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Northrop Grumman

Develops advanced defense systems, spacecraft, and missile technologies.

Overview

Northrop Grumman designs and manufactures missile systems, space platforms, and integrated defense technologies, delivering multi-domain capabilities across air, land, sea, cyber, and space through advanced engineering and large-scale system integration.

AI Outlook

Leading

Northrop Grumman leads in AI-enabled autonomous systems and applies ML across space, cyber, and defense missions.

  • B-21 Raider autonomous systems
  • AI-enhanced space situational awareness
  • ML-driven cyber defense
  • Autonomous satellite servicing (MEV)

Student Hiring

Northrop Grumman Internship Program Entry-Level Friendly Clearance Required
Application Tip: US citizenship required for most roles. Apply Aug-Nov.

Typical Roles

Systems Engineer InternSoftware EngineerAerospace Engineer InternCyber EngineerMission Assurance Intern

Notable Programs

  • B-21 Raider
  • James Webb Space Telescope
  • Cygnus Spacecraft
  • GBSD (Sentinel)
  • MEV Satellite Servicing

Career Connections

AeroEd career pathways relevant to Northrop Grumman.