Strategic Internal Communications Manager

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a creative and strategic Manager Communications 2 of Mission Systems Employee Communications to lead internal communications across the sector, ensuring alignment with business priorities and driving employee engagement.

This leadership role, based in Linthicum, MD, not remote, requires translating complex initiatives into compelling messaging, safeguarding a cohesive communication plan across functions and leadership levels.

Qualifications

• Experience developing internal communications strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Strong storytelling and messaging skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and implementation of integrated internal communication strategies.
• Serve as trusted advisor to senior executives, providing strategic communication counsel.
• Oversee activations on key internal channels—digital, live events, internal media platforms.
• Interpret business initiatives for diverse audiences across the company.
• Oversee a team of communication professionals, fostering high performance.
• Craft messaging that connects employees to the company's mission and values.
• Create internal communication materials, including executive messaging and talking points.
• Act as an organizational integrator, aligning priorities and workstreams.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure seamless communications and business alignment.
• Balance speed with quality, prioritizing high-impact work.
• Develop strategies to reach hard-to-reach and classified areas.
• Measure impact and refine approaches based on data.

Skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication planning

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a creative and strategic Manager Communications 2 of Mission Systems Employee Communications to lead internal communications across the sector, ensuring alignment with business priorities and driving employee engagement.

This leadership role, based in Linthicum, MD, not remote, requires translating complex initiatives into compelling messaging, safeguarding a cohesive communication plan across functions and leadership levels.