2027 Associate Engineer / Engineer Aeronautical

About the Role

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical for its Aeronautics Systems Sector in Grand Sky, North Dakota. This role will focus on flight plan mission analysis for the RQ-4 Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform flight plan mission analysis for the RQ-4 UAV Program using 6DOF simulation and various route checking tools.
• Collaborate with mission planners to develop routing strategies.
• Provide multi-disciplinary knowledge to direct or mentor subordinate personnel on the Triton mission.
• Act as a technical spokesman for mission analysis with customers, including preparing and presenting technical briefings.
• Support proposal preparation efforts and new project activities, managing project technical aspects, cost, schedule, and reviews.
• Participate in the development and review of completed models, drawings, and repairs for accuracy, clarity, and completeness, ensuring conformity to standards, procedures, and specifications.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Clearance Required: Yes
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Qualifications

For Associate Engineer Aeronautical (Level 1)

• Completing or completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2026.
• Major in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access.

For Engineer Aeronautical (Level 2)

• Completing or completed Master’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2026.
• OR Completing Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience (or similar engineering experience) by December 2026.
• Major in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
• Previous internship/co-op or other work experience.
• Leadership & teamwork capabilities.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Active participation in professional/community/extracurricular activities.

Pay Range

• Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01): $65,800 - $98,800
• Engineer Aeronautical (T02): $79,300 - $118,900

Relocation assistance may be available.

U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.