I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Northrop Grumman in Aug 2009
Interview
Great process overall. I was very impressed with the level of professionalism and respect they showed from the first communication. Interviewed initially through a recruiter, lasting about half an hour with a manager from their mission assurance department. I was called to fly on-site for second interview. Accomodations were outstanding and they paid close attention to detail when it came to giving their candidate the royal treatment. Had an idea they wanted me for the position after a full day of interviews. Definitely pays to have interests in common and present a likeable personality. I talked to several managers through the course of approximately 5 hours, including lunch. Great work environment, everyone I met seemed really friendly but most importantly they seemed genuine. I got a great first impression and I'm loving the job.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you deal with an experienced worker who was obstinate and presented an obstacle to progress?
It was two rounds after applying - approximately one hour for each. The first round was with an HR manager and the hiring manager. The second interview was with a Senior Director level person in charge of the overall team.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Northrop Grumman and why are you interested in this position?
Virtual initial interview panel via Teams followed by on-site in-person interview panel. Usually peers and an HR rep to ask "how do you handle difficult people, poor behavior etc." Round robin behaviorial based questions based on a script so each applicant answers the same questions.
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Question 1
Tell us about a time when you had to change strategy in an organization. What did you personally do to implement the change?
My interview was during the height of the COVID pandemic, so it was virtual. However, the same method is applied with in-person interviews. You are interviewed amongst a panel of employees consisting of HR, the hiring manager and one or two other members of the team.