Jobs at Northrop Grumman

14,674 open positions

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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Staff Electronics Engineer (Network Engineer)

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Staff Electronics Engineer (Network Engineer) for their Avionics Integration organization. The position, located in either Palmdale or Rancho Bernardo, CA, requires a STEM degree and 7-12 years of related engineering experience. Key responsibilities include designing, operating, and managing classified and unclassified networks, deploying network management tools, and collaborating with engineers to design network integration solutions. The role involves 10% travel and requires an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range of $171,000 - $256,400, along with benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Sr Principal Pricing Analyst

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Cumberland, MD

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Pricing Analyst (Level 4) for the Missile Products Pricing & Estimating team. The role involves estimating labor costs, compiling cost and technical elements in proposals, analyzing specifications, calculating production costs, and preparing cost reports. The ideal candidate should have aerospace/defense industry experience, extensive pricing and finance knowledge, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position requires a 9/80 work schedule, occasional travel, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Northrop Grumman offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

C-27J Enterprise Manager

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Melbourne, Australia

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Senior Leader to drive the C-27J Enterprise, collaborating with the Commonwealth of Australia and Standard Aero. The role involves representing Northrop Grumman, facilitating enterprise working groups, building strategic partnerships, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should have extensive Defence experience, deep understanding of Defence processes, and a proven track record in navigating complex frameworks. Northrop Grumman offers professional development, flexible work options, additional leave, salary packaging, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Principal Cyber Systems Adm - Compliance/Patching System Adm (24-499)

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Cyber Systems Administrator for a position in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves acting as a point of contact for testing and applying patches on all main software/application systems. The successful candidate will work closely with the cyber team to remediate vulnerabilities and maintain system compliance. The job posting highlights Northrop Grumman's commitment to innovation, intellectual curiosity, and providing a comprehensive benefits package.

Systems Engineering Manager 2

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Owings Mills, MD

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Engineering Manager 2 for the Power & Controls System (P/CS) Operating Unit in Sykesville, Maryland. The role involves leading a team of 12-16 engineers, providing engineering functional leadership, and technical project execution leadership. The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing the program's technical roadmap strategy, ensuring the business is appropriately staffed, and driving engineering strategy and practices. The ideal candidate should have exceptional leadership skills, strong technical acumen, and experience managing multiple engineering disciplines. Northrop Grumman offers a robust benefits package and a competitive salary range of $149,400 - $224,000.

Staff Electronics Engineer - Infrastructure / Responsible Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Palmdale, CA

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Electronics Engineer - Infrastructure / Responsible Engineer in Palmdale, California. The role involves leading the integration, testing, and troubleshooting of software/hardware systems in complex IT systems. The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other engineers and technicians. Key responsibilities include solving technical challenges, performing system checkout and acceptance testing, and providing expert software, hardware, and system support. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and extensive engineering experience, along with an active DoD Top Secret clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range of $171,000 - $256,400, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Sr Principal Engineer Reliability

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a position based in San Diego, California. The role involves working on the company's digital transformation, utilizing Model-based Engineering, Dev Sec Ops, and Agile practices. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams, including manufacturing, logistics support, design engineering, quality assurance, and test teams. Key responsibilities include providing reliability subject matter expert advice, participating in reliability engineering reviews, and conducting independent reliability analysis. The ideal candidate should have 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or less with higher degrees, and experience with Root Cause Analysis, FRACAS, FMEA/FMECA, or related Reliability Engineering work. Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range of $124,900 - $187,300, along with benefits such as health insurance, life and disability insurance, and savings plan.

Principal Project Manager

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Clinton, UT

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Project Manager for a position in Clearfield, Utah. The role involves facilitating continuous improvement events, analyzing manufacturing processes, supporting the manufacturing floor, and working with program leadership for strategic decision making. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field, relevant experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. The company offers a competitive salary range, benefits, and opportunities to work on revolutionary systems.

Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Algorithms Team

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Boulder, CO

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Algorithms for the Template Kinematic Estimation Library (TKEL) team in Boulder, Colorado. The role involves developing, analyzing, testing, and implementing algorithms to improve state estimation and backend processes. The position requires Linux exposure, C/C++ development experience, and algorithm design and state estimation experience. The company offers a competitive salary range of $110,300 - $165,500, and additional benefits. Northrop Grumman values diversity and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

Staff Engineer Mechanical

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Ventura, CA

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join their Southern California field engineering team. The role involves designing, developing, testing, delivering, and operating advanced prototypes and unique marine systems. The candidate will perform tasks such as structural analysis, FEA, design for manufacturability, material selection, and documentation. Required qualifications include a STEM degree and relevant experience, proficiency in 3D CAD and MS Office, and an active Top Secret clearance. Preferred qualifications include SolidWorks experience, marine environment engineering experience, and strong technical writing skills.

Staff Engineer Systems (OX384)

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Linthicum Heights, MD

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer for its Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA) team. The role involves working closely with hardware engineers, managing technical integration, and ensuring system compliance. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and 12+ years of experience, with a preference for advanced degrees and experience in digital logic designs, FPGA, or ASIC solutions. The position offers a competitive salary range of $163,200 - $256,400 and a variety of benefits. The job is based in Linthicum / Annapolis Junction, MD, and requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.

Survivability Engineer (Level 2)

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Melbourne, FL

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Survivability Engineer to work on cutting-edge stealth technology projects in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves designing, testing, and implementing new materials and technologies to reduce detectability in various spectrums. The successful candidate will have expertise in stealth design integration, product support, or antenna integration, and will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position requires a Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance with a Special Access Program (SAP)/Program Access Request (PAR).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Northrop Grumman?
Employees describe a mission‑driven culture focused on innovation, safety, and integrity. The company offers flexible careers, strong mentorship, and a clear path for advancement, especially for those with security clearances.
What types of positions are available at Northrop Grumman?
Open roles span software engineering, systems engineering, cybersecurity, data science, avionics, propulsion, and program management. The organization also hires test engineers, research scientists, and supply‑chain specialists.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Highlight domain experience, certifications (e.g., CISSP, PMP, CEH), and any active security clearance. Quantify achievements, tailor your résumé to the job description, and demonstrate problem‑solving on large‑scale defense projects.

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