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 +62% change versus the prior 30 days (13 → 21).
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| Principal or Sr. Principal Data Display and Controls (DDC) Electronics Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Data Display and Controls (DDC) Electronics Engineer to join their team in Melbourne, FL. This role involves writing and interpreting requirements, authoring design guidelines, performing technical analyses, presenting at design reviews, integrating LRUs, running tests, and leading subcontract management for requirements sell-off. The position requires experience with design, development, and integration of flight deck equipment, COTS/MIL-COTS hardware, system engineering design methods, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Plant Protection Officer This role is for a Plant Protection Officer at Northrop Grumman, responsible for security coverage, access control, enforcing safety and security policies, monitoring systems, providing medical and fire response, and protecting the facility and employees. It requires fire fighter certification, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — |
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| Principal Engineer Process Process Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on advanced manufacturing, automation, and R&D projects to improve production of avionics and counter-communications equipment. Requires experience in DOE, SPC, Six Sigma, and MS Office, with a preference for robotics, material science, and microelectronics. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Structural Engineering Manager 2 - 17466 Structural Engineering Manager for the Sentinel program, responsible for both functional management (recruiting, performance, etc.) and technical program support. Requires a STEM degree, technical leadership experience, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Security Analyst - Level 3 This role is for an Industrial Security Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for overseeing classified programs, ensuring compliance with security regulations (NISPOM, DD254, SCG), managing COMSEC, investigating security violations, and supporting program security documentation and access processes. The role also involves managing physical security for facilities like SCIFs and SAPFs, and handling classified material accountability. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Quality Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Quality Engineer to support the Quality and Mission Assurance team. The role involves developing and maintaining quality evaluation systems, partnering with engineering and manufacturing, designing inspection and testing processes, conducting quality assurance tests, auditing quality systems, reviewing contracts and standards, managing nonconformances, and performing root-cause analysis. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with significant engineering experience in Quality Assurance or related fields, experience with data analytics and statistical analysis, knowledge of standards like IPC/J-Std/MIL-STD, PFMEA experience, and the ability to facilitate RCCAs. An active Secret Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Milling Machine Machinist 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Milling Machinist 3 to operate and set up manual or universal milling machines to perform various machining operations. The role involves interpreting blueprints, using precision measuring instruments, and fabricating parts to exacting tolerances using HAAS 3 and 5 axis mill machines. Requires experience in CNC operation, GD&T, and CAM software, with a preference for experience in prototype fabrication and CAD modeling. A Secret level clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Configuration Analyst Principal Configuration Analyst role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on planning and coordinating project documentation, analyzing design changes, interpreting deliverable requirements, and managing supplier data. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering or Configuration Data Management, or equivalent experience, and an active US Government Secret or higher clearance with SAP eligibility. | — | 0 |
| Network Communications – Network Monitoring Analyst (26-248) This role involves providing first-level technical support and performing daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of the C2BMC network systems in a 24x7 operations and test environment. The analyst will troubleshoot network hardware and software, document issues, and assist with installations and user account management. Requires a Secret security clearance and IAT Level II certification. | — | 0 |
| Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities, conduct system audits, continuous monitoring, perform assessments, validate security requirements, assist in policy implementation, establish program control processes, and support Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E). The role requires a Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sys Admin & Dev Ops Engineer - Level 3 System Administrator/DevOps Engineer for a software research and development engineering environment, managing a lab of hardware and software, ensuring IT infrastructure management and compliance with security policies and regulations. Responsibilities include OS account management, virtual lab management, system monitoring, firmware upgrades, cybersecurity awareness, Linux environment work, security plan development, and compliance maintenance. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst - Mesa AZ Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to join their Armament Systems Business Unit in Mesa, AZ. The role requires a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field, strong PC and Excel skills, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance. Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and strong analytical skills are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Director Business Development 1 Director of Business Development for Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, focusing on managing key aerospace and defense prime customer accounts. The role involves end-to-end account management, strategic agenda setting, pipeline generation, and serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. Requires deep knowledge of defense sector acquisition processes and strong communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Electrical Engineer - 4 Electrical Engineer with experience in circuit design, analysis, simulation, and testing for programs, potentially involving radiation effects and military/space environments. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or a Master's with 6 years, proficiency in Cadence tools, and simulation software. Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Data Scientist - Level 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Data Scientist - Level 4 to join their team in Boulder, CO. The role involves supporting advanced programs by developing statistical reporting and visualization pipelines, integrating and analyzing diverse data sources, identifying trends, assessing system performance, and aiding in the development of new algorithms. Responsibilities include software development using Agile, tool and prototype development in Python/C++/Rust, data curation, statistical analysis, technical oversight, planning, cost management, mentoring, customer briefing, and technical documentation. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years of experience (or Master's with 6, PhD with 4), proficiency in Python and Git, familiarity with data visualization and statistical analysis techniques, and a current active Top Secret security clearance with SCI access. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Proposal Analyst Senior Principal Proposal Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting and leading proposal activities, developing compliant estimates, and compiling cost, schedule, and technical elements for various proposal types. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree with significant experience in proposal analysis or related fields, knowledge of government regulations, and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Mission Assurance Engineer - 18763 Principal Mission Assurance Engineer at Northrop Grumman, responsible for ensuring design packages comply with standards, analyzing hardware models, and maintaining a Quality Management System. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with 3D design modeling or reviewing design packages. | — | 0 |
| IT Systems Engineering Manager 1 (Active TS/SCI clearance) This role is for an IT Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman, focusing on leading teams in the design, integration, and maintenance of enterprise-level cyber systems. It involves both technical leadership and people management, with responsibilities including staffing, career development, technical program support, and customer interaction. The role requires experience with enterprise architectures, networking technologies, and CI/CD practices, with a strong emphasis on cyber security and defense systems. A TS/SCI clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 2 Manager of Cyber Systems Engineering responsible for leading a team in the design, integration, and maintenance of enterprise-level cyber systems, driving technical execution with best practices in secure development, automation, and network design, and contributing to DevOps and CI/CD initiatives. The role involves functional people management, including staffing, career development, and performance reviews, as well as technical program support such as CAM and risk management, and customer interaction. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Lab Design Manager 2 (11914-2) This role is for a Lab Design Engineering Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel program. The manager will oversee the design, procurement, and build of Command and Control (C2) labs, with an 80/20 split between technical execution and functional management of engineers. Responsibilities include managing lab design engineering activities, cost, schedule, and serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Technical Lead during design reviews. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Staff Engineering Systems Architect This role is for a Sr. Staff Engineering Systems Architect at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing Internal Research and Development (IRAD) efforts, leading technical collaboration, and ensuring technical roadmaps align with strategic objectives. The position requires a strong technical leadership background, experience with proposal development, and the ability to analyze complex problems and develop solutions within the defense sector. A Secret or higher security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer (AHT) Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman on the CHAIN program, a cloud-based DevSecOps platform for C4ISR intelligence analysis. Requires full stack web development experience with languages like Go, Java, or Python, and familiarity with Agile processes. The role involves developing and maintaining capabilities for a new defense program designated as a standard intelligence and analysis tool across the DoD intelligence community. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Energetics MFG Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 This role is for an Energetics Manufacturing Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on quality assurance, process control, and ensuring manufactured products meet established standards. It involves working with tooling design, inspection plans, and collaborating with various organizations, including government agencies and vendors. The position requires a STEM degree with relevant experience and knowledge of manufacturing processes and dimensional inspection. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role supports Firm Fixed Price (FFP) production programs, providing financial support and analysis. Responsibilities include preparing budgets, forecasting, variance analysis, and performing Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks such as WBS development, budget baseline, cost risk analysis, and estimates to complete. The role interfaces with program managers, functional management, and business managers to ensure contracts meet financial requirements and government cost control guidelines. | — | 0 |
| Business Development Manager 2 (TS/SCI) Business Development Manager role focused on driving growth through managing the business acquisition process, pipeline, and customer relationships within the aerospace and defense industry. Requires experience in data analysis, executive reporting, and a TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Data Display and Controls (DDC) Electronics Engineer Electronics Engineer role focused on Data Display and Controls (DDC) for aerospace systems. Responsibilities include requirements management, design, analysis, integration, testing, and subcontractor management. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Director Business Development 1 - US Navy Account Manager Director of Business Development for Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems, serving as the US Navy Account Manager. This role involves managing the entire account lifecycle, integrating divisions, building executive-level customer relationships, driving pipeline growth, and supporting proposal development. Requires extensive defense sector experience and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Hardware Engineer Level 2/3 This is a mid-level Hardware Engineering position supporting Department of Defense projects, focusing on the design, analysis, and integration of Command and Control systems like radios, networks, and antennas. The role involves coordinating with various functional areas such as manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics, and requires experience with engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and MRP systems. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 3 - SATCOM OU Program Manager for SATCOM OU at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading programs through their entire lifecycle from proposal development to contract closeout. Focuses on delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, managing technical performance, cultivating customer relationships, and leading cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPTs). Requires experience in space programs and Earned Value Management (EVM). | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 1 Program Manager for Northrop Grumman's Mission System sector, specifically supporting the Fighter Networked Systems Operating Unit. This role involves managing all phases of the program lifecycle for hardware development programs within a classified portfolio, focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance. Requires leadership of cross-functional teams, customer engagement, proposal development, and risk management. Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP access are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Non Destructive Test Technician - Travel Team Northrop Grumman is seeking a Non Destructive Test Technician with experience in ultrasonic methodology to perform inspections on aircraft systems. The role requires significant travel (up to 90%) and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Experience with specific NDT equipment like AUSS Mobile and OMNISCAN is required. | — | 0 |
| Business Development Operations Analyst This role supports the Business Development Operations team by managing pipeline activities in Salesforce, developing dashboards and reports, coordinating events and training, and supporting international business efforts. It requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce, and the ability to work collaboratively. | — | 0 |
| GEM Pre-Apprenticeship Program Candidate This role provides technical support to engineers, involving data gathering, formatting, compilation, manipulation, and the production of engineering documentation and reports. It also includes performing mathematical calculations and potentially conducting tests to assist with engineering evaluation. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer 2 – Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Northrop Grumman is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, test, and sustainment of electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) and test support equipment for launch vehicles. The role involves applying electrical engineering principles, performing analysis and design, and participating in reviews and trade studies. | — | 0 |
| Principal Electrical Engineer 3 – Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to design, test, and sustain electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) and test support equipment for launch vehicles. The role involves applying electrical engineering principles, participating in design reviews, and evaluating requirements and designs with minimal guidance. Experience with automated test equipment, avionics testing, and telemetry systems is desired. | — | 0 |
| Budget Analyst Budget Analyst role at Northrop Grumman focused on compiling and reviewing manufacturing budgets, interfacing with supervision and program teams, and supporting departments in analyzing and tracking overhead budgets. Requires strong analytical and communication skills, with a preference for business, finance, or accounting degrees and experience with financial software. | — | 0 |
| Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineer (Level 2) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling Simulation and Analysis Engineer to join their Systems Engineering team. The role involves leading teams to conduct research, develop models and scenarios, and perform analysis of various system types across multiple domains. Responsibilities include developing software and analytical tools, integrating simulation frameworks, performing trade studies, and assessing mission effectiveness. The position requires a STEM degree, 2 years of experience, a Secret clearance, and scripting experience. | — | 0 |
| Hardware Mechanical Engineer Level 3/4 Mechanical Engineer with 5-8 years of experience in mechanical design, CAD modeling, and drafting for defense projects involving Command and Control systems. Responsibilities include design, analysis, collaboration, troubleshooting, and leading engineering teams. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer 4 – Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer to join their EGSE team. The role involves the design, test, and sustainment of electrical ground support equipment and test support equipment for launch vehicles. Responsibilities include performing analysis, design, and test of complex system-level designs, adhering to electrical engineering standards, preparing for reviews, and deriving requirements. Desired experience includes EGSE/TSE design, automated test equipment, avionics testing, and hardware-in-the-loop systems. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 3 - SATCOM OU Program Manager for SATCOM OU at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading programs through their entire lifecycle from proposal development to contract closeout. Key responsibilities include managing cost, schedule, technical performance, customer relationships, and cross-functional teams. Requires experience in Space programs and Earned Value Management (EVM). | — | 0 |
| Scrum Master/Principal Scrum Master (AHT) Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Certified Scrum Master to provide oversight of the Agile framework for product deliveries. The role involves guiding the team in Scrum and SAFe, removing impediments, and fostering high-performing team dynamics. Responsibilities include supporting software development, facilitating Agile ceremonies, resolving complex problems, and participating in customer demonstrations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, 2+ years of experience for Scrum Master (Level 2) or 5+ years for Principal Scrum Master (Level 3), a CSM certification, and experience in scaled agile environments. | — | 0 |
| Finance Assistant 4 This role provides accounting assistance for a team of accounting and finance professionals, involving journal entries, labor cost transfers, cash collections tracking, intercompany work requests, and reporting. | — | 0 |
| Systems Test Engineer or Principal Systems Test Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer or Principal Systems Test Engineer to join their Test and Evaluation organization in Palmdale, CA. The role involves serving as a subject matter expert for aircraft systems, ensuring testing is executed safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include test development, coordination, readiness reviews, providing real-time support during testing, and post-test analysis. The position requires proficiency across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic disciplines and requires an active U.S. government Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manager Software Factory Project Management 3 - 18742 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Software Factory Project Management 3 to oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects, serving as a liaison between project management, planning, project teams, and line management. The role involves reviewing project status and budgets, managing schedules, preparing status reports, assessing project issues and developing resolutions, and developing mechanisms for monitoring project progress and problem-solving. Specific duties include adherence to master plans and schedules, developing ROM documents, managing budgets using EVM, measuring and reporting cost and schedule performance, providing input into staffing plans, delivering presentations, ensuring adherence to contract scope, and conducting risk & opportunity management. | — | 0 |
| Staff Electrical Engineer 5 – Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to design, test, and sustain electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) and test support equipment for launch vehicles. The role involves applying electrical engineering principles, participating in reviews, and evaluating requirements and designs with minimal guidance. Experience with automated test equipment, avionics testing, and hardware-in-the-loop systems is desired. | — | 0 |
| Operations Project Manager Level 3 Operations Project Manager for a manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement, process optimization, cost reduction, and strategic decision-making for aircraft composite structures. The role involves analyzing manufacturing processes, supporting the production floor, generating efficiency metrics, and developing recovery plans. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst 3 or 4 Program Cost Control Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, responsible for managing budgets, schedules, and financial analyses for government contracts. This role involves setting up cost control systems, monitoring expenditures, performing variance analysis, and supporting audits. Requires a Top Secret security clearance and experience with financial analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM). | — | 0 |
| DevOps Engineer/Principal DevOps Engineer (AHT) DevOps Engineer/Principal DevOps Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on building, maintaining, and scaling foundational infrastructure using Kubernetes, Cloud, and GitLab. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and scripting languages. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Engineer - Guidance Navigation Controls Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer specializing in Guidance, Navigation, and Controls (GNC) for manned and unmanned air vehicles. The role involves researching, designing, developing, implementing, and testing GNC algorithms and software, including control laws, simulation models, and autonomy functions. The position requires experience with flight dynamics, control systems, MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++, Python, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation System (FCAS) Engineer Sr. Principal Flight Control Actuation System (FCAS) Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design, analysis, integration, and support of FCAS for aerospace programs. Requires experience with avionics development, subsystem integration, requirements management, and supplier management, with a strong emphasis on system-level engineering and problem-solving in a defense context. The role involves collaboration across teams, proposal support, and technical documentation. | — | 0 |