Science and Exploration

Solving the mysteries of the universe.

Pushing the Boundaries of Scientific Discovery

Our depth and breadth of mission experience in developing leading-edge space technologies allows us to play vital roles in the quest to answer compelling questions about the origins of our universe, to explore beyond our own planet, and pioneer new technologies.

Our team is passionate about space exploration, science and technology. We have been part of space exploration from the very beginning and we continue to lean forward in defining infinite possibilities for our customers to solve their toughest problems as we build the future of space.

Science and Exploration Programs

Enabling Exploration

ECLIPSE™

ECLIPSE™

SLS Five Segment Booster (FSB-1)

SLS Five Segment Booster (FSB-1)

GEM 63XL

GEM 63XL
Science and Research

James Webb Space Telescope

James Webb Space Telescope

Chandra X-ray Observatory

Chandra X-ray Observatory

Dawn Spacecraft

Dawn Spacecraft

Landsat 9

Landsat 9

Advanced Technology Microwave Sounder

Advanced Technology Microwave Sounder

Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS)

Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS)

Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite

Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite

Clouds and the Earth's Radiant Energy System (CERES)

Clouds and the Earth's Radiant Energy System (CERES)

Human Exploration

Artemis

Artemis

Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO)

Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO)

Science and Exploration Stories

Read more about Northrop Grumman's Innovation in Space.

Northrop Grumman Gifts James Webb Space Telescope Full-Scale Model to the Space Foundation

Northrop Grumman Gifts James Webb Space Telescope Full-Scale Model to the Space Foundation

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Autonomous Rendezvous and Docking Technology with Starlab Commercial Space Station

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Autonomous Rendezvous and Docking Technology with Starlab Commercial Space Station

Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL Launches to International Space Station on NG-23 Cargo Resupply Mission

Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL Launches to International Space Station on NG-23 Cargo Resupply Mission

Northrop Grumman Begins Integration and Testing of NASA’s Habitation and Logistics Outpost

Northrop Grumman Begins Integration and Testing of NASA’s Habitation and Logistics Outpost

The Women of Artemis

The Women of Artemis

Careers in Space

Female engineer in clean suit working on spacecraft

Space Careers in Greater Phoenix, AZ

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Space Careers in Greater Los Angeles, CA

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Space Careers in Colorado

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Space Careers in Greater Baltimore, MD

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Space Careers in Northern Virginia

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Space Careers in Utah

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