Jobs at Northrop Grumman
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Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense technology leader that designs and builds advanced weapons, cyber‑security systems, and space platforms. The company’s innovations drive national security and commercial space exploration.
Positions range from software engineers and systems architects to cybersecurity analysts, data scientists, and program managers. Candidates work on classified and commercial projects, often in multidisciplinary teams, and benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities.
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Engineering Manufacturing
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman's SYNOPTICS division in Charlotte, NC seeks an engineer for a position involving designing coatings, maintaining precision cleaning processes, monitoring production yields, training technicians, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, possesses strong communication skills, and has experience in manufacturing, optics, or physics. An advanced degree and proficiency in thin film design software are preferred. The role offers a salary range of $77,600 - $116,400 along with benefits and potential bonuses.
Principal/ Sr Principal Engineer Software (Active TS/SCI clearance required at time of application)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Aurora, CO
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Software Engineer for a position based in Aurora, CO. The role involves working on an agile development team, using modern development practices for both new development and operational support of systems that advance National Security. The ideal candidate should have experience in Python, C++, and JavaScript, and be comfortable with Agile methodology, Docker Containers, Kubernetes, and various libraries like PyTorch, Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, Scikit-Learn, Ollama, Langchain, Llamacpp. The company offers opportunities for career advancement and is committed to fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity.
Principal Manufacturing Systems Project Engineer for AMEC (Microelectronics)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Systems Project Engineer for the Advanced Microelectronics Cell (AMEC) in Baltimore, Maryland. The role involves managing a product line, collaborating with various functional groups, driving corrective actions, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, and leading communications. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a culture that values intellectual curiosity and diversity. The salary range is $105,400 - $158,000.
Principal Software Development Analyst
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: New York, NY
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a candidate for a position in the 1ERP Innovation Factory service line, focusing on supporting the 1ERP Fiori Launchpad and various innovation projects. The role requires an application development background with SAP ERP and Fiori Launchpad experience. Responsibilities include following 1ERP organization con ops, providing guidance on Launchpad/Innovation, and leading complex business requirement discussions. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, experience with virtual teams, and knowledge of SAP tools and concepts.
Staff Aeronautical Engineer (Airframe Design)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne, FL
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Aeronautical Engineer (Airframe Design) in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves designing primary and secondary aircraft structural parts, leading design and trade study efforts, and mentoring less experienced engineers. The company offers flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, and a friendly team environment. The ideal candidate should have a STEM degree and substantial experience in designing aircraft structures using metallic and composite materials. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, proficiency with NX Solid Modelling or similar 3D modeling software, and understanding of GD&T and MBE methods.
Program Manager III
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Plymouth, MN
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager, Programs Level III for their Weapons Systems sector in Plymouth, MN. The role involves delivering contractual requirements on time and within budget, leading a team of program managers, and overseeing the Combat Munitions portfolio. Responsibilities include managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, cultivating customer relationships, and leading cross-functional Integrated Program Teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience, or a Master's and 8 years, supporting U.S. Government contracts. The salary range is $178,500 - $267,700.
Third Operator
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: West Valley City, UT
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking Third Operators to join their team at the Bacchus (Magna), Utah facility, supporting the Propulsion Systems Division. The role involves manual tasks in manufacturing solid fuel rocket motors for space flight. Required qualifications include high school diploma, 1-2 years of manufacturing experience, and ability to obtain Employee Possessor status under the Safe Explosives Act. Preferred qualifications include post-high school education, respirator FIT testing, MTI certifications, and experience with precision measuring instruments. The job requires shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime, with a physically demanding nature.
Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation Systems Engineer
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne, FL
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation Systems Engineer for a position in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves designing and developing system architectures, defining key capabilities and performance requirements, and managing requirements, design, testing, and presenting updates to internal and external customers. The ideal candidate should have a STEM degree, 8 years of system architecture definition and/or integration test engineering experience, and previous experience with design, development, and integration of Air Vehicle systems and subsystems in the military aerospace environment. The salary range is $118,600 - $178,000. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer Test (Integrator)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Aurora, CO
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer Test (Integrator) / Sr. Prin. Systems Engineer Test (Integrator) for their Aurora, CO location. The role involves understanding the Systems Engineering process, gaining a full appreciation for how systems operate, and working on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. Successful candidates will demonstrate ability to complete tasks with little direction, be effective communicators and problem solvers, and commit to ethics and integrity. Responsibilities include familiarity with Automated Testing framework, software baseline deployment, testing, and troubleshooting, and coordinating corrections with the development team. Basic qualifications include a degree and relevant experience, basic Linux and Windows skills, ability to follow scripting code, hardware integration with software experience, and understanding of Automated Testing Framework. Current DoD Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP clearance are required. The salary range is $100,300 - $150,500.
Associate FPGA Digital Engineer / FPGA Digital Engineer
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Xenia, OH
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Navigation Warfare (NavWar) FPGA Digital Engineer in Beavercreek, Ohio. The role involves working on next-generation position, navigation, and timing products critical to US customers and allies. The ideal candidate will have experience with FPGA coding, embedded software, and hardware debug, along with VHDL proficiency. The position offers opportunities to develop and evaluate A/J and GPS Denied environment technologies, and to collaborate with government R&D organizations. The role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
Manager Production Planning Scheduling 2
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Brigham City, UT
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Production Planning Scheduling 2 to join their team, supporting the Propulsion Systems Division in Magna, Clearfield, or Promontory, Utah. The role involves overseeing the master production schedule, collaborating with internal teams, and ensuring maximum efficiency. The position requires a bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience, and 2+ years of MRP experience. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management, experience with Costpoint or SAP, and solid scheduling tool knowledge. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K, and more. The salary range is $101,500 - $152,300.
Sr Principal Data Insight Analyst - People Analytics Data Journalism
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Falls Church, VA
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Data Journalist for its Enterprise Insights & Analytics organization in Falls Church, Virginia. The role involves conducting quantitative analyses, uncovering compelling stories, and communicating findings through data journalism. The successful candidate will collaborate with other data professionals, synthesize results, and drive projects from concept to deployment. They will work closely with stakeholders to understand organizational needs and business questions. Key qualifications include a degree in a quantitative field, proficiency in SQL, Python or R, and experience in executive data storytelling.