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Life at Northrop Grumman
How We’re Building the Future of Work at Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is defining the future of work by focusing on a expanding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, designing multiple pathways to employment, and focusing on employee development.
Welcome to the A Team
Uriel joined Northrop Grumman last year as a member of the first class of Aeronautic Systems Training for Advanced Refinement (ASTAR), a training program that provides hands-on training to new aircraft mechanics before they set foot on a Northrop Grumman production floor.
Test Engineer Returns to Northrop Grumman
Welcome Home: In four short years as a professional, test engineer TJ Jasinski has had a wide array of experiences in the defense...
James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) is the closest thing we have to time travel, capturing images that offer a glimpse to the origins of the universe
Sukhraj: Graduate Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman is investing in the future of software engineering by supporting early-career talent like Sukhraj.
Rajveer: Industrial Placement Software Engineer
Rajveer, a Software Engineer Industrial Placement Student, has joined the company with a determination to apply her skills and gain hands-on experience in meaningful projects.
Luke: Graduate Systems Engineer
At Northrop Grumman UK, our team’s commitment to advancing defence technology is evident through dedicated engineers like Luke.
Ayisha: Graduate Software Engineer
Places on Northrop Grumman’s Graduate programme are filled by returning Industrial Placement Students like Ayisha.
Satoshi, Graduate Software Engineer
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
Nintsemon, Graduate Systems Engineer
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
Meet Stevie, a Graduate with Northrop Grumman in the UK
"I’ve learnt I am capable of so much more than I could have imagined!"
Meet Harry, Graduate Software Engineer, with Northrop Grumman in the UK
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
Meet Ellie, a Graduate Software Engineer with Northrop Grumman in the UK
"I have learned so much, gained great experience, improved technically and worked for a professional company."
Meet James, an Intern with Northrop Grumman in the UK
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
James, Graduate Software Engineer, with Northrop Grumman in the UK
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
Successful IT Apprenticeship in the UK Leads to Fulfilling Career
An IT apprenticeship with Northrop Grumman UK can open the door to a fulfilling career. Read about one infrastructure engineer's journey in his own words.
Neurodiversity: Northrop Grumman Provides an Environment for Success
Neil, a Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, shares his story about neurodiversity and finding a meaningful career in the United Kingdom.
"Northrop Grumman offers a number of opportunities and they are willing to invest in your career journey."
Sharjeel: Verification and Validation Engineer
Sharjeel, a Senior Verification & Validation Engineer, exemplifies the dedication and expertise necessary to uphold the standards, safety and reliability of the critical systems Northrop Grumman is known for.
Fast-Tracking Concept to Combat
Northrop Grumman's customizable test fleets accelerate innovation—slashing timelines, ensuring readiness, and safeguarding warfighters with cutting-edge advancements.
Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Marine Corps Veteran John on How the Military Prepared Him for His New Role
Veteran Spotlight - U.S. Marine Corps Veteran John on How the Military Prepared Him for His New Role at Northrop Grumman.
Writing Their Next Chapter
The iReturn program offers experienced professionals, who have taken a career break, support as they re-enter the workforce at Northrop Grumman.
Your Next Mission: Make Networking Part of Your Transition From Military to Civilian Life
The transition from military to civilian life and the search for a new career can be challenging. Networking can help you find your next mission.
Women in Engineering Are Essential to Northrop Grumman’s Success
Gail Slemon is a living example of how women in engineering can inspire other women.
What We Do is Personal
On a hot tarmac along the Space Coast, a father and son duo, both veterans, shared a memorable moment decades in the making.
Written in the Stars
Couple Celebrates Their Projects Colliding as Northrop Grumman Helps NASA Retrieve Spacecraft After Splashdown By Michelle A. Monroe Two aerospace engineers fall in love, get married and spend years in each other’s professional orbits before they finally collide. It’s a story practically written in the stars. Debra and Joe, who work for Northrop Grumman and [...]Read More...
Where Innovators Thrive
Explore how Northrop Grumman innovators turn challenges into breakthroughs, earning 1,100+ IP awards in 2024. Discover their journeys and advice.
Awards: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about some of our employees recognized for pursuing their personal passions and tackling the impossible.
Mentorships: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about some of our employees who participate in mentoring and gain insights into our culture.
Veterans: Life at Northrop Grumman
Meet a few of our current employees who define possible in a new way, often in support of the branches they used to serve.
Business, Operations and Management: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about some of our business, operations and management employees and gain insights into our culture.
Community Outreach: Life at Northrop Grumman
Explore these stories to learn more about our employee volunteerism and community outreach at Northrop Grumman.
Cyber, IT and Security: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about some of our cyber, information technology and security employees and gain insights into our culture.
Engineering: Life at Northrop Grumman
Our engineers contribute their expertise while developing new skills to develop leading-edge solutions used undersea, on land, in the sky and in the far reaches of outer space.
Experienced Professionals: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about some of our experienced professional employees and gain insights into our culture.
Space: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about our space team members and take advantage of gaining insights into our culture.
Manufacturing: Life at Northrop Grumman
We invite you to read these stories about our some of our manufacturing employees and take advantage of gaining insights into our culture.
A Culture of Transformation
Northrop Grumman interns leveraged digital transformation tools and practices to develop two national security satellites.
Class Act: Employee Resource Group Helps Students Go Back to School
Going back to school was a little bit easier this year for hundreds of kids, parents and teachers in Warner Robins, Georgia, thanks to their Northrop Grumman neighbors.
Change-Maker
Change-Maker: Northrop Grumman Systems Architect Engineer Keyshawn is on a mission to change how kids growing up in poverty imagine their future.
Champions Among Us
We’ve all heard about them: elite athletes pushing the boundaries of their sports, achieving things most of us have only ever seen on TV. Like all of us, those athletes have a story and, while no two stories are the same, they tend to have some similar [...]Read More...
From the Navy to Northrop Grumman
We recently spoke to E-2D Test Pilot Nate Atkinson about careers after the navy and building a future at Northrop Grumman.
Through the Looking Glass
Rosibel Diaz grew up loving puzzles, but never imagined those planning and problem-solving skills would lead her to bonding mirrors on the James Webb Space Telescope (Webb).
Go, Win, Fight!
Kev Hays, a Northrop Grumman program manager, Navy veteran and competitive cheerleading coach, brings his passion for empowering teams from the mat to the workplace. Whether leading engineers or coaching athletes, Kev thrives on helping others reach their full potential.
Prickly Progress
Northrop Grumman engineers found an unlikely solution for fine-tuning F-35 avionics: cactus needles. This eco-friendly tool has been a game-changing asset for cutting edge aircraft technology.
Data in Bloom
As a data scientist for the Sentinel program, Mark Taylor builds interactive dashboards that blend art and information to create visual data stories. Outside of work, he couples that same sense of artistry and data analytics, applying it toward a colorful passion: rose cultivation.
Finding Rainbows in the Fire
Welder Thomas Gibson honed his skills in the U.S. Navy, repairing ship hulls while stationed in Japan. Today, as a welder at Northrop Grumman’s site in Charlotte, North Carolina, Thomas has a hard job, literally: he welds iridium, the second-densest material on Earth, in support of the company’s laser crystal production.
Keeping the Spirit Alive
For Diego Silva Molina, an advanced automation engineer on the F-35 program, the path to Northrop Grumman was paved by an unwavering passion for aerospace and a unique connection to the innovative spirit of Jack Northrop, one of Northrop Grumman’s heritage founders.
Cracking the Code
Software engineer Makya Stell hacked her way to history, winning the Defense Department's Cyber Shield hacking competition. With problem-solving skills and a knack for innovation, she's using her coding to help keep the U.S. and its allies safe.
Walk in My Shoes: Testing the Limits
To the untrained eye, the hypersonics test bay in Ronkonkoma, New York, looks like a maze of interconnected pipes, valves and hoses. Fortunately, Missile Products Technician Dan Folks, who started his career as a plumber, has a very trained eye.
Welding to the Moon and Back
Kody Chaney, lead welder on the HALO program at Northrop Grumman, brings precision and passion to thermal control systems destined for lunar orbit.
Well Played
This expert gamer has graduated from playing Pokémon® Stadium and the original Sims™ game to creating simulated training systems for the U.S. Navy. By Rhonda Hewitt In a way, Kayla’s older brother is responsible for her success as a software developer. As a youngster Kayla would tag along with him when he visited friends and [...]Read More...
The Passion of a Pioneer
Walking through the halls of Northrop Grumman's Apopka facility, you will be hard pressed to find a space not influenced by Lesley Cheema. Lesley's 30 years of experience in semiconductor engineering has positioned her well as the mentor, innovator and connector she is today.
Advocating with Agility
After transitioning to a project budget manager role, Daniela discovered her passion for project management and was introduced to the Lean-Agile methodology.
A Riveting History
The United States entered World War II in December 1941 and, the following year, Grumman War Production Corps hired its first female employee.
A Bright Thread
I tell people I feel like I hit the jackpot when I joined Northrop Grumman in July 2022. My husband is a Northrop Grumman engineer, and, seeing how happy he is at work, I thought, “I want in on that.”
Career Reboot
After a career break abroad, Erica Vander Voort returned to the workforce through Northrop Grumman’s iReturn program. With mentorship and support, she transitioned into project management, helping other new hires feel welcome and confident.
A Mission with Meaning
From defusing bombs to supporting warfighters, Gabriel Cedillo's path is fueled by service. A U.S. Army veteran turned Northrop Grumman leader, Gabe now works to deliver life-saving technologies to protect those in the field, continuing his mission to help others.
Changing the Battlefield
Struggling during his transition from military to civilian life, Michael Streeter yearned for help and support. He found this in two unexpected things: yoga, and a career at Northrop Grumman.
Building Rocket Brains
Growing up on his family’s Missouri farm, Chet Ross never imagined that he would touch rocket brains. But today, that is exactly what he is known for.
By the Numbers
Northrop Grumman’s Utah-based hydrotesting team ensures the durability of solid rocket motors like the GEM 63XL, which powered a mission to the moon this year. This rigorous testing process is crucial to mission success and the defense of the U.S. and its allies.
Meet Diana: Defining Possible One F-35 Fighter Jet at a Time
Diana is an engineering intern at Northrop Grumman working on the F-35 Lightning II team in the manufacturing department.
Hometown Influencers, Hollywood Storyline
For Systems Engineering Manager LaDawn Randall, it was the women from her hometown of Hampton Roads, Virginia, who opened her eyes to what her future could be.
Jamming in the Desert
Northrop Grumman engineers Arturo Brambila, Sarah Grundeen and Andrew Hsu took navigation tech to the extreme at the White Sands Missile Range. Testing advanced GPS systems under simulation, their work proved vital to mission resilience in contested environments.
Joining the Fight
After making activity booklets to help his sister through her chemotherapy treatments, Quality Engineer Scott Murphy launched a nonprofit to spread this act of kindness to cancer patients nationwide.
Lessons from Dawn
Imagine that: laying on your back in a vehicle that’s going to land on the moon. I kept thinking, “I have to be part of this!”
Lights, Camera, Tomcat
Early in his career as a radar intercept officer onboard the F-14 Tomcat fighter jet, a movie studio came to make a film on Tom T’s base, Naval Air Station Miramar, California.
Made It Possible: Arnie Lucas and Creating Opportunity Through Agility
After more than 30 years in the military, Arnie Lucas joins Northrop Grumman through the Skillbridge internship program.
Walking the Kokoda Trail
Nine days, 59.6 miles, an unforgettable experience. Alongside members of the Royal Australian Air Force's Squadron 35, Australia-based Field Service Representative Ben Luke hiked the historic Kokoda Trail, walking in the footsteps of the World War II heroes who contributed to an Allied Victory in this humid stretch of the Papua New Guinea highlands.
From Navy To Northrop Grumman: A Transition To Civilian Life
Pete is an Australian Navy veteran, working at Northrop Grumman as a Program Manager.
Meet Bethany: An Engineer Working to Ensure Perfect Balance
Bethany is a Northrop Grumman structures and mechanical systems engineer, and weight & balance engineer supporting programs in Australia.
Story Archive
Everyone has a voice here, and it takes every one of us to make the impossible a reality. See what life is like at Northrop Grumman.
Mentoring the Future for 50 Years
Northrop Grumman's High School Internship Program (HIP) celebrates 50 years of providing curious teenagers an introduction to STEM careers and hands-on experience and practical knowledge to prepare them for college or to pursue a certificate or vocational position.
Mentorship Programs Are Joint (STARS) Ventures
Northrop Grumman is full of bright and talented employees, with many avenues to participate in mentorship programs.
More than a Mission: Scott Stark and the A-10
Growing up in a town with a population of about 700, Scott Stark had no aspirations of becoming a pilot. After all, the closest airport was over four hours away.
My Word: A Day to Remember
Leaving for a vacation in 2017, I saw an Honor Flight arrive at Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI). For those visiting a Washington, D.C.-area airport, this is a common sight: groups of volunteers welcoming World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War veterans to the terminal before embarking on visits to memorials in the nation’s capital. Honor Flight Network, which hosts these visits, has a mission of gratitude, and recognizes the service, sacrifice and selflessness of veterans by honoring them with a free-of-charge trip to Washington.
My Word: A Family Line of Defense
Dr. George Foust, spent a decade in uniform, commanding Air Defense Regiment batteries and working on Nike, Hawk and Patriot missile systems.
My Word: A Higher Purpose
My Word: A Higher Purpose - when I started thinking about my career, I knew I wanted to make a impact on my community and, hopefully, the world.
My Word: Continuing the Mission
When Marcus made the decision to hang up his uniform and leave the Marines, he began looking for opportunities. Northrop Grumman grabbed his attention.
Never Lose Hope
Wendy Balbino-Salmorin once dreamed of becoming an Air Force pilot, but fate drew her to a different call to duty.
Internship Programs and Rotations Lead to Successful Career
At Northrop Grumman, internship programs and rotational training help prepare employees to achieve their career goals.
Northrop Grumman Manager Volunteers in Vietnam
Using quality assurance best practices, a Northrop Grumman employee volunteers his skills and service to missions in Vietnam around the world.
One Team’s Journey: DoD Skillbridge
Each year, over 200,000 service members’ shift from active military service to civilian life. The Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program gives military members a jump-start in that transition. In January, Northrop Grumman solidified a partnership with the DoD to offer transitioning service members internship opportunities via SkillBridge. This program enables those separating or retiring [...]Read More...
On the Hunt for the Best Career Choices
Hundreds of summer interns went on a lab-hopping quest to discover Northrop Grumman's work and some of the best career choices available to them.
Out of this World Pen-Pals
Out of this World Pen-Pals: Meg regularly corresponds with students, sending career advice, and information on the Northrop Grumman space program.
Palmdale Solution Seekers
The fast-paced F-35 Integrated Assembly Line in Palmdale, California, must run efficiently, with safety and quality top-of-mind. The line requires calculated teamwork and technicians operating quickly and carefully to stay on schedule.
Polar Partners
The Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission launched this summer, expanding secure communications for U.S. and its allies. Learn more about how Northrop Grumman’s dedicated teams made this critical mission possible in one of the world’s most remote regions.
Powering the Artemis Generation
Building on the legacy of the Apollo and Space Shuttle programs, Northrop Grumman is pushing the limits of possible with the Artemis program, which will land the first woman and first person of color on the moon. The Artemis missions, fueled by the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, will establish the first long-term presence on and around the moon before taking the next giant leap: Mars.
Puck Drop
Before another workday begins, Northrop Grumman employees with a passion for playing ice hockey meet on Thursday mornings at a rink down the street from the Rolling Meadows office.
Reality Shift
Systems Engineer Rebecca Peterson wants to bring a new reality to employees across Northrop Grumman.
Reinventing Larsha
By Suzanne Kubler Electrical Engineer Larsha is a single mom. And for her, it’s the single most important role of her life — a life that was changed by a simple question from her son, Noah. When Noah was 11, he came home from school and asked if he could attend robotics camp. At the [...]Read More...
Rocket Riders
While roaring their engines onto Northrop Grumman’s Chandler, Arizona, campus in 2017, five employees found a common passion beyond building rockets: riding motorcycles.
Safety Through the Storm
Luckily, Northrop Grumman Safety Systems Fellow Daniel Plawecki not only knows the right answer — he created it.
Solving Critical Problems for the Warfighter: Meet Yesha
As a guidance, navigation and control analyst and design engineer, Yesha solves critical problems for the warfighter at Northrop Grumman.
Stephanie Locks Awarded SME’s “Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineer”
Through the Northrop Grumman Future Technical Leaders rotational program, manufacturing engineer Locks is applying her skills to real-world missions.
Stepping Up to Support Military Families
When Jennifer Sugarman isn't supporting Northrop Grumman's communication efforts as an employee communicator in Melbourne, Florida, she devotes time to what she calls her “cool volunteer side gig” — building stronger connections between military families and her community on Florida’s Space Coast as an Air and Space Force Civic Leader (ASFCL).
Made It Possible: Bonnie and Four Generations of Company Pride
From Thiokol Chemical Corporation to today, Bonnie and her family have served more than 165 combined years at Northrop Grumman heritage companies.
Made It Possible: Jason Chan and the Big Chiller
Northrop Grumman's Jason Chan is a mechanical engineer and is responsible for designing and managing mechanical construction, mechanical infrastructure, hydronic heating and cooling, refrigeration, process piping, and plumbing systems.
Robert and Empowering Future Rocket Scientists
If you would have told me when I was a young boy growing up on a Colorado dairy farm that I would get the opportunity to design, build and test rocket motors for a living, I never would have believed you.
Magic Craftsmen
Northrop Grumman's Lake Charles Fab Center blends skilled craftsmanship and advanced tech to support critical programs like the E-7 Wedgetail MESA Radar for the U.S. Air Force.
Making an IMPACT
Operation IMPACT (Injured Military Pursuing Assisted Career Transition) is a Northrop Grumman program that helps veterans with service-connected disabilities get hired.
Marilyn Monroe has a Place in Northrop Grumman History
In the annals of Northrop Grumman history, include Marilyn Monroe among the all-star list of scientists, engineers and other innovators.
Mark Waki: 38 Years of Perfecting Inspiration
The path to fulfilling your dreams is not always a linear one. Northrop Grumman employee Mark Waki knows this better than most.
Measuring Elementary Particles
Jerome Luine is on a mission of the quantumphysical kind, collecting elementary particles using a photon counter unlike any other.
Meet Alexander: Creating A User Experience Fit To Impress
Alexander is a software development analyst for the Enterprise Resource Planning organization at Northrop Grumman.
Meet Neville, Distinguished Engineer of the Year
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) has named Northrop Grumman’s Neville Maycock, director of Electronics & Payloads, Distinguished Engineer of the Year.
Meet Janet: An Aeronautics Guidance, Navigation and Controls Engineer
As a champion kickboxer and a guidance, navigation and controls engineer, Janet Todd knows what it means to be tough and get the job done.
Meet Jeremiah: A Global Hawk Aircraft Engineering Intern
As an intern, Jeremiah's role is to be a part of the team and to understand the daily responsibilities of Global Hawk engineers and technicians.
Meet Kanavis: Ensuring Quality Over Quantity
Kanavis is the lead quality engineer with Quality Control Material Review authority for the Atlas V and the Space Launch Systems programs.
Meet Rich, an Aeronautics Systems Program Director
Northrop Grumman Program Director Rich said the company has exceeded his expectations as an employer, which is why he’s been here for more than 41 years.
Missing in Action
Discover how Northrop Grumman helps the Carlson family uncover the mystery of Capt. John W. Carlson’s F-5C Tiger Jet crash during the Vietnam War.
Mission First, People Always, Team of Teams
For Kent, a retired two-star general, working at Northrop Grumman is personal. Throughout his Army career, he used and relied on many Northrop Grumman products.
Mixing Electricity and Water Sparks a Revolutionary Idea
A duo of Northrop Grumman engineers have invented a revolutionary way to forge connections between electricity and water and keep the power surging.
My Monday Morning: Nothing is Routine in Aviation Maintenance
Pedro is quick to point out that in all his time working in aviation maintenance, no two days have ever been the same. And that’s what he loves most about his career choice.
No Limitations
Jerry is a safety engineer at Northrop Grumman and an advocate for employees with disabilities, making sure his site's facilities more accessible for those with disabilities.
Dogs for Veterans Sponsorship Pairs Human and Animal Heroes
Northrop Grumman's sponsorship of dogs for veterans programs is just one way the company's support of the warfighter extends well beyond technology.
No Second Guesses
Andrew Meyer worked for years in the automotive industry and serviced in the Air National Guard. When he came to Northrop Grumman, he found the kind of meaning in his day job that he relished in his military career.
OmegA Rocket: Performing a Static Test
Learn about the meticulous work done by a team of scientists, technicians and engineers to prepare for Northrop Grumman's OmegA rocket static test.
One of the Guys, and With Pearls
As the first female field service rep for IBCS. at Northrop Grumman, she provides support and training for the customer in the field.
People, Peaks & Panoramas: Engineer Summits Mt. Everest
As an engineering manager at Northrop Grumman, Jim's ability to logically prepare and visualize a solution better equipped him to summit Mt. Everest.
The Process for Precision
Discover how Dr. Mindy Liu streamlined semiconductor chip validation at Northrop Grumman with a scalable test process, improving efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across dozens of programs.
Pushing the Possible
Pushing further has always been a consistent part of Ken Love’s life. As a kid, Ken didn’t just play video games. When his parents got him a console, he was enamored with the hardware and the software inside. The console triggered his fascination with computers and electronics and set him on his path. “That is [...]Read More...
Powering Professional Development: Exploring Internships at Northrop Grumman
Students across the country jump at the chance for a Northrop Grumman internship. Some are returning for another internship to learn more about what Northrop Grumman does and possible future career opportunities.
Rising From the Ashes
At 6:41 a.m. on Aug. 16, 2020, life quickly changed for residents of Northern California. What was first a typical thunderstorm soon produced close to 11,000 bolts of lightning that sparked hundreds of fires throughout the state. Microbursts of 50–75 mph winds cast hot embers miles downwind, rapidly advancing the fires and making the area [...]Read More...
Safe to Fly
During his 20-year U.S. Navy career, Shane found a sense of belonging and the skills to get his second career at Northrop Grumman.
Serving the Mission
Members of the Military Community Help Northrop Grumman Shine.
She’s Got GRIT
Liz Diss (McLean) started an all-women veterans' initiative within Northrop Grumman called GRIT, a safe place for women veterans to identify within the Northrop Grumman community.
Showing them the Ropes
Like any good mentor, Calvin Wong aspires to lift up his protégés and help them be their best. But Calvin’s protégés aren’t junior engineers, he mentors small businesses.
Si Se Puede
Northrop Grumman aerospace engineer Edwin Morales was born in East Los Angeles, California, but spent much of his childhood in Mexico.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Scott
Scott is a U.S. Navy veteran who recently transitioned to join Northrop Grumman through the Hiring our Heroes SkillBridge program.
Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Air Force Veteran Albin on the Transition to a Civilian Career
Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Air Force Veteran Albin on the Transition to a Civilian Career as a Principle Industrial Security Analyst and Palmdale Investigator at Northrop Grumman.
Supplying a New Perspective
Shelby is small business liaison officer that reaches out to communities that haven't always been included - a more diverse base of sub-contractors.
Surfing Helps One Quality Analyst Maintain Quality on the Job
Bob Stinson, a Quality Analyst at Northrop Grumman, shares how his experiences surfing have shaped his approach to achieving high quality at work.
Swimming with the Sharks
Shark Tank is one of many opportunities available for Northrop Grumman employees to present innovative ideas to leaders. Acting as investors, company leaders ask about the innovation’s benefits, alternatives and timing, then determine if they will allocate funding.
Teaching Through Fellowship
There are more than 200 NG Fellows from across Northrop Grumman, all advising on matters ranging from cybersecurity to engineering to business management.
The Harmony of Engineering and Music
Systems Engineer Kevin Connors, a lifelong musician, has always found time for the two greatest loves of his life: music and mechanical engineering.
The Benefits of Mentoring: The Impact of Shared Experience
The benefits of mentoring are vast. At Northrop Grumman, we believe that helping the next generation succeed is part of every employee's responsibility.
The Downsizing Developer
By Leigh McLeod Why go big when you can go small? For Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Tim, that’s his modus operandi. Tim joined Northrop Grumman in May 2021 to work on a classified program in Aurora, Colorado, but quickly realized he missed working on RF, which he’d spent most of his career on. When he [...]Read More...
The First of Her Family
Gabby, manager, process improvement in El Segundo, has achieved many firsts for her family.
The Importance of Safety in the Workplace Is One of Northrop Grumman’s Top Areas of Focus
The importance of safety in the workplace is apparent and integral in everything Northrop Grumman does.
The Journey from New York to Florida: Meet Vehicle Engineering Manager Suet
Suet is a Vehicle Engineering manager at the Manned Aircraft Design Center of Excellence in Melbourne, Florida.
A Veteran’s Voice: The Siren that Saved my Life
Q-53 is a fire-finder radar that sends information to Northrop Grumman’s Forward Area Air Defense command and control (FAAD C2) system.
The Values of Culture and Leadership Influenced Her Career With, and Return to, Northrop Grumman
Angela Chandler, manager of organization effectiveness, shares her story about returning to Northrop Grumman for its values of culture and leadership.
Threads for a Cause
“Fashion icon” was not in the job description that attracted Facilities Engineering Manager Kimo Treadway to Northrop Grumman nearly 10 years ago. But today, Kimo and the Rolling Meadows Facilities team’s colorful, eye-catching attire spark plenty of buzz.
Through Smoke and Fire
A static test safely ignites solid rocket motors to gather critical data to ensure the motor meets design requirements for the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM.
Tina’s Return to Northrop Grumman: Finding Work-Life Balance
After giving birth to her daughter in 2013, Tina's perspective on her job changed and she sought a more even work-life balance at Northrop Grumman.
Translating History Into Action
Two the Moon
Northrop Grumman Space communications interns Caroline and Nicole had a powerful internship experience that shook them to their core...literally.
STEM Volunteers Help Underserved Students
Science fairs changed Russ's life, and now he volunteers to share his experience and opportunities with underserved students.
Veteran Life at Northrop Grumman
Valuable skills most veterans acquire while on active duty are transferrable to a variety of careers once transitioned out of the military.
Veterans as a Resource
Matt had an idea for an exciting new technology, and through the Northrop Grumman innovation program SPARK, he secured funding.
Veterans in Business Are an Integral Part of Northrop Grumman's Success
Veterans in business help move Northrop Grumman's goals forward by providing specialized skill sets and perspectives.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Rafael
Rafael is a staff project manager with Northrop Grumman. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in November 1998 as an aviation operations specialist and retired in November 2019 as a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear defense officer. He deployed several times in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and multiple Marine Expeditionary Unit deployments. [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran Alex
U.S. Air Force Veteran Alex started with the organization as a test control engineer and is currently a senior principal engineer.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran George
George is a senior principal engineer at Northrop Grumman. Previously a U.S. Air Force fire protection specialist, George is now responsible for regulatory air quality compliance with the Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District, California Air Resource Board, as well as the environmental protection rules and regulations in Palmdale. How long have you been with [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran Joe
Joe is a Communications Security Manager (COMSEC) and COMSEC enterprise compliance framework lead for Northrop Grumman. He started with the company as a secure communications network and maintenance technician, which ultimately evolved into his current role. How long have you been with Northrop Grumman? How did you hear about us? I have been with the company [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran Shane
Shane has been with Northrop Grumman since June 2020. Prior to joining the company, Shane served in the military since 1998.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air National Guard Veteran Karrie
Northrop Grumman Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air National Guard Veteran Karrie
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Army Veteran Dominique
Dominique Parham Sub-Integrated Product Team Lead for Northrop Grumman’s Communications & Payloads team. How long have you been with Northrop Grumman? How did you hear about us? I’ve been with the company for eight years and was the Veterans, Employees and Reservists Inspired to Act and Serve (VERITAS) vice chair in Palmdale, California for a [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Army Veteran Mineris
After 14 years in the U.S. Army, Mineris joined Northrop Grumman as a Principal Quality Engineer with the desire to continue helping others.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Andrew
Andrew is a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist who is currently serving with the U.S. Coast Guard.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Katie
Katie is an Integrated Product Team Manager on Special Programs at Northrop Grumman. Since joining the company in 2014, she has held roles of increasing responsibility within the Quality organization and program management. Her previous Northrop Grumman assignments include B-2 Production IPT & Replacement Test Aircraft Program Manager, B-2 Deputy Program Quality Manager, Depot & [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Kurt
Kurt supports planning requirements and delivery for Northrop Grumman's Global Supply Chain. As a Marine Officer, Kurt served as a Combat Engineer Officer and Director of Logistics.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Tristan
Tristan is a security coordinator with Northrop Grumman with experience supporting many programs and efforts across the company, including physical security and personnel security.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran (Chief Petty Officer Retired) Don
Don is a Principal Industrial Security Analyst, Security Operations at Northrop Grumman. Since joining the company in 2007, he has held roles of increasing responsibility within the Security organization.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Douglas
After serving in the Navy, Douglas was recruited to Northrop Grumman via LinkedIn and is a Senior Principal Project Manager.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S Navy Veteran Jason
Jason is a Staff Quality Engineer with Northrop Grumman. Growing up, his father managed a crop duster outfit in a small South Louisiana farm town, which sparked his interests in aircrafts.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Joana
U.S. Navy Veteran Joana served four years in active duty as a Manager in Tooling Operations. This experience in the Navy helped set her up for her career at Northrop Grumman.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Ken
Ken is a logistics engineer at Northrop Grumman. Prior to joining the organization, he was in the U.S. Navy.
Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Navy Veteran Kevin on How SkillBridge Helped him Transfer to a Civilian Career
Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Navy Veteran Kevin on How SkillBridge Helped him Transfer to a Civilian Career
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran Carli
Carli is currently a Principal Configuration Analyst at Northrop Grumman. She is a U.S. Air Force veteran with experience as a missileer and has also held several other high-ranking positions.
Connecting to Community
One of my passions is supporting underrepresented students — especially girls and people of color —ensuring they are exposed to STEM.
Connection at the Racetrack
Living 2,400 miles apart, it’s an unlikely friendship — one is a race car driver, the other a race car photographer, but connections between careers and cars brought them together.
Cybersecurity Problems Are No Match for Chandria Poole’s Forward-Thinking Approach
Cybersecurity problems are an ever-present threat to major corporations. Chandria Poole is taking a proactive approach to solving them, now and in the future.
Deep Learning Technologies Will Change How We Process Data
Will Chambers, a research and development engineer at Northrop Grumman, shares the game-changing potential of deep learning technologies.
Designing for a Difference
Mei-Li considers engineering just one part of her identity. The nonprofit she co-founded, Atwero provides assistive devices to persons with disabilities in Uganda.
Discovering the Materials that will Build the Future
3D printing airplane parts is no longer the future, it’s here. Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology and Innovation is at the forefront to improve and expand the technology with new materials.
Embracing Lean-Agile Through Talent Acquisition and HR
Encouraging career growth and versatility is a key aspect to maintaining a high-quality workforce at Northrop Grumman.
Engineering Career Advice: Lessons Learned From a 44-Year Career at Northrop Grumman
Todd Harland White, Chief Architect at Undersea Systems and Consulting Engineer, offers engineering career advice after 44 years at Northrop Grumman.
Eyes on the Sky
From the moment Chris McGrath heard the rumble of an aircraft, he knew he wanted to fly. Growing up in a military family, his gaze was skyward from a young age. His grandfather served in the Korean War, and Chris and his family moved from post to post throughout his dad’s 23-year Marine Corps career.
Family Working Together, Learning Manufacturing Skills Critical to Steering Destroyers
Brothers at Northrop Grumman demonstrate the value of family working together, as they carry forward vital manufacturing skills working on steering systems.
Fiber + 3D Printing = Patented Success
A Northrop Grumman engineering team developed a revolutionary prototype 3D printing technique using fiber.
Fifty Years at the Rocket Ranch: Q&A with Ranch Manager Boyd
Ranch Manager Boyd Udy calls himself the luckiest man alive.
Finding La Familia
José is a systems engineer with a deep passion for STEM outreach and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Find Solutions through a New Perspective
Veldesta E. credits having an outsider’s perspective with helping her build a career out of finding new solutions.
First Female Aviator Assigned to her Navy Squadron Now Leads at Northrop Grumman
Arlene made history as the first female aviator assigned to her Navy squadron. She joined Northrop Grumman 19 years ago and is now a dynamic leader in operations for Maritime/Land Systems and Sensors.
From Active Duty Air Force to Northrop Grumman Program Manager
Following a lengthy career in the United States Air Force, Tim knew it was time to make a career change that would allow him the stability he knew his family needed with young children at home.
From Blackboard to Blueprint
From substitute teaching to aerospace manufacturing, Traci Elliot’s career growth shows the power of the supportive, inclusive workplace she found at Northrop Grumman. “Be impactful, learn from smart people, and offer help — whatever form it takes,” she said. “That mentality has brought me here.”
From Football Dreams to Higher Callings
As a three-sport athlete at Randallstown High School in Baltimore, Maryland, William was on the way to fulfilling a lifelong dream.
From Intern to Mechanical Design Engineer on the James Webb Space Telescope
Mei-Li joined Northrop Grumman as an intern. Today, she’s a mechanical design engineer on the James Webb Space Telescope, working on the mechanical ground systems engineering team.
From Sailor to Sentinel
Systems Administrator Tylor Describes his Cyber Security Journey from a Naval Post in the White House to Northrop Grumman.
From Scraps to Opportunities
How Northrop Grumman Scrap Metal is Supporting the Next Generation of Welders.
Growing With Technology: Mechanical Engineer Adds Value to Business Development Team
To Teran Chase of Northrop Grumman, growing with technology means marrying mechanical engineering and STEM activism with business development.
High Fives for Quality and Community
One of Northrop Grumman's incredible employees in engineering, Tina Rateau is driven by a simple mission statement: "Get a cause. Get involved. Get going."
Home-Grown Opportunity in the Southwest
New Mexico is known as the land of enchantment, but not always the land of opportunity. One Northrop Grumman site wants to change that.
How Danny’s Mentor Partnership Launched his Career at Northrop Grumman
As a college junior in 2017, I applied for the mentoring program at DisabilityIN, a nonprofit that helps disabled college students.
Inspiring the Next Generation: Meet Tim
Tim, technical fellow, shares how his childhood passion for aerospace led him to his career path and inspired him to share this passion with STEM students.
Meet Essence: An Intern Finding New Ways To Enhance F-35 Program
Essence is an intern working on the F-35 Lightning II aircraft, helping her team with a variety of projects throughout the entire assembly line as a manufacturing engineer.
Internships at Northrop Grumman – Learning by Doing
Interns at Northrop Grumman focus on learning by doing, gaining hands-on experience and working alongside a team of innovators.
In the Right Orbit
Libby Moore, Olivia Riess and Madina Arman are helping write the next chapter of NASA’s Aura satellite. Learn how these early-career engineers and their colleagues are making a global impact at Northrop Grumman.
It’s More Than an Internship
In 2014, Andie joined the Ground Subsystems Support Contract team as part of the first group of engineers selected to support the next phase of sustaining the Minuteman III system.
Joy on the Manufacturing Floor
Lucille is an engineering manufacturing specialist who embodies and inspires joy on her shop floor.
Leap of Faith
Leap of Faith: Meet Three Northrop Grumman Employees Who Changed Career Paths to Join the Aerospace Industry
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Floyd
Hear from Floyd, a veteran and flight inspector, as he shares his experiences transitioning from the U.S. Navy to Northrop Grumman.
Liz’s Story: How an Army Analyst transitioned to a Business Development Manager
Following a successful career in the US Army as an enlisted Intel Analyst and Linguist, Liz moved back to Arkansas where she started working on her bachelor’s degree thanks to the GI Bill.
Brian Henwood and Electric Persistence
Facilities manager Brian Henwood reflects on installing Electric Vehicle charging stations at Northrop Grumman’s Azusa, California campus.
Made It Possible: Frank Fendell and the Tools of the Trade
By Frank Fendell When I decided to major in physics, I got a lot of questions. It was 1955 and I was the first in my family to go to college. I wanted to pursue a career in aerospace, but, at the time, the industry was in its early days; it was all over the [...]Read More...
Made it Possible: Lisa and a Chorus of Support
Meet Lisa: A systems engineering manager in Dulles, Virginia. She has worked for Northrop Grumman for 15 years, supporting deep space, commercial satellites, mission operations and career development.
Made It Possible: Marcos Stephens and Training for the Digital Transformation
Marcos Stephens leads a variety of strategic workforce training and development programs, training employees in everything from model based systems engineering to artificial intelligence to user experience.
Made It Possible: Scott Mohrman and Seeing Stars
Capturing a once-in-a-lifetime shot of a solid rocket motor test underneath the Utah stars.
Made It Possible: The SharkSat Team and Launching a Next Generation Workforce
After completing a three-month stay at the International Space Station hosted aboard the Cygnus spacecraft, SharkSat spent two weeks orbiting the Earth and transmitting valuable telemetry and performance data back to mission controllers.
Made It Possible: Veteran Kristin and Speaking the Same Language
By Kristin Southwell I’ve always been the type of person that finds a way to get something done. Whether a small task or large one requiring ingenuity and initiative, I feel driven to break down barriers to success and I enjoy the challenge of making a difference. When I was deployed as a member of [...]Read More...
Making a Splash
Have you ever visited a marina and spotted an ornately carved dragon boat gliding across the water? Read how the modern-day version of this ancient water sport is connecting communities at Northrop Grumman's locations across the globe.
Material Transformation
Northrop Grumman Pathways Engineer Ethan Hoben describes himself as a habitual project collector.
Below the Surface, a Lot of us Share a Great Deal
Andy Wong has wanted to work with aircraft since he was in kindergarten, when his father gave him a calendar with a picture of an F-14 Tomcat plastered above the summer months.
Angie Schuck
Angie Schuck, System Safety Subject Matter Expert loves sharing her colleagues’ success.
Christie Frankel, Contracts Specialist, explains why Northrop Grumman Australia people make such a difference
Christie Frankel, Contracts Specialist, explains why Northrop Grumman Australia people make such a difference
Dean Muller, Project Manager describes the sheer variety of capability and breadth of opportunity.
Dean Muller, Project Manager describes the sheer variety of capability and breadth of opportunity.
Meet Engineering & Sciences Operations Manager Mitch
Hear from Mitch, an Engineering & Sciences Operations Manager in San Diego. After retiring from the U.S. Marine Corps, adjusting to civilian work was a new challenge he faced.
Meet Jake: From the Air Force to a Career with Northrop Grumman
Jake is a Program Manager supporting KC-30A in Australia. Learn more about his transition from the Royal Australian Air Force to Northrop Grumman.
Meet Jasper: An Engineer and Artist Inspiring Young Budding Scientists
Jasper is an electrical engineer with Northrop Grumman and makes rocket-themed art and jewelry in her spare time, using the latest 3D printing technologies.
Lachlan Daley
Lachlan Daley, Graduate Systems Engineer loves the impact he has so early in his career.
Matt Stanford, C-27J Field Services Manager works directly with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF)
Matt Stanford, C-27J Field Services Manager works directly with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
Meet Montraz: An Intern Creating Top-Notch Hardware Designs
Meet Montraz, an intern learning what it means to push the boundaries of possible from a leading global provider of secure software-define, hardware-enabled mission systems.
Meet Robniqua: Global Hawk Software Engineer
Learn more about Robniqua's journey to becoming a software engineer at Northrop Grumman.
Sarah Corbet, Systems Engineer describes her journey since joining as an Intern
Sarah Corbet, Systems Engineer describes her journey since joining as an Intern.
Life at Northrop Grumman
Everyone has a voice here, and it takes every one of us to make the impossible a reality. See what life is like at Northrop Grumman.
Made It Possible: Matt Mecham and Becoming a Booster Archaeologist
That is Space Launch System (SLS) booster integration engineering — blending old and new systems to create a superior booster.
Embracing Duality
In Northrop Grumman Systems Engineer Tejas’ closet, two sides stand out: bright athleisure and clothes for work on one side, and fatigues and combat boots on the other.
Engineering Happiness
An event with students from Northrop Grumman’s High School Improvement Program (HIP) held special meaning for Morgan Freeman, an additive manufacturing engineer, and HIP alumnus. Learn about Morgan's journey from HIP student to engineer at Northrop Grumman.
Engineer in Central Florida Gives Back in Many Ways
Naomi is redefining engineering leadership, measuring success by her impact on the engineering community and focusing on serving future generations.
Eureka Moment
SLICE, short for “scene layering and indexing capability environment,” is a tactical graphics framework that bridges the gap between systems and sensors.
Finding More
Finding More: How one employee in Palmdale, CA found mentors and a career compass in logistics at Northrop Grumman.
Finding Stability
As a kid, I dreamed of becoming an FBI agent. But after finishing high school, I realized that I needed to cultivate better discipline in my life, so I left college to join the U.S. Army. I became an Army counterintelligence special agent, keeping U.S. classified information safe. As a badged federal agent for over 20 years, I conducted sensitive investigations related to espionage, treason, sedition and terrorism.
Forever Families
What does it mean to become a forever family? Read about three Northrop Grumman employees who have embarked on the journey of adoption, opening not only their homes but their hearts.
Fostering Innovative Ideas
Innovative ideas require diversity, the way creating a meal requires a wide range of ingredients.
From Classroom to Radiation Lab
Former astronomy adjunct professor Taylor Fry wanted to use his talents for something big. Now he is a rising physicist in Northrop Grumman’s Radiation Test Operations Laboratory, conducting tests in radiation environments to assess degradation caused by natural space conditions or nuclear weapons.
From Outer Space to Northrop Grumman
Three astronauts discuss their career paths, which have taken them everywhere from outer space to Northrop Grumman.
From Perseverance to Providing Scholarships
By Taylor Alexander, as told to Emily Gabaldon It wasn’t an easy feat studying aerospace engineering while recovering from jaw surgery. I was born with a birth defect that resulted in a severe craniofacial deformity and I have overcome several surgeries and iterations of braces throughout my life. Just two weeks prior to starting my [...]Read More...
From Ski Slopes to Data Slopes: Data Science Careers
Kelli Esparham, Data Science Manager, once skied with the best in the world. Now she uses data analysis to keep Northrop Grumman ahead of the competition.
Global Supply Chain Management Star Featured in 30 Under 30
If you asked Leah Williams what she wanted to be when she was younger, she'd tell you that she wanted to be a musician.
Got Bots
When engineer Matt Hobbs first saw BB-8 — the ball-shaped droid from "Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens" — he was impressed by the CGI. It wasn’t until Matt attended a Star Wars fan event and saw a robotic version of BB-8 rolling onstage that he started thinking about how he could engineer something similar.
Home Team Advantage
Not long after joining Northrop Grumman, Gabrielle set her eyes on a new challenge: enlisting in the U.S. Army National Guard.
Homeward Bound
. Project Management Manager Evelyn Sobierajska remembers her father reciting this quote when she was young; it’s stuck with her throughout her life, including during her 18 years with Northrop Grumman.
Hooked on Aerospace
There was a time that a black polypropylene box filled with magnetic tape — also known as a VHS tape — was king of technological innovation, its throne a video cassette recorder.
Igniting the Next Generation
Drawing on the inspiration he felt as a kid seeing the Apollo missions, Brian Katz launched the Space Explorers club to teach young students about rocketry. For more than 20 years, the club has sparked curiosity and future engineers.
Inflate Before Flight
Thanks to an innovative app designed by three employees, the immersive experience of soaring above different landscapes in a hot air balloon will soon be accessible to many.
Ingenious Device Solves Aerospace Engineering Problems in a Pinch
Steven Kuo created a pinch polarizer, which transforms a linear radio signal into a circularly polarized signal, to solve engineering problems.
Innovation on All Fronts
Ken Friend served his country as a station commander in the U.S. Army for 24 years and said he was humbled by the talent that surrounded him every day. When he retired from the service, his passion to help empower veterans like himself grew — and, as a Northrop Grumman talent acquisition manager, he’s been finding inventive ways to connect veterans with the perfect fit for their passion.
In the Footsteps of World War II
Northrop Grumman photographer Alan Tran had the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Normandy, France, through the Best Defense Foundation's Battlefield Return Program — documenting the return of 43 American World War II veterans to the country they liberated. Follow the unforgettable journey through Alan's lens.
Into the Unknown
Soon after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Northrop Grumman engineer Leyla and her husband arrived in Poland to help Ukrainian refugees.
iReturn: The Journey Back to the Workforce
Northrop Grumman’s iReturn program is designed to bring people back to the workforce after a long time away for a full-time career in one of several fields at the company.
Zooming In
Inside Northrop Grumman’s metallography lab in Redondo Beach, California, Engineer Kate Nabours and her colleagues uncover mission-critical details that are imperceptible to most people. Harnessing ultra-powerful microscopes, the close-knit team of technicians and engineers hunts for potential flaws in the microstructures — grain-like patterns visible only when magnified — of metals, alloys and other materials used in engine components, spacecraft and other products.
Parallel Pathways
Twin sisters and engineering leaders whose careers have run parallel and, at times, intersected, they have been looking to each other for inspiration and strength in their journeys their entire lives. Today, their career journeys have led them to Northrop Grumman.
A Connection to the Mission and Community Name Drove Mike to Northrop Grumman
Growing up in Melbourne, Florida, Mike was always aware what a staple in the community Northrop Grumman was and had a desire to join the company. Combined with the fact that his father and grandfather served in the military, Mike knew that he could combine his passions for business management and finance together with the [...]Read More...
A Lasting Legacy
As one of the key flight controllers on the NG-15 mission that sent the S.S. Katherine Johnson Cygnus spacecraft to the International Space Station in February 2021, I had what you could call a full-circle moment.
A Clean Start
Anahi started her journey at Northrop Grumman right out of high school in housekeeping - 12 years later, she is a logistics management analyst for the F/A-18.
3D Printing Technology: Machinists Forge a Brave New World in Three Dimensions
3D printing technology is helping Northrop Grumman push the limits of the aerospace industry.
Northrop Grumman Engineer Earns Rising Star Award
Lauren Mazzoli, a UMBC grad and Northrop Grumman employee, won UMBC's Rising Star Award for her work diversifying STEM.
10 Tricks Up His Sleeve
Allan is a software engineer at Northrop Grumman by day and, as of a few years ago, a magician by night.
A Dream Interrupted, a Community Found
By Leigh McLeod Northrop Grumman Mission Assurance Manager Otis was unsure of his future when the college he was attending dropped aerospace engineering from its curriculum. His dream of becoming an aerospace engineer and astronaut seemed out of reach. Then one night, while attending a basketball game at Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, [...]Read More...
A Journey of Resilience
While I was working as an inclusive special education teacher in New Jersey, my husband and I decided to start a family.
A Mindboggling Opportunity
Derrick first connected with Northrop Grumman virtually at the Great Minds in STEM conference, an initiative supported by the company’s educational outreach nonprofit, the Northrop Grumman Foundation.
Carving Out Space on the Mountain
Engineer Cathy is breaking down barriers on the slopes. After moving to Colorado, Engineer Cathy picked up snowboarding and became a regular on the mountain. But on the slopes, she noticed that not many people looked like her. Read about how Cathy is breaking down barriers for everyone.
Accelerating Tomorrow: Inside the Next Era of Propulsion
Northrop Grumman is revolutionizing propulsion with cutting-edge solid rocket motor innovations, hypersonic flight advancements, and rapid technology development, driving next-generation solutions nationwide.
A Change of Scenery
For many Northrop Grumman employees, one of the most exciting things about a career at the company is that you never know where it will take you — but you do know that your team will be there every step of the way.
A Bridge Between Service and the Civilian World
SkillBridge is Department of Defense program designed to help military service members transition to the civilian workforce through specific industry training.
300 Miles and Counting | Northrop Grumman
For Randy, director manufacturing — running has been a part of his life since competing in high school cross country and, later, during his 10 years with the U.S. Navy as a chief petty officer.
200 Feet Underground
Pete is a flight test execution manager on the Sentinel program - protecting the nation and modernization our ICBM weapon system.
Career Growth for Space Systems Engineer through Brooke Owens Fellowship Program
Fellowship programs like Brooke Owens Fellowship provide paid internships and mentorship to undergraduate women in aerospace, including this systems engineer.
Christy and the Big Picture in Digital Transformation
As part of Northrop Grumman's digital transformation, Christy is an architecture lead on Next Generation Polar providing MBSE leadership.
Changing Hearts
Software Analyst Kathy’s life changed forever. After a month of flu-like symptoms, she was shocked to discover she had cardiomyopathy. She needed a heart transplant.
Career in Aerospace and Defense Is Balanced by Life, Love and Leadership
Mary Petryszyn of Northrop Grumman's Land and Avionics C4ISR Division shares lessons learned throughout her career in aerospace.
A Spark of Inspiration
SPARK is a Northrop Grumman business development program that allows employees to explore technical ideas not always covered by contracted programs.
An Engineering Mentor Explains His Career Path
Discover how Ryan Haughey went from engineering student to becoming an engineering mentor for students at his alma mater.
Bringing Family into the Business
Tony is a mechanical technician at the Manned Aircraft Design Center of Excellence in Melbourne, Florida, and is celebrating his 40th year at Northrop Grumman.
Blazing Her Own Trail
Mariel has been reaching for the stars from an early age, blazing her own trail to an engineering career at Northrop Grumman.
At a Testing Facility for Mach Speed 0-8+, Progress Happens Faster Than the Speed of Sound
Northrop Grumman's state-of-the-art mach speed testing facility allows the demonstration & validation of new advancements in supersonic and hypersonic systems.
An Engineer’s Journey: From BEYA to a Career at Northrop Grumman
Meet Travene Grant, a tool engineer at Northrop Grumman in St. Augustine, Florida where he uses metrology, the science of measurement, to assist with building aircraft.
Allegra Scott Receives an AFCEA Award for Service and Achievement
As a result of Allegra Scott's dedication to mentorship, she has been honored by the AFCEA with a Distinguished Young AFCEAN Award.
Aerospace Engineering Intern at Northrop Grumman Achieves New Heights
Kirk, an engineering intern at the University of Arizona, is applying his skills in the Hunter Program in flight sciences and test engineering.
A Three-Dimensional Career
A manufacturing design engineer by training, the first time Jasmine saw a 3D-printed airplane part, she felt like she was starting an adventure.
Army Veteran Works for Northrop Grumman to Help Save Soldiers’ Lives
Rob Jassey is an Army veteran dedicated to saving the lives of soldiers through reliable, effective defense systems.
Abraham’s Story: The Lost Boys of Sudan
Now a public health analyst with Northrop Grumman, Abraham Ater is one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, forced to cross 1,000 miles of desert as a nine-year-old boy.
At the Helm of Aqua
Carl was having a conversation with his 9-year-old grandson, Jeremiah, when he began sharing his love of science and how he turned it into a lifelong career. “As Jeremiah began asking more about climate change, I had one piece of advice: Let science be your guide,” Carl said. At Northrop Grumman, [...]Read More...
Building a Legacy: A Lifelong Mission of Service
For Dennis, a program director at Northrop Grumman, supporting the warfighter is part of his DNA.
A New Reality: Virtual Internship Exceeds Expectations
Meet Turner: A senior at the University of Texas at Dallas who recently completed an internship with Northrop Grumman. See how his internship exceeded expectations.
Come Play in an Augmented Reality Sandbox Like No Other
With few exceptions, many people have played in a sandbox, but how many can say they've used an augmented reality sandbox?
Bringing Our People Home
Northrop Grumman’s LAIRCM system saves lives, supporting veterans like Rob Atchison and fostering a global veteran community through VERITAS.
A Pathway into an Engineering Career
Northrop Grumman’s Pathways Program is a three-year rotational program for entry-level professionals to establish a foundation in their career and develop business acumen.
Connecting the Dots
After immigrating from war-torn Afghanistan, Sabawon eventually saw his hard work pay off when he joined Northrop Grumman.
Countering Cyber Threats on the Night Shift
Elysia had plans to be a lawyer. After graduating college in 2012, she worked for the Maryland State's Attorney's Office and two law firms before deciding instead to pursue a newfound interest in cybersecurity.
Counting Down 10 Rocket Launch Traditions, Superstitions and Lore
After transitioning to a project budget manager role, Daniela discovered her passion for project management and was introduced to the Lean-Agile methodology.
Daring to Dream
Growing up in Puerto Rico, a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) was an alien concept. In fact, when I mentioned that I wanted to be a scientist, everyone — except for my mom — laughed at me like I was out of my mind.
Meet Arlanda: Electrical Engineer
Arlanda is an Electrical Engineer in the Pathways Program, working on a design team that is responsible for designing, testing, and analyzing data of Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits.
Nothing Stops Sabrina
Many kids are born with a natural curiosity about the world. For six-year-old Sabrina Rosa- Ortiz, the science lab her father built so she could run mini experiments would pave the way to her STEM career at Northrop Grumman.
Students of Sustainability
Once students get a handle on essential engineering skills, they look for hands-on opportunities to hone them before entering the working world. One group of Northrop Grumman engineers has been challenging students to apply a wide range of skills under a particular set of projects, collectively known as Tech for Conservation (T4C).
Success Across Millions of Miles
By Amanda Collins When something doesn’t go as planned after launch, you can’t pull a spacecraft back into the shop, take it apart and fix it. Often, you can’t even get a glimpse of what’s wrong. For most people — and companies — the story would stop there. But giving up isn’t an option for [...]Read More...
Suit Up: Hollywood Meets Engineering in the HIVE
Leveraging model-based systems engineering, virtual reality and full-body, high-precision motion capture, the Highly Immersive Virtual Environment (HIVE) allows engineers to be present inside their designs.
Supercharged
Our Space Solar Power Incremental Demonstrations and Research team is working to make this fantasy — transmitting solar energy from space to Earth — reality.
Survival, Strength and Service
While I will always be recovering, my story is not over. In 2022, I started a new chapter with Northrop Grumman in Roy, Utah. At this site, and across the entire company, I found an incredible community of veterans still serving the mission every day. As a systems engineer on the Sentinel program, I know that I’m doing what I set out to do from the start: protect the world for generations to come.
Switchboards in the Sky
The Milstar military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) system celebrated 30 years on orbit in 2024, three times its intended design life.
Taking to the Skies
By Michelle A. Monroe Engineer Skylor is right at home in the cockpit of the sleek, red-and-white airplane he built with his father, Jim. “It was my father’s idea to build a plane, and I ran with it,” said Skylor, who spent nearly every weekend from 2003 to 2010 taking the project from concept to [...]Read More...
The Case of the Missing Key
Engineering Manager CJ used a Northrop Grumman perk to discover what was inside the World War II footlocker he inherited from his grandfather.
The Domino Effect
Expert Domino Master Topples the Line Between Art and Engineering By Nora Strumpf Four flying drones whizz by overhead, each transporting a box of pizza. A giant evil robot’s bright red eyes begin to flash. On the floor, the word “doom” emerges as 30 robotic vacuums converge. Bill Nye (“the Science Guy”) is cheering from [...]Read More...
The Height of Her Career
Claire is a field engineer for Northrop Grumman’s Ionospheric Ground Sensors program – installing and maintaining 100-foot towers around the world.
The Maestro
Not everyone working in defense describes their role like that of an orchestra director. But for Systems Engineer Stephen Guine, it’s an accurate comparison.
The Mountain
Hugo went to the mountains seeking the things that have always drawn people to such heights — adventure, challenge, nature. And, like so many, he returned a changed man.
The Satisfaction of Service: Financial analyst and Vietnamese refugee Nga on why she is proud to work for Northrop Grumman
In 1975, the Fall of Saigon changed Thuy Nga Mast’s life forever. Today, Nga recalls how these events led her to where she is now, working as a Financial Analyst at Northrop Grumman and supporting the defense of the country that became home to her family so many years ago.
The Tale of AI, Alligators and a Shark
A sign on the edge of Jessica Ascough's property in Brevard County, Florida, reads “WARNING: Entering THE SWAMP." On her 2.5 acres of undeveloped swampland, the systems engineering chief scientist is creating a full-scale team of land, air and sea autonomous vehicles equipped with artificial intelligence (AI).
To the Edge of the Universe
To the Edge of the Universe: Four Employees Share Their Experience Shaping the Webb Telescope Launch.
Tree Planting in Popular Park Aids Hurricane Recovery in Lake Charles
Driving through the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Jacob Garland still passes too many houses with what has become a local symbol of need — a blue tarp on the roof. Eighteen months ago, Hurricane Laura — a Category 4 storm tied as the strongest to ever make landfall in Louisiana — devastated the area. In a cruel twist of fate, Hurricane Delta struck the same area six weeks later.
Turning the Page
By Jillian Wright For three decades, Northrop Grumman’s Aircraft Maintenance and Fabrication Center (AMFC) team kept a key U.S. Air Force fleet flying. The Lake Charles, Louisiana, site — which performs aircraft maintenance and modifications — historically served as the traditional home of the E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS) aircraft program. [...]Read More...
Under the Weather
By Stephanie Flyger Talk to Jim about his job as an atmospheric scientist for more than five minutes, and you’ll likely hear his favorite soapbox speech about the weather. “Anytime someone tells you they have something all-weather they’re lying to you — there’s no such thing,” said Jim, jokingly. “Today, you left your house and [...]Read More...
Unfinished Business
Doug is a staff engineer on several programs supporting guided munitions, which are weapons deployed from aircraft or ships to eliminate threats.
Unlocking Potential
Northrop Grumman has designed a pilot program to provide neurodiverse candidates with internship opportunities to make a real-world impact.
Veterans and Career Transition during the COVID Crisis and Beyond
When the global pandemic hit, Northrop Grumman pressed on with necessary hiring, including the recruitment of transitioning service members through its Military Internship Program. To do so, the company maximized the potential of the Department of Defense’s SkillBridge program, a joint-service initiative that allows service members to participate in job training, including apprenticeships and internships, [...]Read More...
Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran James
James is a Senior Principal Project Manager at Northrop Grumman and works with the Global Hawk Program Integration Team as their Government Furnished Property Asset Manager.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Stephanie
Stephanie is a DoD Skillbridge intern who transitioned from the Marine Corp to a career with Northrop Grumman.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Air Force Veteran Ashley
Meet Ashley, a U.S. Air Force Veteran and an Associate Industrial Security Analyst with Northrop Grumman with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and a minor in Sociology.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Army Veteran Chris
Chris is a senior principal contract administrator at Northrop Grumman.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Army Veteran Neilson
U.S. Army veteran Neilson is a Principal Supply Chain Specialist at Northrop Grumman. He has six years of experience in supply chain and logistics, and eight years in the military.
Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Ian
U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Ian is a Security Coordinator overseeing classified document control at Northrop Grumman.
Virtual Hiring Success in the Face of COVID-19
A major recruitment-related obstacle being faced by companies post COVID-19 is the inability to conduct face-to-face interviews. With this unprecedented challenge in mind, Northrop Grumman’s Talent Acquisition team established new virtual hiring practices. During this challenging time, the team worked together to quickly solve complex issues while creating added options for video interviewing. Teams throughout [...]Read More...
