Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Aerospace · Defense
Northrop Grumman has 12 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The company is hiring for roles across several stages of AI development, with a significant focus on serving infrastructure, agents, and post-training stages, each representing 33%, 25%, and 25% of the listings respectively. Engineering is the primary function for these roles, and all positions are located in the United States. Frequently mentioned technical tags include agent orchestration, evals, and model serving, suggesting an emphasis on operationalizing AI systems. In the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI roles.
Currently tracking 8 active AI roles, up 222% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $111k–$292k (avg $195k).
Northrop Grumman currently has 12 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer (2), AI Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level), AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level), Discrimination Algorithm Engineer (Level 3 or 4) Secret (Chandler), Engineer Electrical/Principal Electrical Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering.
Northrop Grumman's active AI hiring is concentrated in: serving infrastructure (33%), agents (25%), post-training (25%). 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 (12 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently reference: agent orchestration, evals, inference infra, model serving, agent research.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI-related roles.
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| Supply Chain Manager I Supply Chain Manager I role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing Materials Program Managers and overseeing supply chain execution for defense systems, including ammunition and ordnance. Requires experience in defense/aerospace, program management, negotiation, risk management, and compliance with FAR/DFAR. | — | 0 |
| Full Stack Software Developer (AHT) Full Stack Software Developer role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the full software product lifecycle within an Agile Scrum framework for mission planning systems. Responsibilities include design, development, testing, CI/CD pipeline maintenance, environment setup, installer creation, software support, and documentation for contract deliverables. Requires a STEM degree with experience, a Secret Clearance, and proficiency in C#, .NET, scripting languages (PowerShell, Python), and Git. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Systems Safety 1/2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to perform hazards analysis for processes and products involving energetic, combustible, and flammable ingredients. The role involves identifying risks, establishing safeguards, and defining actions to mitigate hazards, working closely with various engineering teams and operations. Responsibilities include preparing analyses for contract requirements, safety assessment reports, and supporting waivers and regulatory interpretations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. |
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| Supply Chain Technical Coordinator 3 Supply Chain Technical Coordinator responsible for supporting and assisting activities within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain process, primarily focusing on Supply Chain Manufacturing and Logistics. Responsibilities include managing materials, chemicals, inventory control, logistics documentation, and process evaluation. Requires experience in logistics support, shipping/receiving, manufacturing shop floor, warehousing, and inventory control, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to obtain a forklift certification. Active Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Software - Embedded and Real Time (Melbourne FL) Principal Software Engineer focused on designing, developing, and maintaining embedded mission systems applications for safety-critical, real-time environments within the defense sector. Requires experience with C, C++, Python, and various real-time operating systems, along with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Sr. Principal Product Trainer This role is for a Principal or Sr. Principal Product Trainer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on developing and delivering training programs for maintenance courseware and training devices. The position involves leading teams through the Instructional System Design (ISD) process, performing analyses like FEA and TSRA, developing curriculum, and creating training materials. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Airframe Structural Stress Analysis Engineer This role involves performing static, dynamic, and DaDT structural analyses of metallic and composite airframe structure, mechanical systems, and equipment using various software tools. The engineer will ensure designs meet program requirements for weight, cost, and quality, and may derive loads, perform optimization, and collaborate within a team environment. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM discipline with relevant experience in aerospace structural analysis is required, along with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Guidance Navigation and Controls Engineer Staff Guidance, Navigation & Controls (GNC) Engineer (Level 5) at Northrop Grumman, focusing on system-engineering activities for GNC capabilities within the Vehicle Management System for fixed-wing aircraft. Responsibilities include requirement decomposition, verification, validation, integration of autopilot/autothrottle, and leading subsystem level certification activities. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience, a Secret clearance, and demonstrated experience with aircraft dynamics, control systems, system engineering, and MATLAB/Simulink. | — | 0 |
| Airframe Structural Stress Analysis Engineer (2/3) Structural Analysis Engineer role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on performing static, dynamic, and DaDT structural analyses of airframe structures and mechanical systems using tools like FEMAP, NX, and Teamcenter. The role requires a STEM degree and 2-5 years of aerospace structural analysis experience, with a Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Cyber Systems Network Engineer / Principal Cyber Systems Network Engineer This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructures, identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN technologies and IP routing protocols. It requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with related professional/military experience and an active DoD Secret clearance. The position is focused on network engineering within the defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Model-Based Engineering (MBE) CAD/PLM Tools This role focuses on the development and maturation of engineering tools, specifically CAD/PLM (Computer-Aided Design/Product Lifecycle Management), to support Model-Based Engineering (MBE) initiatives. The engineer will work on maturing the digital thread between engineering and manufacturing, documenting use cases, validating tool functionality, and creating training materials. The position requires a STEM degree and significant experience in design, analysis, or engineering tools development, with a preference for aerospace and experience with specific CAD/PLM software. | — | 0 |
| Vehicle Management Systems Engineer (Level 2/3) Seeking a Vehicle Management Systems Engineer (Level 2/3) to design, develop, and verify flight-critical management systems for aircraft. Responsibilities include defining system constraints, interfaces, and architecture, creating specifications, modeling, testing, and leading anomaly resolution. Requires a STEM degree and experience in subsystem integration, data bus architecture, system integrity analysis, or VMS architecture development. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Manager, Programs Level 2 for Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems sector, supporting the Emerging Capabilities Development organization. The role focuses on leadership of Research and Development programs, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, and developing multi-function capabilities throughout the program life cycle. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or Master's with 6 years, demonstrated experience with RF Electronic Warfare systems, US Government proposal development, cross-functional teams, and leadership of tasks. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Support 4 This role involves compiling and managing records for materials received, shipped, and in stock, expediting material flow, identifying and correcting shortages, and coordinating HAZMAT shipping and receiving services. It requires experience with production, procurement, and engineering departments, and serves as a primary shipping coordinator with DCMA. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer (Level 1 OR 2) Electromechanical Engineer (Level 1 OR 2) at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO. Focuses on computer hardware design and integration, working with diverse electrical signals (power, RF, fiber optics). Involves hardware design, integration, functionality verification, system-level testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Sr Principal Software Systems Engineer – 15182* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Software Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program. The role involves software engineering, system design, requirements, testing, and integration of complex systems, with a focus on safety-critical functions and adherence to USAF Nuclear Surety and Cyber Certification standards. Experience with Agile, MBSE, and verification planning is required. | — | 0 |
| Full-stack Software Engineer Level 3 or 4 Full-stack Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Advanced Battle Management System. Requires Java development, containerized architecture experience (Docker, Kubernetes), and Agile methodologies. Active Top Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Subsystem Wiring Design Engineer - (Level 2/3) Electrical Subsystem Wiring Design Engineer for Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing aircraft EWIS schematics, selecting components, and ensuring EMI shielding and separation requirements. Requires a STEM degree, experience in aircraft subsystems design, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer Level 2/3 Systems Engineer for the Next Generation Launch Equipment (NGLE) program, responsible for requirements development, system-level performance assessments, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with agile principles. | — | 0 |
| Staff Systems Architect Staff Systems Architect at Northrop Grumman, focusing on developing and maturing forward-leaning solutions and products for Radio Frequency Electronic Warfare (RFEW) systems. The role involves translating customer needs into system requirements, performing functional analysis, trade studies, and requirements allocation for hardware and software specifications. Requires expertise in digital signal processing, RF system design, computational electromagnetics, and MATLAB implementation. The position requires a Secret security clearance and involves working on complex technical problems with a focus on delivering solutions within technical, schedule, and cost constraints. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst 2 or 3 (18572) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst to manage and control program costs and schedules, perform financial analysis, prepare budgets, and incorporate contract changes. The role requires experience with MS Office, ERP tools, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles for the principal level. A Secret Security Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Program Control Analyst (18593) This role is for a Program Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting Advanced Programs in the Strategic Deterrent Systems division. The primary responsibilities include setting up, monitoring, and controlling program costs and schedules, performing financial analysis, preparing budgets, and incorporating contract changes. The role requires a Secret clearance and experience with MS Office, ERP tools, and project management tools. Experience with EVMS is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Manager Business Management 2 Manager, Business Management 2 for Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Platform Systems Modernization (PSM) Operating Unit (OU). This role partners with Program Managers to manage all financial aspects, develop strategic and operating plans, and lead a business management team. Responsibilities include proposal development, program planning, financial control, forecasting, EACs/ETCs, financial reporting, and cash modeling. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business with 8+ years of experience (or Master's with 6 years), strong financial analysis skills, leadership experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Experience with SAP, MS Project, DOD financial models, and Earned Value Management is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Software Quality - 17881* Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer for the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program, focusing on ensuring process execution and efficiencies in the development, testing, and release of software deliverables for military weapon systems. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience in developing and implementing Software Quality Assurance plans and metrics. | — | 0 |
| (Skillbridge) – Electrical Engineer 1 This is an internship position for transitioning service members through the Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (SkillBridge). The role focuses on Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for launch vehicles, involving design, test, and sustainment of hardware. Responsibilities include applying electrical engineering standards, participating in design reviews, adapting heritage designs, and supporting team goals. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Contracts Administrator Senior Principal Contracts Administrator role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for defense contracts. Requires experience with government regulations like FAR and DFAR. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Technical Coordinator 2 OR 3 This role is a Supply Chain Technical Coordinator responsible for supporting various activities within the supply chain process, including loading, unloading, conveying, and packing materials. It involves working closely with the integration team and shop floor, delivering kits, and verifying quantities and part numbers. The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Level Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Cloud Architect (AHT) Sr. Principal Cloud Architect to design, execute, and integrate cloud-based platforms and data ecosystems, focusing on migration, consolidation, and security hardening within a DoD environment. Requires strong AWS, Kubernetes, and security skills, with a TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal DevOps Engineer (26-204) Sr Principal DevOps Engineer role supporting the C2BMC program on the Nutanix platform. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and managing hyperconverged cloud infrastructure, developing automated deployment scripts using Ansible or Terraform, collaborating on CI/CD pipelines, and designing automation solutions with Bash, Python, Ansible, and PowerShell. Requires a Top Secret clearance and IAT Level II or higher certification. | — | 0 |
| Contracts Administrator - Level 3 or 4 This role is for a Contracts Administrator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract close-out, administration, and customer contact activities. The position requires experience in contracts, proposals, or business management, and a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access. | — | 0 |
| Modeling & Simulation Engineer - Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program. This role involves contributing to modeling and simulation products for the design and development of GWS capabilities for the Missile Defense Agency. The position requires proficiency in C, C++, or JAVA, experience with software development principles, and debugging complex systems. A Secret security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer – Level 5 This role is for a Design Engineer specializing in internal insulation for rocket motors at Northrop Grumman. The engineer will be responsible for overseeing and performing peer reviews of insulation design and analysis, ensuring consistency across programs, owning design command media, establishing training aids, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting manufacturing and R&D projects. The position requires a strong technical background in insulation design, materials, testing, and fabrication, with expert knowledge of specific in-house software. | — | 0 |
| Environmental Engineer / Principal Environmental Engineer Environmental Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on ensuring environmental and regulatory compliance, administering policies, updating standards, and managing risk analyses related to EPA and state/local regulations. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, interacting with regulatory agencies, managing contractor work, performing internal audits, investigating incidents, and supporting sustainability initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Security Manager 2 (FSO) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Security Manager 2 (FSO) in Huntsville, AL, to manage compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), conduct self-inspections, handle personnel clearances (DISS), and oversee physical security for classified areas. The role involves acting as the primary liaison with DCSA, managing security education, and safeguarding classified information. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Security Manager - Level 1 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Manager - Level 1 to manage and oversee security for their Magna, UT facility. This role involves acting as the Facility Security Officer (FSO), developing and implementing security plans, ensuring compliance with government regulations (including NISPOM), managing classified materials, and conducting security training. A Top Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Process Engineer – Level 2/3 Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on developing and executing technical aspects of process development for energetic materials used in rocket motors and munitions. The role involves working with robotic technologies, providing support for aging and surveillance of rocket motors, and coordinating with multiple departments. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. Experience with energetic materials and technical communication is essential. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Operations Coordinator 3 This role is a Supply Chain Operations Coordinator responsible for managing a fleet of vehicles, including tracking maintenance, compliance, and ordering parts. It involves significant administrative and logistical tasks related to vehicle operations and regulatory requirements. | — | 0 |
| Materials Process Engineer Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Materials Process Engineer (Level 3 or 4) with expertise in metallographic sample preparation and analysis of ferrous alloys, including microscopy, SEM-EDS, and various testing methods. The role involves developing material properties, processing methods, and fabrication procedures, as well as conducting failure analyses and reviewing subcontractor procedures. Experience with non-metallic processes and DoD lifecycle management is a plus. The position requires a STEM degree, laboratory experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| LabVIEW Software Developer Level 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a LabVIEW Software Developer Level 3 with experience in LabVIEW, data acquisition, and signal processing to support the development of a modular test platform for rotational machinery. The role involves developing and maintaining LabVIEW software modules, implementing synchronized data acquisition systems, integrating NI hardware, and developing analysis tools using MATLAB and Python. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| E-6B Program Manager 2 Program Manager 2 for the E-6B Program at Northrop Grumman, responsible for overseeing maintenance and modification programs, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, cultivating customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and leading cross-functional teams. Requires a minimum of 12 years of experience in aviation manufacturing/product support/repair or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, and at least 5 years of PM/DPM experience with P&L responsibility. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Tech Coord 2 or 3 This role supports and assists activities within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain process, including loading, unloading, conveying materials, opening containers, counting and weighing materials, and packing kits. It requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Level Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - 16306 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program, focusing on systems engineering, integration, and test. The role involves defining requirements, managing interfaces, and ensuring design compatibility across weapon system segments. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with ICBMs and systems engineering processes. | — | 0 |
| Staff Systems Engineer - Talon Test Lead Staff Systems Engineer - Talon Test Lead at Northrop Grumman, focusing on program management, system engineering, integration, and test principles for defense systems. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree and an active Secret or higher clearance. | — | 0 |
| (Skillbridge) – Network Monitoring Technician 2 - 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Network Monitoring Technician (Level 2 or 3) for the Ground Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Systems Integration Test and Readiness (SITR) program. This role involves supporting 24x7 operations of the GMD Fire Control and Communications Network, monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, and configuring network devices. The position is on-site and requires a Secret clearance. This is an internship opportunity through the SkillBridge program for transitioning service members. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing role at Northrop Grumman focused on the Metal Parts group for Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA) co-production. Responsibilities include specifying, procuring, and installing metal parts equipment, developing production procedures, performing failure analysis, and interfacing with customers. Requires experience in manufacturing and production of mechanical components and systems, with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/ Sr Principal Engineer Digital Seeking a Digital Engineer or Principal Digital Engineer with hands-on experience in VHDL design, verification, simulation, and testing of FPGAs for multi-function software-defined radios in military applications. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Environmental Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Environmental Engineer to manage environmental compliance, sustainability metrics, and risks at their Plymouth, MN facility. Responsibilities include monitoring regulations, managing hazardous waste, preparing emissions reports, conducting inspections, and collaborating with regulators. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related science field and 5 years of experience, with a strong understanding of environmental laws like CAA, CWA, and RCRA. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Quality Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) The Principal/Quality Engineer at Northrop Grumman is responsible for developing, modifying, applying, and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems. This role involves collaborating with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards, devising inspection and testing procedures, performing statistical analysis, and auditing quality systems. The engineer will also investigate failures, develop corrective action plans, and work with technicians to identify root causes on flight hardware. Experience with specific software (TipQa, MES, CostPoint) and methodologies like Lean and Six-Sigma is mentioned, along with the requirement for a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Systems Engineer This role is for a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer on an Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) program, focusing on hardware design, prototyping, testing, and integration of software and scripting within a USMC context. The position requires a Secret clearance and involves supporting senior engineers in developing system architectures, designs, and ensuring adherence to military standards, with a focus on hardware and system integration. | — | 0 |
| Principal Subcontracts Administrator This role is for a Principal Subcontracts Administrator at Northrop Grumman, a defense company. The primary responsibilities include managing subcontracts from development to closeout, including strategic sourcing, proposal analysis, negotiation, and performance monitoring. The role requires experience with FAR/DFAR and potentially in regulated industries, with a focus on ensuring compliance and managing supplier relationships. It is not directly involved in AI/ML development. | — | 0 |