Working on Webb
What it was like to be part of the team that built the largest, most complex telescope in history.
Defining Possible on Webb
From making an impact on the universe to feeling like a member of the team in every role, Northrop Grumman employees have defined possible over and over again while building the Webb Telescope.
Cosmic Game Changer: Northrop Grumman and NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
This three part series chronicles the historic development, build, deployment and success of the James Webb Space Telescope, lead by Northrop Grumman.
"I couldn't be more excited to be a part of something this fundamental."
Even though it’s a big project with a lot of people, I feel like I know just about everyone, from the vice president to the new technicians.
And every single one of us has to do our part for it to really come together; everybody doing their best is the only way that it’s going to get done."
"Things we didn't know we had to invent had to be invented."
Incredible Technologies Made by NG Employees
Before we could begin to build the most complex telescope ever, we had to invent technologies that never existed before. For many employees, the opportunity to work on Webb was the opening for boundless opportunity. From a new element ton the Periodic Table to embracing digital transformation to creating zero gravity here on earth, Northrop Grumman employees created something that the entire universe can be proud of.
What If?
Webb will make observations once thought to be impossible. The groundbreaking mirror and powerful instruments will discover and study distant planetary systems. Webb will also look deep into the past, to a time when the earliest stars and galaxies were born.
By extending our knowledge of the cosmos, the Webb telescope will help us answer the compelling questions, “How did we get here?” “Are we alone?” and “What if?” Read more about the James Webb Space Telescope in Now - Powered by Northrop Grumman.