Northrop Grumman is a leading global defence company, serving US and international military, government and commercial customers. In 2003, the United States Government accounted for 86.7% of total revenue. The group’s seven business sectors include: Electronic Systems; Ship Systems; Information Technology; Mission Systems; Integrated Systems; Newport News; and Space Technology. The group employs more than 120,000 employees in operations across the United States and in 25 countries worldwide.