Integration and Test Aeronautical Engineer (Level 2)

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 6/17/2026 9:36:58 AM

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Current Days Open
7
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$118,900.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$118,900.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
6.5
First Seen
6/11/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$118,900.00 (Yearly)
7/28/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$118,900.00 (Yearly)
7/28/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, youll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Job Summary Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for an Aeronautical Engineer (Level 2) to be part of our Integration and Test team in Launch Vehicles, at our Chandler, AZ facility. This position will be 100% on-site in Chandler. Job Responsibilities The candidate will serve as an Integration and Test Aeronautical Engineer for the Strike Program, requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Daily responsibilities may require direct contact with launch vehicle flight hardware and mechanical or electrical ground support equipment. Specific duties may include: Performing hands-on mechanical integration work Developing/maintaining procedures for the assembly and test of launch vehicle systems Developing concept of operations for assembly and testing of vehicles Incorporating hardware design changes Documenting & dispositioning hardware discrepancies, pursuing root cause & corrective actions Some planning and scheduling of day-to-day tasks Constant and timely communication with other team members Basic Qualifications Minimum Education / Experience: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2 Years of related experience -OR- Master's degree with 1 Year of related experience (excluding internships, research projects, etc.) Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Passport for travel Requires an active U.S. Government Secret (or higher) security clearance at time of application, current and within scope Ability to innovate and lead digital transformation efforts including leading-out at solving problems and driving all tasks to completion Ability to work in a team environment, and lead small projects or teams Ability to travel: Travel expectation 10-20% Unique Strengths: Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work at a fast pace, while multi-tasking, and still communicate effectively Preferred Qualifications Hands-on mechanical integration experience Experience with aerospace standards/guidelines Experience with MES, or other digital work instruction platform Experience working with operational hazards such as propulsive devices, pressurized systems, overhead lifting, and high voltage systems Experience performing formal requirements decomposition and/or verification Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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