Manager Legislative Affairs and Advocacy

Manager, Legislative Affairs

Northrop Grumman's Legislative Affairs organization is seeking a Manager to lead third party engagements and advocacy strategy and implementation.

Reporting to the Director of Legislative Affairs for Policy, Political and Advocacy Affairs, the Manager is responsible for developing and executing external engagement strategies in support of Northrop Grumman programs and priorities; internal company coordination in support of advocacy events; and collaboration with suppliers, third party organizations, and other external stakeholders. The individual will be required to engage and develop relationships with a variety of elected officials, suppliers / partners, state and local leaders, and third parties.

This position can be located in the Falls Church, VA corporate office, or the Washington DC office, with the ability to work in Falls Church, VA as necessary.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline, and at least 8+ years of experience in government relations, legislative, communications, or advocacy activities.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain internal and external relationships related to aerospace and defense and / or political affairs.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, and the proven ability to take large amounts of information and synthesize key messages in fast paced environment.
• Experience communicating with federal leaders and key decision makers is required.
• Experience executing advocacy strategy, collaborating effectively across teams, as well as demonstrated ability to set and meet objectives while reacting to dynamic environments are a must.
• A high level of integrity and a hands-on approach to problem solving are required, as well as a professional presence for interacting with public policy decision makers and company executives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Primary Level Salary Range : $175,400.00 - $263,200.00 The 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.