Director Policy Political and Advocacy Affairs

Description
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.

Northrop Grumman’s Legislative Affairs organization is seeking a Director to lead policy, political, and advocacy activities and strategy.

Reporting to the Vice President, Legislative Affairs, the Director is responsible for:

Developing and implementing the strategic approach to policy priorities for the company.

Overseeing advocacy strategies and events.

Managing relationships with key trade associations.

This position can be performed at our Washington, DC or Falls Church, VA locations.

Key Responsibilities
In this capacity, the Director will lead a team to identify key policy-related issues and develop and execute the strategic approach to address those priorities. The Director will also oversee execution of external advocacy-related activities in partnership with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Working with a team, the Director will be responsible for overseeing the company’s political action committee and legislative compliance activities.

The successful candidate must have the ability to synthesize complex policy issues, have experience executing advocacy strategy, and be an effective team leader who can collaborate well across all levels of stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline and minimum of 10+ years’ experience in government relations, legislative branch, or policy-related activities; or a Master’s degree and 8 years of experience.

Background in aerospace and defense-related policy issues and knowledge of the legislative process.

Proven ability to analyze complex public policy issues and develop legislative strategy in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a team and establish and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Experience communicating with elected officials, senior leaders, and key decision makers.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior management experience leading a team of experienced professionals.

Demonstrated experience developing and executing advocacy strategies and activities.

Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Experience with compliance and/or political action committee activities.

Relationships with defense and aerospace partners and supplier companies, as well as trade associations.

Ability to travel up to 25% of time.

Active Top Secret security clearance.

Compensation and Benefits
Primary Level Salary Range: $242,100.00 – $363,100.00

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.

Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and company results.

Long Term Incentives (for Vice President or Director positions).

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

Additional Information
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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.

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