Director Legislative Affairs (International Programs)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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 for Legislative Affairs supporting international programs (foreign military sales / direct commercial sales) across the enterprise. 

Reporting to the Vice President of Legislative Affairs, the individual is responsible for educating staff and Members of Congress on Northrop Grumman international sales and guiding congressional notifications through the House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations Committees.  This individual would also be responsible for developing, educating, and advocating with Members of Congress and staff on Northrop Grumman programs and priorities ahead of international trips and engagements. 

The individual will be a critical part of the legislative affairs team and collaborate across the team on activities related to Northrop Grumman priority programs, international sales and international policies important to Northrop Grumman (e.g. FMS reforms, export authorization act reforms, etc.).   The individual will develop relationships across the enterprise to determine actions required to support business opportunities and remain informed of various company issues.  The individual will also be expected to remain abreast of policies and initiatives that will affect the company as they relate to international sales.  Consistent attention to developing productive relationships with key stakeholders is essential.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline, and at least 10+ years of experience in government and/or industry working in and around legislative affairs. (Appropriate combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement).

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships within members of congress and staff.

• Proven understanding of legislative and political processes is required. (This includes extensive exposure to broad-based issues impacting business and an understanding of the broader dynamics affecting government policy).

• Responsible for congressional relations and legislative support for Northrop Grumman congressional notifications related to international sales across the corporation.

• Advanced knowledge of the foreign military and direct commercial sales processes is a must.

• Advanced knowledge of authorization and appropriations process is required. Proven track record in support and/or defense of several major defense programs before the authorization and appropriations committees.

• Experience at strategic thinking as well as demonstrated abilities in setting and meeting objectives, while reacting within a growing and changing internal and external environment are critically important.

• Represent Northrop Grumman leadership team for key legislative and stakeholder engagements.

• 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, senior management and company executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related discipline, and at least 10+ years of relevant experience. 

• Proven ability to synthesize complex problems/public policy issues while identifying their related business implications and the actions necessary to advocate a recommended outcome is essential.

• Must be able to operate and manage teams working in fast paced environments and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills, and political acumen. 

• It is also desired that individuals have established relations with members and staff that sit on and support the foreign affairs and foreign relations committees.

• Knowledge and relationships with State Department activities related to foreign military sales / direct commercial sales for defense programs and priorities. 

• A strong commitment and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment is paramount.

• Excellent organizational, executive communication, as well as project management, analytical, planning, presentation and human relations skills are required.

• The demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships with others is critical.

• Ability to coordinate across business areas, with key stakeholders external and internal to the company, as well as suppliers, is critical. 

Primary Level Salary Range: $203,900.00 - $305,900.00

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.

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.