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Frontier Pilot Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

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Chantilly, VA · On-site

$120 - $190/hr

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$129.8K

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How much do frontier pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for frontier pilot in Virginia is $129,793.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,100.00 and $153,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Frontier Pilot vs Helicopter Pilot?

AspectFrontier PilotHelicopter Pilot
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), specific to fixed-wing aircraftCommercial Pilot License (CPL), rotorcraft category
Work EnvironmentRemote, rugged terrains, often in wilderness or frontier regionsVaried environments including urban, rescue, and transportation
Industry UsageMining, exploration, frontier logisticsRescue, tourism, corporate transport

Frontier Pilots typically operate fixed-wing aircraft in remote, rugged areas for exploration and logistics, requiring specific certifications. Helicopter Pilots often work in diverse environments, including rescue and tourism, with different aircraft certifications. Both roles demand specialized skills but differ mainly in aircraft type and work setting.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Frontier Pilot jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Frontier Pilot job openings:

Infographic showing various Frontier Pilot job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,793 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Employee Communications Representative

Mclean, VA


Northrop Grumman Corporation
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 367 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 544 rated manufacturers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.

Climb to new heights on yourcareerjourneyandstartDefiningPossible with Northrop Grumman.With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration where you'llimpactthe way we connect and protect our world across every frontier.

Northrop Grumman's Employee Communications team seeks an Associate Employee Communications Representative who is eager to support communications planning, enjoys helping inform and inspire employees around business priorities and culture, loves to tell stories, and is motivated to learn and grow through disciplined measurement, analysis and adjustment.
This position reports to the EmployeeCommunications Manager and is located in McLean, VA.

In this job, you'll:

  • Support our efforts to inform and inspire employeesanddrive business priorities within theDefenseSystems sector.
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to execute strategicinternalcommunicationscampaigns that engage demographically and geographically diverse audiences, some of whom are difficult to reach.
  • Write, draft, edit and help facilitate the designand distributionof internal materials, newsletters, employee feature stories and other engaging content.
  • Be a storyteller - conceptualize, procure and produce a diverse array of inspirational content about our people, technologies, successes and business capabilities, including articles, videos, interviews, Q&As, infographics and photo/caption features.
  • Maintain the team's editorial calendarand content trackerto coordinate contentand ensure timely delivery.
  • Draft talking points, speeches, slides, video scripts, employee announcements and executive summaries for senior leaders.
  • Proactively identify and trackupcoming wins and milestonesacross thesector andsupport the development and distribution of sector success stories, including amplification across the enterprise, where appropriate.
  • Develop,implementand measureinternalcommunications plansthatinform and inspire employees,drive businessgoalsand support sector and enterprise communicationsobjectives.
  • Develop and implement internal communications and change management plans that inform and inspire employees, drive business goals and support sector and enterprise communications objectives. Ensure all communications plans and tactics arealignedwith thecompany, sector and function strategy.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to leaders and communicators to utilize sector communications channels to convey priority messages and support broader business priorities.
  • Own and maintain sector employee communications channels, including the sector intranet home page, sectorand site newsletters, distribution lists, key resource mailboxes, texting program and digital signage, ensuring content is coordinated, accurate, current and aligned to business and function priorities.
  • Serve as the sector intranet home page lead and primary Defense Systems representative for SharePoint, including regular updates to news lists, rotators and A to Z listings.
  • Act as primary distributor for allsector, allleader and President messages, and support or back up distribution of division and functional communications.
  • Monitor key resource mailboxes daily and ensure employee inquiries and requests are addressed within one business day.
  • Maintain sector employee communications distribution lists and resource mailboxes, including creating, updating and quality controlling Employee Communications owned lists (manual andSmartDLs).
  • Lead the piloting and implementation of employee communications measurement tools;collect data and support analysis to continuously improve the impact of communications, events and activities.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of internalengagementsincluding webcasts, site visits, conferences, leadership calls, all-hands, andotherleadership engagements.Provide project management, logistics and strategic communications support for special sector events and projects.
  • Work closely with Communications and functional partners across the sector and corporation to align messages and share best practices.

You'll be a great fit if you:

  • Are an adventurous, self-motivated and collaborative employee communications strategist who thrives in fast-paced environments, can juggle multiple projects, reprioritize quickly and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Live by strong prioritization and organization, with sharp attention to detail and accuracy across content, channels, distribution lists and mailboxes.
  • Are poised, approachable and confident serving as a strategic advisor to business partners and senior leaders, tailoring recommendations to business goals, communications objectives and measured outcomes.
  • Are a strong writer and editor who is passionate about crafting clear, engaging employee communications and inspirational stories across formats such as articles, interviews, Q&As, lists, infographics, videos, animations and photo/caption features, and you bring new ideas and formats we have not tried yet.
  • Enjoy owning and optimizing communications channels, including newsletters, intranet pages, digital signage, distribution lists, resource mailboxes and texting, and take pride in keeping them fresh, accurate and responsive.
  • Appreciate data and are disciplined about measuring the impact of communications plans, campaigns and tactics, using insights to improve and refine future work.
  • Enjoy making connections, creating integrated stories and orchestrating how messages flow across channels to provide the best experience for employees and other key stakeholders.
  • Have, or can quickly develop, a strong understanding of our business and can find and elevate compelling stories about our people, technologies and mission.
  • Have a track record of developing and implementing successful employee communications campaigns and initiatives.
  • Bring a deep passion for our national defense mission and for engaging employees in a shared sense of purpose.

BasicQualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism,English,Marketing or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience managing communications projects, channels or campaigns, drafting communication content, materials and products -OR- 1 year of experience with a Master's Degree in a related field with similar communications project experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong problem solving, organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Associated Press Style.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience inemployee,strategic or digital communications, journalism, marketing, public relations.
  • Experience with social media channels, audiences and practices.
  • Experience establishing and advancing an organization's brand.
Primary Level Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $113,800.00The 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.

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About Northrop Grumman

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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939


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