2026 Associate Electronics Engineer/Electronics Engineer

This position will be located at our Aeronautics Sector in San Diego, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, or Palmdale, CA. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Avionics Integration organization.

About the role

The selected candidate will be expected to research, design, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including:

• Radar and radiation detection equipment
• Radio, television and other communications equipment and systems
• Circuitry components
• Analog and digital computers
• Control and test equipment

This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Engineer Electronics (T01) or Engineer Electronics (T02).

Relocation assistance may be available. A Top Secret clearance is required to start. Travel is expected (10% of the time).

Requirements

Associate Engineer Electronics (T01)

• Completing or has completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026
• Majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar STEM degree
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Able to obtain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Final approved U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access may be required to start (U.S. citizenship is required)

Engineer Electronics (T02)

• Completing or has completed a Master’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026
• Majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar STEM degree
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Able to obtain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Final approved U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access may be required to start (U.S. citizenship is required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
• Previous internship, co-op, or other work experience
• Leadership and teamwork capabilities
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Professional, community, or extracurricular activities

Pay

Associate Engineer Electronics (T01): $74,000 – $111,000

Engineer Electronics (T02): $89,400 – $134,200

The above salary range represents a general guideline. Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions when determining base salary offers. 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 and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business