Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Aerospace · Defense
Northrop Grumman currently has 15 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The company's hiring is concentrated in roles focused on agents and serving infrastructure, each representing 33% and 27% of the listings, respectively, with post-training roles also at 27%. Engineering is the primary function for these positions, with all roles located in the United States. Frequent technical tags include agent orchestration, evals, and model serving, suggesting a focus on the practical deployment and evaluation of AI systems. In the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 14 new AI roles, a significant increase from the previous 30-day period.
Currently tracking 12 active AI roles, with 2062 new openings in the last 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $83k–$292k (avg $184k).
Northrop Grumman currently has 14 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level), Algorithm Software Engineer - Level 4, Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer - Prognostics / PHM, Machine Perception (MP) Engineer – Level 3 or 4, Principal / Sr Principal AI Software Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering.
Northrop Grumman's active AI hiring is concentrated in: data (50%), post-training (29%), serving infrastructure (21%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Northrop Grumman is hiring AI talent in: United States (14 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently mention: C++, Software Engineering, Python, NumPy & Pandas, Machine Learning.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 21 new AI-related roles. That is a +62% change versus the prior 30 days (13 → 21).
| Title | Stage | AI score |
|---|---|---|
| Associate AI Software Engineer (Level 1) Associate AI Software Engineer (Level 1) at Northrop Grumman focused on Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Supervised Learning (SL) for space and aerospace programs. Responsibilities include novel algorithm R&D, prototyping in Python/JAX/PyTorch, porting to C++/CUDA, developing physics-based autonomy for mission planning, anomaly detection, and flight readiness testing. Requires an active Top Secret clearance and experience with ML/RL in a product line environment, coding from literature, and physics-based AI applications. | AgentData | 9 |
| AI Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4 AI Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on designing and implementing Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Supervised Learning (SL) algorithms for space and aerospace programs. The role involves R&D, prototyping, porting to embedded systems, developing physics-based autonomy for mission planning and decision-making, and building models for anomaly detection and response. It also includes leading verification and flight readiness campaigns and participating in the full software development lifecycle. |
| Post-trainAgent |
| 9 |
| AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level) AI Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on developing, training, and validating AI/ML models for operational analysis, data stream analysis, data compression, and decision support in multi-domain simulation environments. The role involves designing MLOps pipelines and leveraging HPC/GPU acceleration for large datasets. Requires experience with Python/MATLAB and AI/ML libraries, data science fundamentals, and a Secret clearance. | Post-trainData | 8 |
| Principal / Sr Principal AI Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an AI Software Engineer to develop, adapt, and maintain AI/ML-enabled software solutions for embedded electronic warfare and radar operational flight programs. The role involves the full AI/ML development lifecycle, including data preparation, model development, evaluation, MLOps, integration, validation, deployment, and monitoring, with an emphasis on real-time, safety-critical, or resource-constrained environments. Technical leadership in designing advanced algorithms and AI/ML architectures is expected, along with collaboration with stakeholders to translate mission needs into AI/ML capabilities. The position requires proficiency in C/C++ or Python and experience with ML libraries, and a DoD Secret security clearance. | ServePost-train | 8 |
| AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level) AI Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on developing, training, and validating AI/ML models for operational analysis, data stream analysis, data compression, and real-time decision support within multi-domain simulation environments. The role involves designing and implementing MLOps pipelines and leveraging HPC/GPU acceleration for large datasets. Requires experience with coding in Python/MATLAB with AI/ML libraries and data science fundamentals. | Post-trainData | 8 |
| AI Engineer Software (Level 2 or 3) AI Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman to build and fine-tune RAG pipelines, Agentic AI pipelines, and LLM solutions. The role involves rapid prototyping, model integration, performance monitoring, data preparation, and continuous improvement, working closely with product owners, data scientists, and senior engineers to ship reliable, scalable AI services. Requires proficiency in Python and familiarity with RAG/agentic AI concepts, cloud platforms, and MLOps. | AgentPost-train | 8 |
| Staff AI Software Engineer Staff AI Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on developing and deploying AI solutions for defense customers, including LLMs, agentic AI, and various machine learning algorithms. The role involves leading teams, prototyping advanced AI techniques, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into production systems. | AgentData | 8 |
| Algorithm Software Engineer - Level 4 Develops, tests, documents, and debugs software and complex mathematical algorithms for missile tracking applications, focusing on tracking and state estimation. Requires experience with C++, Python, and Linux, and a Secret security clearance. | Post-train | 7 |
| Principal Systems Algorithm Engineer Develops and evaluates novel EOIR sensor capabilities and algorithms, including sensor modeling, signal/image processing, and AI/ML algorithm development, for advanced EO/IR sensing in defense applications. Involves analyzing sensor data and generating synthetic data using physics-based models. | Data | 7 |
| Senior Principal Systems Algorithm Engineer Senior Principal Systems Algorithm Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) sensing. The role involves leading a team in sensor modeling, signal/image processing, and AI/ML algorithm development for emerging sensors and mission areas. Responsibilities include developing concepts for novel EO/IR sensors, creating cutting-edge algorithms, analyzing sensor data, and generating synthetic data using physics-based models. Requires experience with EOIR sensors, algorithm development, and team leadership, with a Secret clearance required. | DataPost-train | 7 |
| Software Engineer: Automation/AI - Level 2 or 3 (Chandler) Software Engineer role focused on developing, deploying, and automating AI/ML solutions, including LLMs and agentic frameworks, within a DevOps environment. Requires experience with CI/CD, containerization, cloud deployment, and integrating models with tools like LangChain. The role involves building and maintaining software solutions, automating workflows, and supporting infrastructure for AI applications. | AgentServe | 7 |
| Software Engineer Level 5 Software Engineer to support algorithm development, testing, and evaluation of a new physics-based machine learning initiative for RF systems calibration. Requires C/C++, Python, Shell scripting, and experience with Digital Signal Processing algorithms. | Data | 7 |
| Software Engineer Level 4 Software Engineer to support algorithm development, testing, and evaluation of a new physics-based machine learning initiative for calibrating radio frequency (RF) systems using physical knowledge and large data sets. Requires C/C++, Python, Shell scripting, and Digital Signal Processing algorithms. | Data | 7 |
| Machine Perception (MP) Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Machine Perception (MP) Engineer for Spacecraft Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) department. Designs, develops, integrates, and tests machine perception algorithms for real-time on-board processing on space vehicles and near-real-time processing within ground systems. Involves testing, validation, tuning, collaboration, data analysis, and preparing technical documentation. Experience with Computer Vision, AI, ML, and imaging sensors is required. Experience with spacecraft navigation, robotics, and embedded processing is preferred. | ServeData | 7 |
| Principal Systems Engineer Principal Systems Engineer to architect and deliver the Digital Engineering Ecosystem (DEE), an integrated IT backbone for connecting data, models, and engineering tools. The role involves leading AI/ML integration, including intelligent data pipelines, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics, within a government compliance framework. Responsibilities include systems engineering, MBSE, IT infrastructure architecture, and evaluating AI/ML tools. | AgentData | 7 |
| Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer - Prognostics / PHM Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer for Prognostics/PHM at Northrop Grumman. Focuses on developing and implementing algorithms for predicting system health and failures using flight/sensor data, physics of failure models, and anomaly detection. Involves data analysis, requirement decomposition, and integration of inputs from multiple systems. Requires a STEM degree, experience in HM/PHM/R&M, data analysis, and anomaly detection, with a Secret clearance. | DataPost-train | 7 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 3 – Global Algorithm Engineer (26-282) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer - Global Algorithm Engineer to design, integrate, and test algorithms for modeling, tracking, planning, and sense-making within the C2BMC program. This role involves developing and validating complex simulations, with a focus on areas like state estimation, nonlinear optimization, and machine learning. The position requires a strong background in mathematics and physics, proficiency in languages like Java, Python, and MATLAB, and a current Top Secret security clearance. | Post-train | 7 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer Develop and prototype signal and image processing algorithms, including AI/ML-based approaches, for applications like pattern recognition, target detection, and tracking. Collaborate with software engineers for implementation and testing. | Post-train | 7 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Data Scientist – Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics This role focuses on architecting and building custom, high-performance machine learning tools and data science solutions from the ground up, involving deep data modeling, pattern abstraction, and writing modular code. It emphasizes software engineering best practices within the data domain and tuning complex algorithms within on-premise infrastructure. The role requires a strong understanding of ML/DL, Python, SQL, and CI/CD. | Data | 7 |
| Staff Engineer Software Staff Engineer Software role at Northrop Grumman focusing on R&D for Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) advanced studies, utilizing cloud technologies, AI/ML, and optimization methods. The role involves leading software development and integration teams, gathering requirements, prototyping, and creating complex solutions. Requires strong software engineering skills, experience with Agile DevOps, various programming languages (Java, C++, Python), microservices, containerization, CI/CD, and database technologies. Experience with AI/ML algorithm development is preferred. Requires a Top Secret clearance. | Agent | 7 |
| Software Engineer 2/3 Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain cloud-based applications powering analytics and AI solutions, focusing on LLM-powered applications including prompt design, context engineering, RAG pipelines, tool calling, and agent evaluation. Responsibilities include full-stack development, back-end services, front-end interfaces, and cloud infrastructure integration. | Agent | 7 |
| Algorithm Software Engineer 5 Seeking a Senior Principal Algorithms Software Engineer with Linux and software development experience to design, develop, test, document, and debug software and complex mathematical algorithms for missile tracking applications. The role involves data analysis, algorithm development, and performance analysis of tracking and state estimation algorithms using C++ and Python in a defense context. | Post-train | 7 |
| Software Engineer: Automation/AI - Level 3 (Chandler) Software Engineer with expertise in C++ and Python, focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions, managing DevOps processes, automating workflows with CI/CD pipelines, and supporting containerized development environments and infrastructure. The role involves developing and deploying AI/ML solutions, integrating models into applications or agentic frameworks, understanding LLMs, hosting AI/ML models in cloud or on-premise environments, and utilizing vector databases and RAG techniques. | AgentServe | 7 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer Develop and prototype new signal and image processing algorithms, including AI/ML-based approaches, for applications like pattern recognition, target detection, and tracking. Collaborate with software engineers for implementation and refine algorithms using program databases. Requires a Secret clearance. | Post-train | 7 |
| Discrimination Algorithm Engineer (Level 3 or 4) Secret (Chandler) The Discrimination Algorithm Engineer will design, develop, verify, and test software and simulation toolchains for a 6-DOF missile flight code, focusing on EO/IR sensor-based remote-sensing, image processing, and real-time target discrimination. The role involves enhancing algorithms to differentiate hypersonic threats from decoys, thermal reflectors, and noise, enabling accurate trajectory prediction and successful interception. This requires expertise in physics-based modeling, signal-processing algorithms, and C++/MATLAB/Python tool development. Experience with classifying large datasets, feature extraction, and training AI/ML models is preferred. | Post-train | 7 |
| AI Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level) AI Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman responsible for incorporating AI into system of system architectures and ensuring the development of AI-enabled systems. The role involves developing integration and test procedures, creating and analyzing system models, and applying knowledge from various disciplines to architect and design systems. It specifically mentions testing multi-agent systems employing algorithms for detection, decision, pattern recognition, and prediction, and defining system requirements for a new class of systems. | Agent | 7 |
| AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level) AI Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on incorporating AI into system-of-system architectures and developing AI-enabled systems. The role involves developing integration and test procedures, verification and validation approaches, and system operations plans. It requires creating and analyzing system models, working with various AI development environments, and applying knowledge from diverse disciplines. A key aspect is using emerging V&V approaches for multi-agent systems and defining system requirements for new AI classes. | Agent | 7 |
| Sr Staff Data Architect-18692 Senior Staff Data Architect/Data Scientist role focused on designing and building scalable data platforms and pipelines for AI/ML initiatives within a defense program. The role involves translating data strategy into executable designs, ensuring data trustworthiness and usability, and championing advanced analytics methods while defining standards for model validation and delivery. | DataPost-train | 7 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer Develop and prototype signal and image processing algorithms, including AI/ML-based approaches, for pattern recognition, target detection, and tracking in a defense context. Collaborate with software engineers for implementation and testing. | Post-train | 7 |
| Machine Perception (MP) Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Machine Perception (MP) Engineer for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, focusing on designing, developing, integrating, and testing machine perception algorithms (CV, AI, ML) for real-time on-board processing on space vehicles and near-real-time processing on ground systems. The role involves rigorous testing, validation, tuning, collaboration with other engineering teams, analyzing mission data, and preparing technical documentation. Experience with imaging sensors and flight algorithms is required, with a preference for spacecraft navigation, robotics, and embedded processing. | ServeData | 7 |
| Sentinel Manager Data Analytics 2 - 19062 This is a dual-hat role for a Data Analytics Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on both functional management (20%) and technical responsibilities (80%). The technical aspects involve data visualization, data transformation, developing software for analytics tools that analyze statistical and machine learning models, designing AI algorithms for data analysis, and managing databases. The role also includes systems engineering, software development, and DevSecOps practices. A Secret clearance is required. | Data | 5 |
| Data Insight Analyst (Analyst or Principal Analyst Level) This role supports data analysis for sustainment systems engineering, focusing on maintaining and developing data analysis tools for data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities include data architecture, statistical insight, visualization, cross-functional collaboration, and staying abreast of data science methodologies like deep learning and reinforcement learning for defense contexts. The role also involves establishing data governance and quality standards. | — | 5 |
| Staff Software Engineer - Thread Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Software Engineer - Thread Lead to provide technical leadership for data-centric initiatives across a portfolio of programs in highly regulated, high clearance environments. The role involves leading the end-to-end lifecycle of data acquisition, harmonization, processing, storage, analysis, and dissemination, translating raw data into actionable information for mission-critical decision making. The ideal candidate will be a technology visionary and strategist with strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record of delivering results, with a focus on developing off-site storage and extensible data dissemination solutions. Experience with AI and emerging methodologies is preferred. | — | 5 |
| Program Director 1 - Autonomy (Research & Advanced Design) Program Director to lead a team of 50+ individuals in the Autonomy directorate within Research and Advanced Design. Responsibilities include overseeing contracts for Flight Autonomy, Mission Autonomy, and Science & Technology innovation, aligning solutions with Government Reference Architectures, managing Non-Contract Technical Activity, and representing the sector in pursuits requiring the latest in flight control technology, GN&C, VMS, and AI. The role involves developing and delivering briefings, collaborating with chief architects, and identifying operational and system capabilities for warfighting mission effects. Requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence across the chain of command and engage at senior government and corporate levels. | — | 5 |
| Modeling & Simulation Internship Internship role focused on research in Modeling & Simulation and Digital Twin techniques, with potential applications of AI/ML, within the aerospace and defense sector. The role involves surveying existing work, collecting specifications, developing Python automation scripts, documenting findings, and creating a "playbook" for future implementations. | Data | 5 |
| Manager Programs 3 This role is a Portfolio Manager for Autonomy Commercial Research and Development (CRAD) within Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector. The primary focus is on shaping, capturing, and executing applied research in automation, control, AI, and autonomy for airborne platforms. Responsibilities include program execution oversight, coordinating with business development, and defining strategies for growing the S&T CRAD portfolio in Autonomy. The role requires a strong background in project management, risk management, and change management, with technical experience in AI and Autonomy being preferred. | — | 5 |
| Program Director 1 - Autonomy (Research & Advanced Design) Program Director to lead a team of 50+ individuals in the Autonomy directorate, focusing on Flight Autonomy, Mission Autonomy, and Science & Technology innovation. Responsibilities include overseeing solutions aligned to Government Reference Architectures, managing NCTA, representing the sector in AI and autonomy pursuits, briefing stakeholders, collaborating with architects on enterprise approaches, and identifying future capabilities. Requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels. Experience in program management, P&L, and autonomy architectures is preferred. | — | 5 |
| Director 1-Global Supply Chain Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business Strategy and Execution Director level role focused on developing and executing AI strategy for a global supply chain organization. This is a business leadership role, not a hands-on technical development role, focused on identifying value, driving adoption, and managing AI initiatives to achieve measurable business outcomes. Responsibilities include strategy development, business transformation, data governance, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with regulations. | — | 5 |
| Senior Director of Sector Engineering Senior Director of Sector Engineering at Northrop Grumman, leading an integrated organization focused on engineering execution, strategy, data & analytics, and field engineering. The role involves setting vision and execution across the engineering ecosystem to drive speed, performance, affordability, commonality, and mission perspective, with a focus on digital transformation, talent development, and advancing AI-enabled engineering workflows. | Ship | 5 |
| Software/Principal Software Engineer Software/Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman in San Diego, CA, focusing on developing enterprise-level toolsets for engineering teams, exploiting operational data for maintenance, and potentially using AI/ML for predictive trend analysis. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with software development and databases. | Data | 5 |
| Manager of Strategic Innovation and Technology Partnerships 2 Manager role focused on identifying, vetting, and integrating external emerging technologies (including AI/ML) into defense mission systems by building partnerships with startups, venture capital, and accelerators. The role involves strategic alignment, portfolio management of pilot projects, and executive briefings. | — | 5 |
| Skillbridge Software Engineer TS SCI clearance Software Engineer role focused on developing and maintaining backend systems, distributed architectures, and machine learning infrastructure within secure environments for defense applications. The role involves working with Java, Spring Boot, React, and Kubernetes, with a focus on deploying containerized applications and supporting satellite operations. | Serve | 5 |
| Manager of Strategic Innovation and Technology Partnerships 2 Manager of Strategic Innovation and Technology Partnerships 2 at Northrop Grumman, focused on identifying, vetting, and integrating external emerging technologies (including AI/ML) into core mission systems. This role bridges external disruptors with internal R&D, managing partnerships and pilot projects to transition technologies to defense applications. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in technology scouting or strategic partnerships within Aerospace, Defense, or High-Tech sectors. | — | 5 |
| Principal Data Scientist This role focuses on supporting data analysis efforts within Sustainment Systems Engineering, involving the maintenance and development of data analysis tools, data ingestion, processing, storage, analysis, and visualization of large datasets. It also includes aspects of data architecture, statistical modeling, reporting, and staying updated on cutting-edge data science methodologies for defense contexts. A Secret clearance is required. | Data | 5 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer – Data Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer – Data Analyst to lead a team in developing and integrating enterprise-level toolsets for engineering teams. The role involves exploiting large operational datasets for subsystem maintenance and advanced payload technologies, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and working with stakeholders to build mission-critical systems. Experience with AI/ML techniques for predictive trend analysis, database management, containerization, and automation is required, along with an active Top Secret clearance. | Data | 5 |
| Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer – Data Analyst Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer focused on data analysis and toolset development for engineering teams within a defense context. The role involves exploiting large operational datasets, performing predictive trend analysis using AI/ML techniques, and maintaining enterprise-level tools and CI/CD pipelines. Requires a Top Secret clearance. | Data | 5 |
| Sr. Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst to provide counterintelligence and cyber threat protection for intellectual property, networks, and sensitive data. The role involves daily analysis of threat activity, trend assessment, monitoring CI portals, and liaising with peers to protect the Northrop Grumman Managed Network (NGMN). Responsibilities include analytical triage, log analysis, correlation of indicators, timeline generation, root cause analysis, and generating customized scripts for analysis. The candidate will also brief findings to senior management. | — | 5 |
| Software Segment Lead - Staff Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Segment Lead / Staff Software Engineer to provide technical leadership and architectural design for data solutions across a portfolio of programs. This role involves expertise in data acquisition, harmonization, processing, storage, analysis, and dissemination, with a focus on converting raw data into actionable information for mission-critical decision making. The position requires a strong understanding of data infrastructure, big data challenges, and emerging methodologies like AI, along with experience in technical project leadership and product ownership. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 5 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Software Senior Principal Software Engineer role focused on integrating, deploying, and maintaining systems including 5G, Azure/AWS cloud, and infrastructure for advanced research. The role involves full lifecycle software development, scripting, OOP languages, and specifically mentions integrating AI/ML models into microservices architectures. | — | 5 |
| Data Analytics Manager 2 This role is a Data Analytics Manager at Northrop Grumman, focusing on establishing a data-driven culture and promoting the application of data analytics and AI tools. The manager will lead the execution of data analytics and AI activities, identify business issues, drive adoption of data analysis methodologies, and manage data infrastructure, pipelines, and models. The role requires a strong technical background in SQL, Python, and Tableau, along with leadership experience and a Secret clearance. | — | 5 |