Northrop Grumman has recruited Vic Beck and Faith Jennings for PR duties in its aerospace systems operation.
Beck takes PR oversight for the unmanned systems unit. The retired rear admiral joins from Burson-Marseller, where he worked on global strategies for its multinational clients.
The Iraq and Afghanistan veteran retired from the Navy in 2013 as vice chair of information.
Jennings takes command of the military aircraft operation. Most recently, the 20-year veteran served as corporate director/ international communications & PR at Raytheon.
She has held positions at Boeing's defense, space & security arm in Londan and at APCO Worldwide.
Jennings began her career as assistant home and foreign news editor for Sky News. She has also was with the BBC and Associated Press TV.
"Communications to customers, employees, the media and other critical influencers is vital to our success, and Faith and Vic each bring deep industry knowledge and proven experience to our team of seasoned communications professionals," said Cynthia Curiel, senior VP/communications in Northrop Grumman's aerospace systems group.
Northrop Grumman, which is based in Falls Church, chalked up $25B revenues last year.
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