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Compliance and Ethics Investigator 2/3

Yesterday Dulles, VA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Corporation is seeking a Compliance and Ethics Investigator 2/3 supporting Enterprise-wide internal Ethics investigations. The position reports to the Law Department organization and is responsible for conducting investigations of suspected Ethics violations. The investigator is responsible for conducting extremely sensitive, complex and often time-critical investigations with minimal disruption to the business. This individual must work well under pressure, have excellent time management & organizational skills, have strong conflict management skills, exercise sound judgment, and clearly document and articulate investigative findings. The investigator will routinely interface with multiple functions including but not limited to Legal, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Business Management, Security and all levels of program management. The investigator will conduct the investigative process from cradle-to-grave, to include case creation & triaging, interviewing, data analysis, report writing, & case closure.

Performance standards that a candidate must have to be successful in this position include:
• Strong written communication, interpersonal relations and public speaking skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize and plan multiple concurrent tasks daily
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Strong analytical & investigatory skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to reach conclusions that impact Company financials

This position may be filled at a higher level based on the requirements below.
Basic Qualifications Level 2:
Bachelors Degree and 2 years of related investigation experience. 4 additional years of related experience can be substituted for the degree.

Basic Qualifications Level 3:
Bachelors Degree and 5 years of related investigation experience. 4 additional years of related experience can be substituted for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Ethics and/or Compliance.
Experience conducting investigations.
Experience with Quality Assurance.
Experience in the government/defense industry.
* Knowledge of FAR, DFAR and mandatory disclosure.
Primary Level Salary Range: $70,600.00 - $110,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $136,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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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Client-provided location(s): Dulles, VA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10220938-3
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-01-30T19:45:53

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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