Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing advanced systems and solutions for national security. The company specializes in space systems, military aircraft, missile defense, and strategic deterrence, primarily serving the U.S. government and its allies. Its core value proposition lies in delivering breakthrough technologies in cyber, microelectronics, and autonomous systems to connect and protect global defense infrastructure.
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Based on Q1 2026 filing
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Aeronautics Systems
majorFocuses on the design, development, and integration of military aircraft systems, including strategic long-range strike and autonomous uncrewed aircraft. This segment manages high-altitude long-endurance intelligence systems and tactical fighter programs.
B-21 Raider, B-2 Spirit, E-130J Phoenix II, F-35 Lightning II (Fuselage), MQ-4C Triton, RQ-4 Global Hawk, E-2D Advanced Hawkeye
U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, International Governments
Defense Systems
majorProvides strategic deterrent systems, advanced tactical weapons, and missile defense solutions. This segment is a leader in integrated command and control systems and advanced propulsion for hypersonic and precision strike munitions.
Sentinel (GBSD), Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM), Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM), Precision Guidance Kit (PGK), Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS)
U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, International Military Forces
Mission Systems
majorDelivers advanced mission solutions including radar, electronic warfare, and cyber solutions. It provides the sensors and processing power required for modern battlefield situational awareness and secure communications.
SABR (Scalable Agile Beam Radar), G/ATOR, SEWIP Block III, LITENING Advanced Targeting Pod, BACN (Battlefield Airborne Communications Node), AN/APR-39 Radar Warning Receiver
U.S. Intelligence Community, U.S. Department of Defense, International Defense Agencies
Space Systems
majorProvides end-to-end space mission solutions including satellites, launch vehicles, and missile defense interceptors. This segment supports both national security and civil space exploration missions.
GEM 63/63XL Solid Rocket Boosters, Cygnus Spacecraft, Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR), Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO), Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI)
NASA, Space Development Agency (SDA), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Commercial Satellite Operators
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Competitive Position
A dominant prime contractor in the U.S. defense market with a significant portion of revenue derived from restricted/classified programs and long-term government contracts.
Geographies
United States, Japan, Australia, France, South Korea, Poland
Customer Segments
Federal Government, Intelligence Agencies, Military Organizations, Civil Space Agencies
Upstream Dependencies
Microelectronics suppliers, Raw material providers (specialized metals), Subcontractors, Energy and fuel providers
Downstream Customers
U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Intelligence Community, NASA, Allied Foreign Governments
Competitors & Partners
Competitors
L3Harris Technologies
LHX
Competitor in mission systems and communications
General Dynamics
GD
Competitor in mission systems and land/sea defense
Lockheed Martin
LMT
Primary competitor across all defense and space segments
Boeing
BA
Competitor in military aircraft and space systems
Raytheon Technologies
RTX
Competitor in missiles, sensors, and aerospace technology
Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
RKLB
Competitor in space systems and government aerospace contracts
Partners
Lockheed Martin
LMT
Prime contractor for F-35 program where Northrop is a major subcontractor
Boeing
BA
Collaborator on various defense platforms and launch vehicle systems
NASA
Commercial Resupply Services and Lunar Gateway partner
Subsidiaries
Orbital ATK
Acquired in 2018, now integrated into Space and Defense segments
Grumman Corporation
Historical acquisition forming the core of the current entity
Litton Industries
Historical acquisition for electronics and shipbuilding expertise
Northrop Grumman FAQ
Common questions about Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing advanced systems and solutions for national security. The company specializes in space systems, military aircraft, missile defense, and strategic deterrence, primarily serving the U.S. government and its allies. Its core value proposition lies in delivering breakthrough technologies in cyber, microelectronics, and autonomous systems to connect and protect global defense infrastructure.
Northrop Grumman (NOC) has a market capitalization of $78.3B and trades on NYSE.
Northrop Grumman generated $42.4B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $4.6B, representing a net margin of 10.8%, with free cash flow of $3.3B. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Northrop Grumman's key competitors include L3Harris Technologies, Inc., General Dynamics Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Northrop Grumman has approximately 101,000 employees.