Northrop Grumman is a major U.S. aerospace and defense contractor specializing in advanced systems, autonomous systems, and defense electronics.
| Type | Prime |
|---|---|
| Ownership | Public |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Headquarters | 🇺🇸 Falls Church, United States |
| Region | NORTH AM |
| Listed | NOC · NYSE |
Northrop Grumman Corporation is one of the largest defense contractors in the United States, with significant operations in aerospace, defense systems, and technology services. The company manufactures military aircraft, missiles, radar systems, and unmanned systems, serving the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and international customers.
The company operates through multiple business segments including Aeronautics Systems, Missile Systems, Fire Control Systems, and Autonomous Systems. Northrop Grumman is known for programs including the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft, and various missile defense systems.
Northrop Grumman was formed in 1994 through the merger of Northrop Corporation and Grumman Corporation. Northrop Corporation traced its origins to 1939, while Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation was founded in 1930. The merged entity has since grown through numerous acquisitions including Litton Industries (2001), TRW (2002), and Orbital ATK (2018).