UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
What’s your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK, you’ll be part of a team driving innovation where it matters most — solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It’s what we call Defining Possible
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job; it’s a mission
We’re looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our UK Defence business — a sovereign UK software and systems centre of excellence supporting multi-domain command and control systems and the backbone of Royal Navy platforms.
In this role, you’ll design, develop and maintain PLC and HCI solutions for naval platform management systems, deployed across the UK submarine fleet. You’ll be integral to both product development and ongoing in‑service support, helping to ensure mission‑critical systems remain secure, reliable and operational throughout their lifecycle.
If you’re passionate about Siemens PLCs, SCADA systems, safety, and product security, and you want your work to have a real‑world impact, this is an exciting opportunity to grow, innovate and contribute to national defence.
What you’ll be doing
What we’re looking for
If you meet some, but not all of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply — we’re committed to developing talent.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national
You must be able to gain and maintain SC (Security Check) clearance.
Our recruitment team can answer questions and guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
What we offer
Why join Northrop Grumman UK?
A Mission to Believe In
Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, working on technology that protects those who protect us.
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Our culture celebrates diversity of thought, background and experience. Every voice is valued, and every contribution matters.
Your Career, Your Way
Shape your development journey with access to diverse roles, leadership support, mentoring and training to help you grow.
Ready to apply?
Yes — Submit your application online today.
Possibly — Want more information? Contact our team: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
No — Not the right role? Explore other opportunities. We’re growing across the UK.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe.
On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family.
Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference.
Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers.
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.
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