2027 Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical

Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access (U.S. citizenship is required). Travel is expected, approximately 10% of the time.

About the Role

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical. This position will be located in one of the following locations: San Diego, CA; Palmdale, CA; Edwards AFB, CA; Mojave, CA; Redondo Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA; Patuxent River, MD; Emerado, ND; or Oklahoma City, OK. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Test & Evaluation Engineering directorate.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test aerospace systems and specialty test equipment, taking into consideration the most efficient use of the natural laws affecting flight.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of test activities to ensure safe, efficient, and effective operations.
• Analyze test data, resolve anomalies, and communicate results and status to internal and external stakeholders.

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

Requirements

Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01)

• Be completing or have completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by January 2027.
• Be majoring in or have majored in a STEM degree.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access (U.S. citizenship is required).

Engineer Aeronautical (T02)

• Be completing or have completed a Master’s degree from an accredited institution or be completing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience by January 2027.
• Be majoring in or have majored in a STEM degree.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access (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.
• Involvement in professional, community, or extracurricular activities.

Pay

• Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01): $62,300.00 – $114,400.00
• Engineer Aeronautical (T02): $75,100.00 – $137,600.00

The above salary ranges represent general guidelines. 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 as well as 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.