We hope these FAQs cover your questions about Operation IMPACT. If you need more information, email us at : operationimpact@ngc.com.
What is Operation IMPACT all about?
Operation IMPACT (Injured Military Pursuing Career Transition) is a recruiting program within Northrop Grumman focusing on assisting severely wounded service members transition from their military career to a private-sector career. The program provides the wounded service members with one-on-one personalized assistance in identifying potential job opportunities as well as marketing their skills to hiring managers and recruiters.
In addition to providing support to the injured service member, if he or she is not able to work, we offer the same career support to a member of the individual’s immediate family who will act as the primary wage earner. (back to top)
Who is eligible for this program?
Personalized career transition support through Operation IMPACT is provided to the most severely wounded service members transitioning from military service to their next career opportunity. In order to receive career transition services through Operation IMPACT, candidate must meet all of the following criteria:
1. Be transitioning from military service;
2. Suffer from injuries or illnesses incurred while deployed in overseas contingency operations supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) since September 11, 2001; and
3. Receive, or expect to receive, a physical disability rating of 30% or greater in at least one of the specific categories listed below that substantially affect a major life function, or receive, or expect to receive, a combined rating equal to or greater than 50% for any other combat or combat related condition:
- Blindness/loss of vision
- Deafness/hearing loss
- Fatal/incurable disease
- Loss of limb
- Permanent disfigurement
- Post traumatic stress
- Severe burns
- Spinal cord injury/paralysis
- Traumatic brain injury
- Any other condition requiring extensive hospitalizations or multiple surgeries
Should a service member be unable to work due to the severity of his/her injuries, the same support will be extended to a member of his/her immediate family who may be seeking employment. Widows and widowers of service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) are also eligible for support under Operation IMPACT. If support is provided to a family member and the service member becomes able to work, support will then be extended to him/her.
If you or a family member meets the above criteria, contact us at operationimpact@ngc.com or 1-800-395-2361
for information on next steps. (back to top)
What security clearances do you require?
Many positions within Northrop Grumman require employees to have access to classified information. Security clearance requirements are usually stated in the basic qualifications section of the position description. Only candidates with the required clearance will be considered. The Defense Security Service has guidelines and requirements for a Personnel Security Clearance. (back to top)
How does Northrop Grumman address making reasonable accommodations for the disabilities that the Operation IMPACT hires may have?
We have a team of nurse case managers who will contact the Operation IMPACT candidates upon acceptance of an offer of employment at Northrop Grumman to assess of their needs. We have a strong partnership with the Department of Labors Job Accommodations Network and the Computers/Electronics Accommodations programs. Together, we'll identify and obtain appropriate resources for our employees with disabilities.Computers/Electronics Accommodations Program (CAPTEC). In collaboration with these organizations, we will identify and obtain appropriate productivity tools for our employees with disabilities. (back to top)
Does everyone employed through Operation IMPACT have a disability?
Not necessarily. To qualify for support under Operation IMPACT, the service member must meet the eligibility requirements identified above. However, if the disabled service member can't work, an immediate family member who will be serving as the primary wage earner would be eligible for support under the program. That individual may or may not be disabled. (back to top)
Where do you recruit candidates for Operation IMPACT?
We have built a strong relationship over the years with the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through our outreach efforts with Operation IMPACT. The program management team attends career fairs sponsored by the DoD and the VA that target wounded warriors, and also attend Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) events. We also receive referrals from the veterans hospitals, vocational and employment rehabilitation counselors, employees, and non-profit organizations. (back to top)