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Associate Systems Engineer - Pathways Program - Aurora CO

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In-Office
Aurora, CO, USA
76K-114K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Aurora, CO, USA
76K-114K Annually
Entry level
Participates in Northrop Grumman’s Pathways rotational program within the Software and Controls engineering division. The Associate Systems Engineer will complete three engineering rotations supporting space systems and related technologies. Candidates must be completing or have completed an accredited degree in electrical, computer, aerospace engineering, or computer science, be eligible for a U.S. government security clearance, and be U.S. citizens. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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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.

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.


Northrop Grumman is seeking Associate Systems Engineers. This position will be located at our Space Systems Sector in Aurora, CO. This position will be in the Pathways rotational program where there will be three rotation opportunities within engineering.


The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Software and Controls engineering division.


Basic Qualifications: 

A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

  • Be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
  • Be majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher

Salary Range:

Associate Systems Engineer: $76,200 - $114,400

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.

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