2026 Associate Electronics Engineer/Electronics Engineer - Promontory UT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.

From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.

Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies?  If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!

Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Associate Electronics Engineers and Electronics Engineers. This position will be located at our Space sector in Promontory, UT.  

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Propulsion Engineering team.

Roles and Responsibilities

As an Electronics Engineer, you will:

• Assist in the design of flight instrumentation and instrumentation systems.
• Perform layout and design of harnesses and electrical interfacing elements.
• Assist in the design and analysis of electronic circuits and systems.
• Support the development and implementation of test plans and procedures for electronic components and assemblies.
• Conduct hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of electronic hardware.
• Document design specifications, test results, and engineering changes in a clear and organized manner.
• Participate in design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, and systems engineers.
• Learn and apply relevant industry standards, company policies, and best practices.
• Contribute to the integration and verification of electronic systems into larger propulsion and flight hardware platforms.
• Work with senior engineers to evaluate manufacturing and product defects against required performance and identify improvement actions.
• Work with and evaluate supply chain partners and evaluate electronic hardware for suitability in use on propulsion applications.

Basic Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Electronics Engineer:

• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Basic Qualifications for an Electronics Engineer:

• Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
• Internships or co-op experience in aerospace, defense or propulsion.
• Strong interest in electromagnetic environmental interference/compatibility (EMI/EMC) and in space radiation effects on electronics in flight environments.

Salary Range: 

Associate Electronics Engineer: $65,800 to $98,800

Electronics Engineer: $79,300 to $118,900 

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00Secondary 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.