Aeronautical Engineer
$62.3k - $114.4kNorthrop Grumman
Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer AeronauticalAt 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: San Diego, CA / Palmdale, CA / Edwards AFB, CA / Mojave, CA / Redondo Beach, CA / El Segundo, CA / Patuxent River, MD / Emerado, ND / Oklahoma City, OK.The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Test & Evaluation Engineering directorate.Essential Functions:The selected candidate will perform the following, including, but not limited to: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 January 2027.Be majoring in or having 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 within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).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 January 2027.Be majoring in or having 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 within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).Preferred QualificationsHave an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higherPrevious internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).Pay RangeAssociate Engineer Aeronautical (T01): $62,300.00 - $114,400.00Engineer Aeronautical (T02): $75,100.00 - $137,600.00The 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.
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