Posted:
10/23/2025, 6:12:43 AM
Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ El Segundo, California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Principal Engineer NDT/ Sr. Principal Engineer NDT to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in El Segundo, CA where technology and teamwork come together. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Mission Assurance organization working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment.
Responsible for the inspection composite aerospace components, and other energetic and non-energetic articles. This position is responsible for developing and implementing unique nondestructive inspection techniques, methods, and procedures. Works with design, project and quality engineers through the development process to select and implement the best NDT method to ensure product quality at lowest cost.
Principal NDT Engineer
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field with 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing, quality, or engineering environment, 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD., 9 years’ experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
A minimum of one Level 3 certification in accordance with NAS 410, Radiography (RT), Ultrasonic (UT), or Eddy Current (ET). Records of certification and experience are required.
Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. Citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Sr. Principal NDT Engineer
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field with 8 years’ experience in a manufacturing, quality, or engineering environment, 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD., 13 years’ experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Holding for at least 2 years one Level 3 certification in accordance with NAS 410 in Radiography (RT), Ultrasonic (UT), or Eddy Current (ET). Records of certification and experience are required.
Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. Citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Preferred Qualifications:
Multiple Level II/III ASNT certifications
Phased -Array or MAUS experience
DoD Secret Clearance
Special Program Access
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software