Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Currently tracking 8 active AI roles, up 222% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $111k–$292k (avg $195k).
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.
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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| Principal Geospatial Engineer/Sr. Principal Geospatial Engineer-18483 This role involves administering and maintaining enterprise-level geospatial databases, performing analyses on these databases to support design activities and technical studies, and configuring cloud services for GIS infrastructure. It requires expertise in GIS software, database management, and scripting for automation. | — | 0 |
| Consultant Chief Engineer (AHT) Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is looking for a Consultant Chief Engineer for the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) program. This role serves as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of engineering on program elements, leading a multi-disciplined team to manage technical performance, cost, and schedule. Responsibilities include ownership of the technical baseline, overseeing technical activities across contracts, solving technical problems, providing technical leadership and mentoring, chairing technical meetings, and supporting program reviews. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM with significant experience, demonstrated technical leadership, system engineering expertise, experience with complex systems, and a Secret clearance. |
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| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principle Systems Engineer - 18366 Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel Program in Roy, UT. Responsibilities include supporting the full systems-engineering life cycle, from use-case development through verification, collaborating with IPTs, defining/allocating/tracing requirements, ensuring requirements in system models, performing functional decomposition and interface definition, and supporting verification. Will develop system architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture, contribute to requirements development/management/analysis, and establish modeling techniques/procedures for seamless model development, tool integration, and team collaboration. Requires a Secret security clearance with SAP clearance and access to CJ1. | — | 0 |
| Composite Bonder Technician 1 Composite Bonder Technician 1 at Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, UT. This role involves bonding composite, metal, or laminate assemblies and structures. Requires a Secret Security Clearance. Training will be provided, and the role involves reading blueprints, applying bonding agents, operating bonding equipment, and monitoring quality. Physical requirements include moderate strenuous work and ability to work in confined spaces. Experience with aerospace fabrication is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer -18341* This role focuses on manufacturing engineering for a defense program, involving process development, design collaboration, issue resolution, supplier management, and ensuring compliance with production and deployment requirements. It requires a Secret security clearance and experience with manufacturing documentation and systems. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Engineer - 17869 This role is for a Systems Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer supporting the Sentinel Program in Roy, UT. Responsibilities include use case development, requirements definition and management, functional decomposition, interface definition, and verification. The role involves collaborating with program IPT counterparts, developing systems architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture, and contributing to system requirements development. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Engineer - 18363 This role is for a Systems Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer supporting the Sentinel Program. The responsibilities include managing the full systems-engineering life cycle, from use-case development to verification. Key tasks involve defining, allocating, and tracing requirements, developing system architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture, performing functional decomposition, interface definition, and supporting verification activities. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 3/4 Manufacturing Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on improving processes in a high-volume, high-mix production environment for composite aerospace components. Responsibilities include collaborating with integrated teams, troubleshooting production issues, performing root cause analysis, and authoring/auditing work instructions. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree and experience in manufacturing or related engineering fields, with a Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Nuclear Surety Systems Engineer 3/4 - 18384 Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program, focusing on nuclear surety, which ensures nuclear weapons are protected against threats. Responsibilities include decomposing safety manuals into requirements, providing systems engineering expertise for design and testing, evaluating physical security, and interfacing with DoD/DOE. | — | 0 |
| Manager Facilities Engineering 3 Manager Facilities Engineering 3 / Senior Facilities Manager for a 550-acre propulsion manufacturing campus, responsible for the reliability, safety, sustainability, and life-cycle cost optimization of the built environment, including manufacturing processes, utilities, and grounds. Leads a team of managers and staff overseeing capital projects, site support, and maintenance. Focuses on data-driven decision support, KPI management, and continuous improvement of maintenance programs. | — | 0 |
| Deputy System Architect Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deputy System Architect (Level 5) to support the design, development, and implementation of a technical approach to expand capabilities within a Family of Systems in the DoD space security enterprise. The role requires a deep understanding of the space security enterprise, strategic planning, and integrating capabilities. Responsibilities include supporting the Chief Architect, building partnerships, serving as a technical voice, identifying technology insertion opportunities, leading expansion efforts, developing a technical roadmap, and briefing senior leaders. Requires a Top-Secret clearance and SAP approval. Experience with scripting languages and modeling tools like Python is also required. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer/ UI Tech Lead Level 3 or 4 Software Engineer and UI Tech Lead for cloud-deployed UI applications, requiring full-stack experience and Agile practices. Focus on extending UI platforms and maintaining backend services. | — | 0 |
| Principal Mission Architect Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Mission Architect Engineer to join their Space Sector team. This role involves providing technical solutions for mission execution planning, contributing to the design and execution of risk reduction activities, and supporting modeling and simulation of these activities. The engineer will also assess system effectiveness and perform system-of-system trades for space mission architecture alternatives. A Top-Secret/SCI clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Systems Integrator - Level 3 or 4 Systems Integrator role focused on verification and validation of ground software systems for satellite operations, including command and control and mission management. Requires expertise in integration, testing, Python scripting, automation, and log analysis for complex failures. Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer/ UI Tech Lead Level 5 Software Engineer and UI Tech Lead for cloud-deployed UI applications, focusing on full-stack development, extending existing platforms, and championing Agile practices. Requires a Top-Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Integrator - Level 5 Systems Integrator with expertise in ground software systems, integration, and testing for satellite ground software. Responsibilities include V&V, developing and executing integration and test plans, creating automated test scripts using Python, analyzing integration failures, and collaborating with engineering teams. Requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) Systems Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) at Northrop Grumman supporting Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC). Responsibilities include systems engineering support to IPTs with a strong focus on software, requirements decomposition, SRR/PDR/CDR support, and technical expertise. Requires an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Multidisciplined Electronic Systems Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Multidisciplined Electronic Systems Engineer to integrate, troubleshoot, and maintain end-to-end antenna systems and their RF processing chains. The role requires expertise in software-defined radios, IP networking, antenna systems, and software automation, with responsibilities including system integration, performance simulation, and documentation. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Environmental Engineer - 18094 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Environmental Engineer in Roy, UT, to develop, implement, and maintain environmental compliance programs for the Sentinel program, ensuring infrastructure design and construction meet NEPA standards. Responsibilities include liaising with the US Air Force and subcontractors, conducting internal inspections, interpreting regulations, and reporting to leadership. Requires a BS degree in a related field, experience in environmental compliance (EIS, CWA, SPCC, etc.), data management with ArcGIS, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance and SAP approval. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer 18197* This role is for a Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer supporting the Sentinel program. The engineer will develop, modify, and test production and deployment methods and equipment, resolve complex process issues, collaborate with design engineering, and ensure compliance with SOW requirements. The role involves research into commercially available tools, root cause analysis of discrepancies, troubleshooting processes for safety, quality, cost, and efficiency, and developing work instructions. It also includes establishing program project plans, providing on-site engineering support during installations, and implementing Lean practices. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer -18326* Manufacturing Engineer for the Sentinel program, responsible for developing and improving production processes, collaborating with design engineering, resolving technical issues, and ensuring compliance with requirements. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with manufacturing tools and documentation. | — | 0 |
| Director 1 - Support & Training Integration Director of Support & Training Integration for the Sentinel product support portfolio, responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle from engineering design through sustainment. Leads a multidisciplinary IPT focused on training, maintenance, supply support, technical data, and support equipment planning. Drives cost, schedule, and technical performance while managing customer relationships and program requirements. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Engineer secret clearance Senior Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on the GCCS-J (Joint Command and Control system) modernization effort. The role involves leading engineering teams, defining scalable architectures for microservices and data pipelines, developing data models, and implementing backend/frontend components using Java, JavaScript, and modern frameworks. It requires a Secret clearance and experience with cloud-native principles, microservices, data ingestion, and synchronization. | — | 0 |
| Principal Embedded Software Engineer (Mfg Test/RF Systems) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to support software development for testing Radio Frequency (RF) production hardware. This role involves all aspects of test software development, from requirements to validation, and collaboration with various engineering and manufacturing teams. The position requires a BS/MS degree in a STEM field, experience with C# (or Lab Windows CVI/Java), RF test instruments, reading schematics, and an active DoD Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Avionics Technician 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Electrical Avionics Technician to perform installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical wiring and systems on aircraft. This role involves working from diagrams and manuals, maintaining certifications, and potentially assisting with software uploads and system checkouts. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel – Systems Engineering Integration and Test Business Unit Deputy Programs Director 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deputy Programs Director for their Sentinel Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) Business Unit. This role involves leading a large team in the integration and delivery of a complex missile program, focusing on programmatic integration, technical orchestration, and strategic leadership. The position requires a strong background in systems engineering, program management, and leadership within a defense context, with a required Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Human Resources Business Partner - Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (Level 3 or 4) to support their Western Region Manufacturing and Operations team in Azusa, CA. The role involves providing HR guidance and counsel to leaders, managers, and employees, driving strategic human capital plans, and collaborating with HR centers of excellence. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, managing employee relations, driving retention strategies, and facilitating leadership development and succession planning. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field with significant HR experience, or equivalent experience, and the ability to lead HR projects and manage change. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Systems Principal Systems Engineer for Armament Systems at Northrop Grumman in Mesa, AZ. Responsible for coordinating engineering projects, providing technical oversight, planning and executing gun system development and testing, managing requirements, and ensuring design factors are considered. Requires a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 5 years of experience, or an MS with 3 years of experience, and demonstrated project management skills. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer - 16368* Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing or Principal Manufacturing Engineer to support the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves fabrication, assembly, system integration, and testing of hardware, authoring manufacturing documents, coordinating with supply chain, and interfacing with cross-functional teams. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience in a digital manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Electrical Engineer role focused on component selection, obsolescence management, and circuit design for defense systems. Requires experience with mil-spec parts, schematic capture, and simulation tools. Security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Facilities Engineer - 9186-1 This role is for a Sr. Principal Facilities Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on planning, designing, and overseeing the reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of facilities and equipment. Responsibilities include engineering calculations, code analysis, project management, financial management, systems oversight, and vendor management. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with building systems and CAD design. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Hardware Engineer - 18641 & 18462 Hardware Engineer role focused on the design of custom and commercial-off-the-shelf systems and components for the Sentinel program. Responsibilities include incorporating design edits, managing supplier drawings, developing design proposals, investigating design factors, and checking/releasing engineering artifacts. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with CAD modeling and PLM systems. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Engineer Software - Integration and Test (San Diego CA) Senior Principal Engineer Software - Integration and Test role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on integrating and testing complex software and hardware components within development, lab, and operational environments. Requires experience with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role demands a Top Secret security clearance and experience in a regulated defense environment. | — | 0 |
| Information Systems Engineering Manager Northrop Grumman is seeking an Information Systems Engineering Manager 2 to lead a multi-disciplined team in the delivery, integration, testing, operations, and sustainment of B21 Ground Systems within a DoD environment. The role requires experience leading IT teams on complex problems and managing government/customer assets, with a strong emphasis on adherence to processes, risk management, and stakeholder communication. A Secret or higher clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software - Integration & Test (San Diego CA) Software Engineer focused on integration and testing of complex system components within a defense context. Responsibilities include developing and executing test procedures, troubleshooting software issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a strong understanding of the full SDLC and experience in Linux/Windows environments. | — | 0 |
| Executive Compensation Manager 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Executive Compensation Manager to lead a team in designing, implementing, and communicating executive compensation programs. This role involves collaborating with HR, finance, legal, and tax departments, preparing Board Compensation Committee materials, drafting proxy disclosures (CD&A), performing data reconciliations, benchmarking pay, monitoring SEC regulations, and creating models for incentive plans. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, project management, analytical skills, and experience leading teams. | — | 0 |
| Manager 3 - Command Systems Wing Ops and Physical Security Subsystems Lead Manager 3, Programs for Command Systems Wing Ops and Physical Security Subsystems Lead at Northrop Grumman. This leadership role focuses on driving hardware engineering execution, implementing integrated hardware engineering processes, and managing all aspects of development for command systems, wing operations, and physical security subsystems. The role requires strong programmatic and technical execution, risk management, and ensuring hardware design compliance and delivery within the defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Systems Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer generalist to support maritime programs. Responsibilities include mission engineering, requirements development, system architecture, MBSE, digital engineering, integration, and test. Experience with Navy customers and underwater systems is desired. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Systems Seeking a systems engineering generalist to support complex maritime programs, contributing to the development of state-of-the-art oceanic systems. Responsibilities include mission engineering, requirements management, system architecture, MBSE, digital engineering, integration & test, and verification & validation. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Sr. Principle / Principal Systems Engineer - 18367 This role is for a Systems Engineer on the Sentinel Program, focusing on the full systems-engineering life cycle from use-case development through verification. Responsibilities include defining, allocating, and tracing requirements, developing system architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture, and supporting verification activities. The role requires a Secret security clearance and experience with ICBM or complex aerospace/defense systems, DOORS, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Staff Systems Engineer (SQVR/ FCA) - 18430 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to pioneer the development and qualification of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system supporting the System Qualification and Verification Review (SQVR) and Functional Configuration Audit (FCA). The role involves providing systems engineering expertise, maintaining design documentation, participating in technical planning, and simulating hardware performance using MBSE tools. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with Systems Engineering and Integration and Test processes. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Engineer - 17778 Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program, responsible for technical planning, design reviews, action item tracking, and collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders. Requires a STEM degree and a Secret DoD Clearance. | — | 0 |
| RACER Principal Manufacturing Engineer Principal Manufacturing Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on CNC programming and CAD/CAM for structural aircraft components. Requires experience in aerospace manufacturing, GD&T, and AS9100 compliance. Role involves developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes, collaborating with design and production teams, and ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and quality standards. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 2 Software Engineer Level 2 at Northrop Grumman, supporting advanced capabilities in the Space Systems Sector. The role involves developing, maintaining, and optimizing software solutions for mission-critical systems, focusing on system-level architecture, performance, scalability, automation, data integrity, and secure operations within an Agile framework. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 2+ years of experience, and an active Top Secret clearance. Experience with Java, Git, Kubernetes, Elasticsearch/MongoDB/MySQL, and Agile tools is essential. | — | 0 |
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