2027 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 / Oklahoma City, OK. Relocation assistance may be available. U.S. citizenship is required. An active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance is required for start, with the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access.

About the Role

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

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.

Requirements

Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01)

• Be completing or have completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by January 2027.
• Majoring in or have majored in a STEM degree.

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 and have 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience by January 2027.
• Majoring in or have majored in a STEM degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
• Previous internship/co-op or other work experience.
• Leadership and teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and participation 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 range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. 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 and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.