Currently tracking 11 active AI roles, down 13% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $83k–$292k (avg $184k).
Northrop Grumman has 14 active AI-related job listings. The majority of these roles, 50%, are focused on data. Engineering is the dominant function across all listings, and all positions are located in the United States. The company is frequently seeking candidates with experience in model serving, fine-tuning, and inference infrastructure. Over the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 21 new AI roles, representing a 62% increase compared to the previous 30-day period.
Northrop Grumman currently has 13 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 (46%), post-training (31%), serving infrastructure (23%). 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 (13 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently mention: Software Engineering, NumPy & Pandas, C++, Testing Practices, Statistics.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 21 new AI-related roles. That is a +75% change versus the prior 30 days (12 → 21).
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| Staff Design Nozzle - 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Design Nozzle Engineer (Level 5) to oversee component selection, design, and material usage for solid rocket motor nozzles. This role involves supporting design trade studies, material characterization, obsolescence issues, and production support, acting as the technical owner for general component design and materials. Responsibilities include coordinating material testing, reviewing designs, mentoring engineers, and providing technical support for production issues. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Analyst - Pricing This role is a Business Management Analyst focused on pricing for proposals within the Marine Logistic Support product line. Responsibilities include preparing pricing backup, researching historical data, developing cost models, reviewing estimates, and ensuring compliance with FAR part 15. The role involves working with various internal teams and supporting fact-finding and negotiation meetings. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or a Master's with 1 year, and experience with MS Office Suite. | — |
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| Principal or Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation System (FCAS) Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation System (FCAS) Engineer to support the design and analysis of FCAS for various programs. The role involves integrating avionics hardware, supporting proposal development, technical planning, verification, cost/risk analysis, trade studies, and managing external suppliers. The engineer will work on complex technical problems, develop innovative solutions, and guide development into a final product. Experience with MATLAB, subsystem integration, and requirements management is required. A Secret clearance is necessary. | — | 0 |
| Engineer/Principal Engineer Electronics – Hardware Communications (California) This role involves the engineering, build, integration, test, and maintenance of communications hardware, including design of rack-based systems, electrical analysis, drawing development, Bill of Materials, and system verification. It requires a STEM degree, experience with engineering standards, and an active Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Engineer or Principal Level) Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on software development using C#/.NET, WPF, and Blazor. The role involves full lifecycle design, implementation, testing, profiling, and tuning of high-performance code, adhering to secure coding practices and defense compliance standards. Requires experience with agile methodologies, version control, CI/CD pipelines, and expert use of Visual Studio. A Top Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on synthesizing software requirements into verification requirements, developing test plans and procedures, and executing software qualification and acceptance testing. Requires experience in software development languages and tools, with a strong emphasis on testing and collaboration within Agile/Scrum teams. A Top Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - 3/4 Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, and risk analyses for total systems throughout their lifecycle. Requires active SCI clearance and experience with requirements development, Agile, and specific tools like Jira, Confluence, Cameo, and DOORS. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 2/3 Engineering Technician role at Northrop Grumman focused on instrumentation, assembly, disassembly, and testing of articles for development and production rate programs in the aerospace and defense industry. Requires review and implementation of test plans, drawings, and specifications, with a focus on mechanical and electrical systems, hazardous chemicals, and standard computer skills. The role involves working with hydraulics, pneumatics, specialized equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Senior Principal Engineer Software Software Engineer role focused on the full software development lifecycle, including specification, design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance. The role involves synthesizing requirements into verification requirements, developing test plans and procedures, executing tests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Experience with Agile methodologies, Git, and various programming languages is required. Security clearance is necessary. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Signature Management & Survivability Engineer/Signature Management & Survivability Engineer - Redondo Beach CA Northrop Grumman is seeking Signature Management and Survivability Engineers to develop and integrate advanced technology to reduce aircraft detectability in the electromagnetic spectrum. Responsibilities include developing predictive analysis codes, building and testing physical models, designing test equipment, and integrating specialty materials. The role requires a STEM degree (Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, Physics, Acoustics) and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Systems Engineer Staff Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on requirements and verification for complex systems, involving planning, execution, data collection, and reporting. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, SMEs, and test engineers to ensure products meet technical specifications and customer requirements. Responsibilities include authoring verification plans and reports, managing customer approvals, and supporting system definition and integration. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - 5 Systems Engineer Level 5 at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO. Requires an active SCI security clearance and a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years of experience. Responsibilities include technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk analysis, and ensuring the conversion of customer requirements into total system solutions. Experience with Agile methodologies, Atlassian tools, Cameo, and DOORS is required. Familiarity with MBSE, STK, Python, MATLAB, and Automated Testing is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Architect 5 (AHT) Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Architect 5 to join their missile systems development team. The role involves defining and architecting secure missile weapon systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the development of real-time, mission-critical software for advanced missile platforms. Requires a strong background in embedded software, RTOS, C/C++ programming, and an active DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Cyber Information Assurance Analyst This role focuses on cybersecurity and information assurance within a defense contractor, involving system assessments, risk management, and compliance with government policies like NISPOM and ICD 503. It requires experience with security tools, vulnerability assessments, and maintaining security documentation for classified systems. | — | 0 |
| Computer Operations Analyst – Global COSA (26-250) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Computer Operations Analyst to support missile defense systems at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. The role involves daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of C2BMC-G systems in a 24x7 environment, directly supporting Space Domain Awareness and Space Defense efforts. Responsibilities include documenting and reporting events/issues, receiving tasking from leadership, assisting with user account maintenance, and operating/sustaining mission and training systems. A Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience, is required, along with a current DoD 8140 certification (IAT Level II or higher) and a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| 2027 Associate Software Quality Engineer/Software Quality Engineer - Melbourne FL Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Quality Engineers to develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for software, test lab, and firmware products. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineering, verifying and validating products, designing inspection processes, reviewing software designs, auditing quality systems, participating in root cause analysis, and ensuring documentation compliance. The role may involve specialization in design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, reliability, or R&D. Experience with AS9100 QMS, software/systems requirements testing, and Agile development are preferred. A U.S. Government Secret security clearance and Special Access Program clearance are required to start. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer – SW Systems Engineer (26-298) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Engineer – SW Systems Engineer to support the C2BMC program, focusing on system design, technical decision-making, and software integration within an Agile Scrum Team. This role is critical for national security and defense capabilities, involving leadership in system-level design, technical analysis, and translating requirements into software designs. The position requires an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Test Engineering Manager 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Test Engineering Manager 2 to lead a team of 15-20 engineers and technicians responsible for space hardware testing. The role involves both functional management (staffing, performance reviews) and program-level support, ensuring test execution aligns with cost and schedule goals, and providing technical oversight for test deliverables. The candidate will serve as a liaison between test engineering and other engineering groups, and will be responsible for defining staffing strategies, setting performance goals, and improving test engineering processes. Experience with space hardware testing in the aerospace and defense industry, and leadership experience are required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer – Algorithm SW Engineer (26-300) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Engineer – Algorithm SW Engineer to support the C2BMC program. This role involves designing and developing Java-based mathematical algorithms, implementing software changes, supporting reviews and testing, and participating in Agile planning. The position requires a Secret security clearance and experience with full life-cycle development, Java, Unix/Linux, mathematical algorithms, Agile, MATLAB, DevSecOps, and systems integration. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Principal/Sr. Principal) to design, develop, operate, and maintain software and firmware components for defense systems. The role involves full software development lifecycle experience, including requirements, design, coding, testing, and integration, using C++, Python, and working with operating systems like Linux or VxWorks within Agile and DevSecOps frameworks. A security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant 4 at Northrop Grumman supporting the Senior Director of Global Supply Chain and team. Responsibilities include calendar management, travel arrangements, expense reporting, meeting coordination, document production, and serving as an administrative liaison. Requires experience with Microsoft Office Suite and strong organizational skills. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer - #18960 This role is for a Sr Principal Cyber Software Engineer on the Sentinel program, focusing on developing software for the Command & Launch (C&L) system. The engineer will work within a DevOps and Agile environment, optimizing systems for security, automation, performance, and availability, while adhering to design, configuration, and architecture standards. The position requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and the ability to obtain security clearances. | — | 0 |
| Manager Tool Engineering 2 Manager Tool Engineering 2 role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing tooling, manufacturing, and production environments. Responsibilities include direct supervision, team leadership, proposal estimating, cost management, risk mitigation, and supplier coordination. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience or a Master's with 3 years, plus 2 years of leadership experience and a Secret clearance. Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and financial portfolio management is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - 3/4 Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, and risk analyses for total systems throughout their lifecycle. Requires active SCI clearance and experience with requirements development, Agile, and specific tools like Jira, Confluence, Cameo, and DOORS. | — | 0 |
| Principal FPGA/Sr. Principal FPGA Design Engineer Principal/Sr. Principal FPGA Design Engineer role involves full life-cycle product development from system concept and requirements through design, implementation, test verification, production, field support while working in integrated product teams. Digital subsystem and circuit card designs utilize the latest FPGA technologies from all major vendors and device families including Xilinx, Altera, and Actel, and support high speed interfaces, Radio Frequency (RF) and Electro-Optical (EO) DSP, controls, data links, embedded processing and interfaces. The role involves research, design, and development of digital hardware products, with expertise in digital component design and analysis, modeling and simulation, circuit level design and test, and project leadership. Experience with radar, communications equipment, computers, and control/test equipment is relevant. Requires a Secret clearance with additional SAP access. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - 5 Systems Engineer Level 5 at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO. Requires an active SCI security clearance and a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years of experience. Responsibilities include technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk analysis, and ensuring the conversion of customer requirements into total system solutions. Experience with Agile methodologies, Atlassian tools, Cameo, and DOORS is required. Familiarity with MBSE, STK, Python, MATLAB, and Automated Testing is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Inspector 2 / 3 This role involves inspecting materials and products for quality and compliance with standards, using various measuring devices and following predetermined specifications. Responsibilities include generating inspection reports, coordinating with customers and regulatory bodies, verifying equipment calibration, and supporting continuous improvement activities. The role requires experience with technical drawings, manufacturing instructions, quality systems, and potentially specific certifications like AS9102. | — | 0 |
| Principal Digital/Sr. Principal Digital Design Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Digital Design Engineer to research, design, and develop digital hardware products. This role involves full life-cycle product development from concept to field support, focusing on digital subsystem and circuit card designs utilizing FPGA technologies. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering with significant digital electronics design experience, including simulation, schematic capture, prototyping, and debugging. Experience with FPGAs, embedded processors, and high-speed interfaces is essential. The role also involves translating system specifications into hardware requirements and leading small teams. A security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Systems Architect Engineer - Level 4 Systems Architect Engineer (Level 4) at Northrop Grumman in Huntsville, AL. This role focuses on developing and reviewing interface documents, system requirements, VCRM, architectural documentation, and engineering estimates. It involves mentoring junior engineers, supporting Agile development, working on large multi-site software development efforts, conducting trade studies, and documenting architecture using MBSE tools. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer This role focuses on designing and testing custom algorithm solutions, and developing and validating complex models and simulations for defense systems, particularly in Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) and Radio Frequency Electronic Warfare (RFEW) systems. It requires a systems engineering approach to understand physics and create algorithms and performance models, with proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Design Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Design Engineer to coordinate across disciplines, define and capture system requirements and design. This role involves decomposing requirements, supporting trade studies, guiding design decisions, and utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools like DOORS and Cameo. Experience with EOIR and RFEW systems is relevant. The role requires a US Citizen with an active Secret clearance, with potential for SAP access. AI/ML experience is listed as a preferred qualification in specific RF applications. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Design Engineering Manager 2 (AHT) Electrical Design Engineering Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, leading a multidisciplinary team in the design, development, verification, and integration of complex electrical subsystems for missile systems. Responsibilities include team leadership, resource allocation, budget management, technical contributions, and proposal support, ensuring adherence to performance, reliability, and security standards. | — | 0 |
| Staff Software Engineer Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on synthesizing software requirements into verification requirements, test objectives, success criteria, and resources for software and system level tests. The role involves supporting the development of test plans, procedures, readiness reviews, and executing qualification and acceptance testing. Collaboration with systems engineers, software developers, and stakeholders is key, as is reviewing test plans and reports, and participating in technical exchanges with customers. The position requires experience with the software lifecycle, leading engineering teams, Agile methodologies, and common development languages and tools. | — | 0 |
| Procurement Manager 2 - 18956 Procurement Manager for the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program at Northrop Grumman, requiring experience in Global Supply Chain, US Government contracts, FAR/DFARs, and supplier management. The role involves direct supervision of a purchasing team, managing RFQs, bid analysis, negotiations, and supplier relationships within the Aerospace and Defense industry. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Mission Assurance/ Principal Engineer Mission Assurance Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mission Assurance Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to support mission assurance staff and implement quality assurance program plans for flight and development hardware programs. The role involves ensuring design, manufacturing, integration, and test activities meet company and contractual requirements, interfacing with customers and suppliers, and ensuring AS9100D compliance. Responsibilities include supplier quality risk management, product and process verification, root cause corrective action analysis, and supporting various program reviews. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Security Engineer The role is for a Systems Security Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Anti-Tamper and Cybersecurity solutions for defense systems. Responsibilities include full lifecycle systems engineering, implementing security techniques, ensuring compliance with US Government policies, conducting analyses, collaborating on export solutions, and supporting security testing and documentation. Requires experience with JSIG, DAAPM, NIST 800-53, and cryptographic protocols. A security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Staff System Architect Staff System Architect at Northrop Grumman responsible for system architecture and design, meeting operational needs within constraints like cost, schedule, and risk. Focuses on advanced sensing, targeting, and tracking systems for defense applications. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Staff System Architect This role is for a Sr. Staff System Architect at Northrop Grumman, focusing on advanced sensing, targeting, and tracking systems within EOIR and RFEW domains for defense applications. The position requires deep expertise in system architecture, design, and integration of complex hardware, software, and firmware systems, with a strong emphasis on meeting operational needs, cost, schedule, and risk constraints. A U.S. Government Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 1 Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 1 role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on fabricating and assembling composite components for aircraft structures. Responsibilities include lamination, bonding, fitting, measuring, and quality monitoring, requiring experience with aerospace structures and composites. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (Active Secret) Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) with an active Secret clearance to design, develop, integrate, test, and debug software solutions for embedded and real-time systems. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an Agile environment and requires strong proficiency in C/C++ programming within an RTOS. | — | 0 |
| Tool Design Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4 Tool Design Engineer at Northrop Grumman, responsible for designing and developing complex composite manufacturing and test tooling. This involves creating, prototyping, and analyzing tools and fixtures using CAD software and analytical tools, collaborating with manufacturing and test teams, and supporting design reviews and hardware procurement. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with experience in structural design, product definition, and aerospace materials/assembly methods. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost Schedule & Control Analyst to provide financial and administrative support and analysis for program requirements. The role involves Earned Value Management (EVM), establishing Work Breakdown Structure, assessing performance, supporting reporting, and analyzing funding and cost risks. Responsibilities include financial forecasting, reporting, and interfacing with program teams and business managers. Experience with financial systems, DoD financial rhythms, and developing solutions for moderate scope and complexity is required. | — | 0 |
| Aeronautical Engineer / Principal Aeronautical Engineer - Responsible RE Aeronautical Engineer responsible for the design, development, testing, and sustainment of mechanical systems such as actuators, latches, hinges, flight controls, or gear/brake systems. The role involves responding to subsystem needs, developing procedures, performing data analysis, defining improvements, leading mechanical design, managing suppliers, and ensuring mechanical solutions meet various requirements. Requires experience with analysis tools like Siemens AMESIM or MATLAB/Simulink and CAD tools, along with a Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret and SAP clearances. | — | 0 |
| SkillBridge - Principal or Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer for their Air Dominance Division in Oklahoma City, OK. This role focuses on researching, designing, developing, integrating, and testing electronic equipment for avionics systems, including power generation, communications, flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, and weapons systems. The engineer will also be responsible for maintaining complex circuitry, reporting technical status, interfacing with suppliers, and mentoring junior engineers. The position is part of the SkillBridge program for transitioning military personnel and requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the InSight Product Line Management team. The analyst will provide financial support and analysis, track financial forecasts (Awards, Sales, Operating Margin, Cash), support budget development and tracking for IRAD, Capital, and NCTA projects, and prepare financial inputs for reports and presentations. Requires experience with financial systems, forecasting, and tools like COGNOS and SAP. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Analyst - Accounting This role is for a Business Management Analyst - Accounting, supporting the Accounting department and Billing Manager. Responsibilities include assisting with invoice preparation, analysis, and reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely customer billings, and collaborating with internal teams. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of financial work experience and a basic understanding of Government Compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, and a Secret security clearance is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with SAP or similar ERP software, billing/finance/accounting experience, data mining, and experience in Aerospace & Defense. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Flight Test Engineer -FTO (4/10 - 2ndShift) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Flight Test Engineer to join their Test and Evaluation organization. The role involves coordinating between maintenance and engineering teams, troubleshooting, developing procedures, and providing general aircraft knowledge training. The position requires a STEM degree, a Secret or higher clearance, and willingness to work a 4/10 second shift at Edwards AFB, CA. | — | 0 |
| Staff Avionics Architecture Engineer Staff Avionics Architecture Engineer at Northrop Grumman responsible for driving design approach and decisions for avionics architecture using principles of MOSA, OMS, and SOSA. Involves developing engineering models, system architecture diagrams, and collaborating with Integrated Product Teams using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Sr. Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer (Naval Architect) Seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer with a naval architecture or ocean engineering background in submersibles and underwater vehicles to join the Naval & Oceanic Systems business unit. Responsibilities include performing naval architectural roles associated with underwater vehicle system design, requirements analysis, conceptual design, pressure hull sizing, ballast assessment, hydrodynamic analysis, energy system sizing, propulsion design, weight/equilibrium/stability/trim calculations, and auxiliary systems design. The role requires technical leadership and collaboration in a team environment. | — | 0 |
| Manager Computer Systems Analysis 1 - Polygraph Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager of Computer Systems Analysis (Level 1) to lead a team of technical professionals responsible for the administration of Information Systems and associated classified networks. The role involves system maintenance, troubleshooting, recommending enhancements, and creating standard operating procedures. A Master's degree with 3 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience is required, along with a Top Secret/SCI clearance and a Polygraph. | — | 0 |