experts for earned media opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop media and public relations professionals.
• Measure and report on media trends and results to evolve strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Media relations campaigns

Executive communication

Newsroom/press interviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Zignal

MuckRack

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Media Relations Manager 3 to lead earned media for Space Systems, shaping strategies and coordinating across the enterprise. The role requires managing media engagements, preparing spokespeople, and guiding reporting on media performance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with enterprise communicators, senior leaders, and external reporters, with travel up to 25%. A strong leadership background and 10+ years in media relations are essential.