Big Data Engineer
Northrop Grumman · London, United Kingdom
About this role
Northrop Grumman is hiring a mid-level Data Engineer based in London, United Kingdom. The posting calls out experience with AWS, Elasticsearch, Airflow, Tableau.
- Role
- Data Engineer
- Function
- data engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
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Job description
from Northrop Grumman careersUK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Highest Level of Government Clearance
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
What’s Your Possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK, you are 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 underpins your development, your growth and the impact you can make across our community.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.
As a Big Data Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing and maintaining large‑scale data systems that support data science, machine learning and AI workloads. You will optimise data pipelines, ensure GDPR and privacy compliance, and work hands‑on with modern tools across hybrid cloud environments.
Working in our Cyber and Intelligence business, you will help deliver technology at scale for customers with complex and sensitive data requirements. Your work will directly support mission‑critical programmes and help protect national security.
What You Will Do