Company: NOC
Filing Date: 2025-04-04
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001133421-25-000016
Chunk: 8

Company: NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP /DE/
Filing Date: 2025-04-04
Form: DEF 14A
Chunk 8
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 individual’s personal and professional background. The assessment focuses on achieving a diverse mix of skills and experiences necessary for effective governance and oversight by the Board as a whole, ultimately advancing the long-term interests of our shareholders. The Committee is dedicated to ensuring a talented and well-rounded board, comprised of members with the requisite skills, experience, and commitment to serve the Company and its shareholders. The Committee provides regular updates to the Board regarding the mix of skills and expertise needed in the future, taking into account the evolving needs of the Company and its businesses and upcoming retirements from the Board.

### THE COMMITTEE CONSIDERS A RANGE OF CRITERIA WHEN EVALUATING POTENTIAL CANDIDATES
| High personal and professional integrity                                 
 Relevant educational and professional background and experience          
 Diverse and complementary skills and experiences relevant to the Company |     | Ability to contribute towards the Company’s strategic goals and objectives                
 Willingness to apply for and ability to obtain and retain a top secret security clearance |     | Ability to represent the best interests of all shareholders                       
 Ability and willingness to devote appropriate time and attention to Board service |

We believe that the wide-ranging qualifications of our directors, including, but not limited to, those outlined below, enable our Board to effectively provide strategic oversight and guidance that promotes the best interests of our Company and shareholders.

#### 2025 Proxy Statement15

#### Proposal 1: Election of Directors
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