2027 Spring/Summer Chemistry Co-Op- Redondo Beach CA

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 — from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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.

Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil, and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile, and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers. From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.

A co-op at Northrop Grumman is unique. You’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. You’ll also gain pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career with training, professional development, and networking opportunities.

This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California. The successful candidate should plan to work full time during the Spring and Summer semesters (January–August 2027), with flexible start and end dates. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a co-op program to develop competencies in a variety of chemistry specializations.
• Perform a variety of duties in the chemistry laboratories.
• Design, execute, and report on experiments to support internal and external customers with materials qualification, production troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Operate related equipment and interpret results for project stakeholders.
• Recommend next steps and alternative testing for risk mitigation and remediation.

Requirements

• Enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university, graduating after August 2027.
• Majoring in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) from January–August 2027.
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.

Pay

• Bachelor’s: $26.75 to $32.50 per hour
• Master’s: $38.00 to $40.00 per hour

Pay rates are standardized and take into account graduation date, geographic cost of labor, and whether the role is technical or administrative.