Experienced Professionals: Life at Northrop Grumman

Hear from our experienced professional employees and gain insights into our culture.
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We're defining the future of science, technology and engineering at Northrop Grumman. Together our trail-blazing teams work to develop the latest technology and solve the world's toughest challenges. We invite you to read these stories about some of our experienced professional employees and take advantage of gaining insights into our culture.

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The Mountain

The Mountain

Swimming with the Sharks

Swimming with the Sharks

Champions Among Us

Champions Among Us

Unfinished Business

Unfinished Business

Turning the Page

Turning the Page

Meet Engineering & Sciences Operations Manager Mitch

Meet Engineering & Sciences Operations Manager Mitch

Meet Rich, an Aeronautics Systems Program Director

Meet Rich, an Aeronautics Systems Program Director

Inspiring the Next Generation: Meet Tim

Inspiring the Next Generation: Meet Tim

Building a Legacy: A Lifelong Mission of Service

Building a Legacy: A Lifelong Mission of Service

Christy and the Big Picture in Digital Transformation

Christy and the Big Picture in Digital Transformation

<strong>From Football Dreams to Higher Callings</strong>

From Football Dreams to Higher Callings

<strong>Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Rafael</strong>

Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Rafael

Engineering Maker Spaces Respond to COVID-19

Engineering Maker Spaces Respond to COVID-19

<strong>First Female Aviator Assigned to her Navy Squadron Now Leads at Northrop Grumman</strong>

First Female Aviator Assigned to her Navy Squadron Now Leads at Northrop Grumman

<strong>From Air Force to Northrop Grumman Program Manager</strong>

From Air Force to Northrop Grumman Program Manager

<strong>Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Stephanie</strong>

Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Stephanie

<strong>Ensuring Quality Over Quantity</strong>

Ensuring Quality Over Quantity

<strong>Engineer and Artist Inspiring Young Scientists</strong>

Engineer and Artist Inspiring Young Scientists

<strong>38 Years of Perfecting Inspiration</strong>

38 Years of Perfecting Inspiration

<strong>Four Generations of Company Pride</strong>

Four Generations of Company Pride

<strong>Cygnus Mission Control from Home</strong>

Cygnus Mission Control from Home

<strong>50 Years at the Rocket Ranch</strong>

50 Years at the Rocket Ranch

<strong>Supporting Those on the Front Line</strong>

Supporting Those on the Front Line

<strong>Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Scott</strong>

Veteran Spotlight: Meet U.S. Navy Veteran Scott

<strong>Transitioning from the Military to Northrop Grumman</strong>

Transitioning from the Military to Northrop Grumman

<strong>From Biosensors to Semiconductor Processing</strong>

From Biosensors to Semiconductor Processing

<strong>Finding Work-Life Balance</strong>

Finding Work-Life Balance

<strong>A Team Journey: DoD Skillbridge</strong>

A Team Journey: DoD Skillbridge

<strong><strong>Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Ra</strong></strong>b

Veteran Spotlight: Meet Marine Corps Veteran Rab

<strong><strong>Leading a Health Care Team in Times of Crisis and Beyond</strong></strong>

Leading a Health Care Team in Times of Crisis and Beyond

<strong><strong>Sewing with Purpose</strong></strong>

Sewing with Purpose

<strong><strong>Supporting the CDC in the Global Pandemic</strong></strong>

Supporting the CDC in the Global Pandemic

<strong><strong>Volunteering in Vietnam</strong></strong>

Volunteering in Vietnam

From Shuttle Watcher to Acclaimed Engineer

From Shuttle Watcher to Acclaimed Engineer

<strong><strong>Engineer Summits Mt. Everest</strong></strong>

Engineer Summits Mt. Everest

Growing Business with Technology

Growing Business with Technology

<strong><strong>Welcome Home: Engineer Returns to Northrop Grumman</strong></strong>

Welcome Home: Engineer Returns to Northrop Grumman

Making a Difference as a Mentor

Making a Difference as a Mentor

Progress Faster Than the Speed of Sound

Progress Faster Than the Speed of Sound

Mixing Electricity and Water Sparks a Revolutionary Idea

Mixing Electricity and Water Sparks a Revolutionary Idea

Veteran <strong><strong>Helps Save Soldiers’ Lives</strong></strong>

Veteran Helps Save Soldiers’ Lives

A Forward-Thinking Approach in Cybersecurity

A Forward-Thinking Approach in Cybersecurity

Solving Aerospace Engineering Problems in a Pinch

Solving Aerospace Engineering Problems in a Pinch

Mentorships Are Joint (STARS) Ventures

Mentorships Are Joint (STARS) Ventures

A Commitment to Family, Education and Career Development

A Commitment to Family, Education and Career Development

From Intern to NASA Spacewalker

From Intern to NASA Spacewalker

The Importance of Safety in the Workplace

The Importance of Safety in the Workplace

Solutions From Strength of Our Differences

Solutions From Strength of Our Differences

Helping Underserved Students in STEM

Helping Underserved Students in STEM

High Fives for Quality and Community

High Fives for Quality and Community

44 Years at Northrop Grumman

44 Years at Northrop Grumman

Supporting Neurodiversity and Inclusivity

Supporting Neurodiversity and Inclusivity

Deep Learning Technologies

Deep Learning Technologies

Fiber + 3D Printing = Patented Success

Fiber + 3D Printing = Patented Success

Machinists Forge a Brave New World in 3D

Machinists Forge a Brave New World in 3D

Surfing Helps Maintain Quality on the Job

Surfing Helps Maintain Quality on the Job

Manager Earns AFCEA Award

Manager Earns AFCEA Award

Ski Slopes to Data Slopes

Ski Slopes to Data Slopes

Kelli Esparham is a Data Science Manager with friends in high places, literally. 
30 Under 30 Rising Star

30 Under 30 Rising Star

Measuring Elementary Particles

Measuring Elementary Particles

From the Navy to Northrop Grumman

From the Navy to Northrop Grumman

Fostering Innovative Ideas

Fostering Innovative Ideas

Veterans Are Integral to Success

Veterans Are Integral to Success

Abraham’s Story: The Lost Boys of Sudan

Abraham’s Story: The Lost Boys of Sudan

The Transition From Army Analyst  to Business Development Manager

The Transition From Army Analyst to Business Development Manager

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