Program overview
How Northrop Grumman's supplier diversity program works.
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company with significant government contracts in space systems, autonomous systems, cyber, and mission systems. They maintain a robust supplier diversity program focused on developing and integrating diverse suppliers into their supply chain.
Key opportunities: Space systems, unmanned systems, cybersecurity, mission systems, and C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).
Read the step-by-step guide: How to become a Northrop Grumman diverse supplier.
Accepted certifications
Which certifications Northrop Grumman recognizes.
To register on Northrop Grumman's supplier portal as a diverse supplier, you need to hold at least one of the certifications below. Each link goes to the full guide for that certification: eligibility rules, application steps, and the issuing body.
8(a)
8(a) Business Development
DOBE
Disability-Owned Business Enterprise
HUBZone
HUBZone Business
LGBTBE
LGBT Business Enterprise
MBE
Minority Business Enterprise
SDVBE
Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise
SBE
Small Business Enterprise
VBE
Veteran Business Enterprise
WBE
Women Business Enterprise
Threshold requirements
Minimums Northrop Grumman sets for new suppliers.
- Years in business
- 2+ years required
Categories of spend
What Northrop Grumman sources from diverse suppliers.
Registration process
How to register as a Northrop Grumman supplier.
1. Register in the Northrop Grumman Supplier Portal
2. Upload diversity certifications
3. Complete capability profile
4. Monitor opportunities and respond to RFIs
Go deeper
The complete guide to becoming a Northrop Grumman supplier.
Learn how to register as a diverse supplier with Northrop Grumman. Covers portal registration, accepted certifications, sourcing categories, and realistic timelines.
Read the Northrop Grumman supplier guide →From the procurement team
What Northrop Grumman buyers look for.
Northrop Grumman focuses heavily on cybersecurity and autonomous systems. Suppliers with capabilities in these areas have strong opportunities. Security clearances are essential for many programs.
