2027 Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel stipend

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks an Associate Engineer Aeronautical or Engineer Aeronautical to design, develop, and test aerospace systems at multiple California locations including Palmdale and El Segundo. The role is part of the Test & Evaluation Engineering directorate and requires clearances.

The position offers growth potential with two levels (T01/T02) and a path to advanced responsibilities, with competitive salary ranges and benefits. Travel is expected up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field; completed by Aug 2027.
• Master's degree (or Bachelor's + 2 years) in Aerospace or related STEM field; eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test aerospace systems and test equipment.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of test activities.
• Analyze data, resolve anomalies, and communicate results to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership & teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (completed by Aug 2027)

Master's degree in Aerospace or STEM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description

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. 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. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical.

This position will be located in one of the following locations: Palmdale, CA / Edwards AFB, CA / Mojave, CA / Redondo Beach, CA / El Segundo, CA / San Diego, CA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Test & Evaluation Engineering directorate.

Essential Functions

• 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, 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).

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by August 2027.
• Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM degree.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Basic Qualifications for an Engineer Aeronautical (T02)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be completing or has completed their Master's degree from an accredited institution or is completing their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience by August 2027.
• Be majoring in or having majored in Aerospace Engineering or similar STEM degree.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
• Previous internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).

Pay Range

• Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01): $76,200.00 - $114,400.00
• Engineer Aeronautical (T02): $91,800.00 - $137,600.00
• Primary Level Salary Range: $76,200.00 - $114,400.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the jo