Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

At Northrop Grumman, the work we do every day helps shape the future of aerospace, national defense, and scientific discovery. Our teams develop the technologies that enable manned and unmanned aircraft systems, protect national security, and expand the boundaries of what’s possible.

Behind every breakthrough is exceptional talent.

We are seeking an Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner (TABP) who is ready to play a critical role in building the teams that power our mission. This role is designed for a strategic talent partner who thrives at the intersection of business partnership, talent strategy, and organizational impact.

The entry-level TABP will own full life cycle recruiting supporting our Aeronautics sector. You’ll partner directly with hiring managers to build pipelines and hire high-quality technical talent and play a key role in shaping how we grow our workforce.

This role will be co-located with one of our Aeronautics site locations. On‑site support will be required as business needs permit, and occasional travel as needed.

Why This Role Matters

The future of aeronautics innovation depends on the people we bring into our organization. As an Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you will play a direct role in shaping the teams that design, build, and deliver technologies that protect and advance our warfighter capabilities. You will be a part of a Talent Acquisition organization that values curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and impact—where recruiters are empowered to think strategically, act boldly, and continuously improve how we support the business. If you are passionate about people, we invite you to explore this opportunity and help us continue Defining Possible.

Key Responsibilities

As an Associate Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you will:

• Lead full lifecycle recruiting through offer (sourcing, screening, interview support, selection and offer process)

• Be a trusted advisor and primary recruiting point of contact for assigned business leaders providing guidance on candidate evaluation, interviewing, and hiring decisions

• Conduct detailed strategy sessions to align on role requirements and set expectations of hiring timelines

• Educate hiring managers on labor market conditions, talent availability, applicant motivations and competitive pay packages—setting expectations grounded in data

• Track and report on key recruiting metrics as needed by TA and business leadership

• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines through sourcing, networking and relationship development

• Assess candidates for technical capability, NG values, and mission alignment

• Ensuring data integrity is aligned with our processes and procedures

• Partner cross-functionally to deliver a seamless and engaging candidate experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Located near the following Aeronautics sector sites:  El Segundo, CA; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; Clearfield, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; or Melbourne, FL

• Minimum ability to travel up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications

We are especially interested in candidates who bring:

• A strong ability to influence using data and talent market insights

• Passion for talent acquisition and staying current on recruiting trends

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and matrixed teams

Primary Level Salary Range: $51,500.00 - $94,600.00

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.