Major U.S. defense contractor specializing in aerospace, defense systems, and advanced technologies including UAVs, missiles, and space systems.
| Ownership | Public |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1994 |
| Headquarters | 🇺🇸 Falls Church, United States |
| Region | NORTH AM |
| Listed | NOC · NYSE |
Northrop Grumman is one of the largest defense contractors in the United States, with significant operations in unmanned systems, cyber, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), and space technology. The company operates globally with major divisions including Aeronautics Systems, Missile Systems, Fire Control Systems, and Space Systems.
The company has a long history of government contracts and is a primary supplier to the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, and intelligence agencies. It is publicly traded and maintains substantial R&D capabilities.
Northrop Grumman was formed in 1994 through the merger of Northrop Corporation and Grumman Corporation. It has since grown through numerous acquisitions including Litton Industries, TRW, Orbital ATK, and others, becoming one of the 'Big Three' U.S. defense contractors alongside Lockheed Martin and Boeing.