2027 Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, CA0–2 yrs4h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- OperationsStakeholder management
- Work
- On-site in San Diego
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations30%Stakeholder management23%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 10, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Engineer Aeronautical / Engineer Aeronautical. This position will be located in one of the following locations: Palmdale, CA / Edwards AFB, CA / Mojave, CA / Redondo Beach, CA / El Segundo, CA / San Diego, CA. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Test & Evaluation Engineering directorate.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test aerospace systems and specialty test equipment, considering the most efficient use of natural laws affecting flight.
- Lead planning, coordination, and execution of test activities to ensure safe, efficient, effective operations.
- Analyze test data, resolve anomalies, and communicate results and status to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Clearance Required for Start: Yes
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Qualifications
For an Associate Engineer Aeronautical (T01)
- Completing or has completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2027.
- Major in or has majored in a STEM degree.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) and Program Special Access.
For an Engineer Aeronautical (T02)
- Completing or has completed a Master’s degree from an accredited institution OR is completing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and has 2 years of Aeronautical engineering experience by August 2027.
- Major in or has majored in Aerospace Engineering or a similar STEM degree.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) and 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, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).
Note: Relocation assistance may be available.