Salary
$83k – $125k per year
Location
In office (Aurora)
Seniority
Junior · 2+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.
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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for a Hardware Engineer to augment our team. This position is based in Aurora, CO
- Collaborate on the design and integration of hardware systems ensuring adherence to changing requirements and specifications.
- Finalize/update drawings, support equipment moves, rack and stack of equipment and integration of computer equipment into a shelter for deployment.
- Experience/interest in power/cooling or site construction and traveling to support installation and configuration events would be a plus.
- Participate in system-level testing and verification processes, ensuring hardware meets all specified requirements and standards.
- Conduct troubleshooting and modifications on existing hardware designs to enhance performance and reliability.
- Utilize clear technical writing to document design alterations, prepare status reports, and develop design specifications and validation plans.
- Maintain a proactive attitude in meetings with cross-functional teams, demonstrating initiative and professionalism while engaging with colleagues and stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM field. 4 additional years of experience required in lieu of a degree.
- Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.
- Hands-on experience with hardware, design, and integration processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of requirement changes on hardware design.
- Familiarity with antenna, power, RF, and fiber electrical signal principles and applications.
- The ability to lift 50 pounds and work from elevated positions at heights above 8 feet.
- Ability to work in the field under austere weather conditions
- Requires occasional travel CONUS and OCONUS to support field activities and hardware deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a STEM field
- Knowledge of electronic components and their applications in communication systems.
- Experience with hardware design, integration, and developing/executing test processes.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced engineering environment with a focus on field support operations.
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