WHY THEY’RE ON THE LIST
Northrop Grumman moves up four spots on the list for its robust diversity and inclusion practices. The defense contractor has demonstrated its commitment to talent-development initiatives and also continues to employ noteworthy numbers of veterans.
KEY RESULTS
Blacks, Asians and Latinos in Senior Management: 31% higher than U.S. companies overall
Women in Senior Management: 62% higher than U.S. companies overall
DIVERSITY LEADERSHIP
Wes Bush
Chairman, CEO and President
“We know from experience that diversity makes Northrop Grumman a better company. We are strongly committed to ensuring that we have a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, as diversity and inclusion are key to our ability to sustain top performance for our shareholders, customers and employees.”
Sandra Evers-Manly
Vice President, Global Corporate Responsibility
“At Northrop Grumman, we strive every day to promote diversity and inclusionbecause we understand it is the diversity of our people thatmakes the difference in our ability to be innovative and achieve top performance, to meet the critical needs of our customers and to support the communities where we live and work.”
COMPANY FACTS
NOC (NYSE)
U.S. HEADQUARTERS:Falls Church, Va.
GLOBAL EMPLOYEES:65,007
Last Year’s DiversityInc Top 50 Ranking No. 34
DiversityInc Lists
No. 1 People with Disabilities
No. 2 Veterans
No. 6 Diversity Councils