Currently tracking 11 active AI roles, down 13% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $83k–$292k (avg $184k).
Aerospace · Defense
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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| Sentinel - Configuration Analyst - 15434 Configuration Analyst role supporting the Sentinel program, focusing on configuration and data management disciplines. Responsibilities include planning meetings, controlling technical baselines, tracking configuration status, performing document reviews, developing Data Management products, and providing CM/DM subject matter knowledge. Requires an active DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 2/3 Engineering Technician role at Northrop Grumman focused on supporting development projects involving chemicals and explosives. Responsibilities include implementing test plans, operating specialized equipment, fabricating samples, maintaining records, and adhering to safety procedures. Requires strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and computer skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A Secret security clearance and Explosives Possessor designation are required. | — | 0 |
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| Sr Principal Network Administrator - Top Secret Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Network Administrator to support classified government contracts, focusing on network architecture, design, integration, and implementation of large-scale, multidomain networks. The role requires defining long-term network roadmaps (SDWAN, ZeroTrust, cloud-enabled networking), ensuring alignment with security and compliance, and providing advanced technical support and mentorship. A Top Secret clearance and meeting US Government 8140 requirements are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Staff Project Management Project Manager for defense systems, focusing on operational aspects, client satisfaction, and managing project schedules and budgets. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience in military aviation operations. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Director of Sentinel Systems Engineering- Systems Engineering Director 2 Director of Systems Engineering for the Sentinel strategic missile program, responsible for leading the Systems Engineering Operating Unit. This role involves overseeing MBSE, MS&A, system architecture, technical baseline management, and P&L performance for a highly complex, large-scale defense system. Requires significant leadership experience and a strong understanding of defense systems engineering processes. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Sr Principal Data Insight Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr Principal Data Insight Analyst to join their team in Palmdale, CA. The role involves specifying, collecting, processing, and presenting information from disparate data sets to generate actionable knowledge and recommendations. Responsibilities include analyzing data, identifying patterns, ensuring data quality, prioritizing analytics backlogs, and leading cross-functional analytics projects. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Test Conductor/ Principal Test Conductor This role is for a Test Conductor or Principal Test Conductor at Northrop Grumman, focusing on overseeing and executing engineering tests for aviation systems. The responsibilities include ensuring tests meet mission objectives, managing schedules, troubleshooting anomalies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman, responsible for sourcing and procuring specialized goods and services, managing contractual aspects with suppliers, and collaborating with various internal stakeholders. The role involves developing subcontract specifications, evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, and ensuring supplier compliance with quality and delivery schedules. It also focuses on cost reduction, risk management, and maintaining supplier performance, with an emphasis on utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles for continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Engineer Test Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Engineer Test to design, build, and maintain test systems for electronic devices. This role involves developing test hardware and software, creating test plans, executing tests, analyzing results, and mentoring junior engineers. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent, with significant experience in testing electronic devices, LabVIEW, and electronic test tools. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Test Engineer Test role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing and executing test systems for electronic devices, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering with 2 years of experience or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Mixed Signal Electronics Engineer (AHT) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Mixed Signal Electronics Engineer for tactical missile system development and production programs. The role involves designing and implementing mixed-signal circuit card assemblies, conducting system-level testing, mentoring junior engineers, and overseeing the transition from prototype to production. Requires a BS/MS in engineering with significant experience in mixed-signal CCA design, FPGA/SoC design, and V&V methodologies, along with an active Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Systems Engineering Manager 3 - Electromagnetic Environmental Effects E3 8575-1 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 3 for the Sentinel program, focusing on Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3). The role involves managing a team of 30-40 engineers responsible for EMI, EMC, ESD, Spectrum Management, and TEMPEST. Responsibilities include day-to-day program execution, EVM, status reporting, providing guidance on E3 sub-teams, developing best practices, managing resources, and overseeing schedules. Requires a STEM degree, 8 years of experience, and an active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain SAP and Top Secret clearances. Experience in managing cost, schedule, and performance of government technical statements of work, and EVMS is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Sr Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Level 3 or 4) This role is for a Principal or Sr. Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities include sourcing and procuring goods and services, analyzing supplier proposals, managing supplier quality and performance, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires experience in supply chain, procurement, and supplier management, with a preference for government or aerospace buying experience and knowledge of FAR/DFAR. A U.S. Government Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Government Contract Administrators - Northridge CA Experienced Contract Administrators to support multiple contract types (T&M, Cost-Reimbursable, FFP) and manage contracts across the full lifecycle, from proposal through closeout, applying FAR/DFARS knowledge. Requires ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Pilot Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Pilot Unmanned Aerial Vehicle to pilot UAVs during developmental test and operational flights, ensuring compliance with specifications and operational suitability. The role involves planning and executing complex flight programs, coordinating with maintenance, and potentially conducting customer demonstration flights. Requires an FAA Commercial Pilots Certificate, significant flight hours, and a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Quality Engineer Quality Engineer at Northrop Grumman responsible for developing, modifying, applying, and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for materials processing. The role involves collaborating with engineering and manufacturing, managing readiness reviews, devising inspection and testing procedures, performing statistical analysis, auditing quality systems, conducting root cause investigations, and communicating customer requirements. Requires a STEM degree with 2 years of experience or a Master's degree. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager of Contract Administration for a production program in the defense sector, supporting solid rocket motor portfolios. Requires leadership of a contracts team, negotiation of US Government and commercial contracts, and understanding of FAR/DFAR and ITAR regulations. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineering Manager 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Engineering Manager 2 to lead engineering teams in software development, system integration, and program execution. The role involves technical planning, verification, validation, and mentoring engineers. Requires a STEM degree with significant experience in software development and leadership, including Agile methodologies. Active Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager for contract administration team supporting Missile Products Business Unit. Responsibilities include team leadership, SAP transition support, data analysis, reporting, and audit support. Requires expertise in FAR/DFAR and government regulations. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Facilities Principal Engineer Facilities role at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading the execution and management of facilities projects, including designing, maintaining, and optimizing electrical and mechanical systems. This involves overseeing installation, maintenance, and repair of critical infrastructure like HVAC, plumbing, and power distribution, while ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance. The role requires problem-solving, strategic planning for maintenance and equipment replacement, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners. Requires a STEM degree with significant facilities experience, project management skills, and knowledge of relevant codes and regulations. | — | 0 |
| Proposal Analyst - Level 2 or 3 Proposal Analyst role at Northrop Grumman supporting the development and submission of proposals by providing pricing and estimating strategy. Responsibilities include collecting cost data, reviewing basis of estimates, preparing cost reports, assessing risk, and ensuring proposal compliance with RFP specifications and government regulations. Requires experience in finance, accounting, or program control, with strong Excel skills. Experience with government procurement and pricing tools is preferred. | — | 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. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience in defense/aerospace electrical engineering, team management, and PWB design. | — | 0 |
| Software Configuration Management Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Configuration Management (SCM) Engineer to process software releases, create SCM controlled software builds, and manage SCM processes in compliance with principles and operating procedures. The role involves driving process improvements and requires experience with tools like PLM, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Git, and compilers, along with a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Security & Facilities Specialist – High Security Program Develops and administers security programs for classified materials and equipment, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Responsibilities include preparing manuals, conducting security education and audits, and investigating violations. | — | 0 |
| Database Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Database Engineer role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design, implementation, and maintenance of database systems (InfluxDB, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL) within a Linux, client-server environment. Responsibilities include applying development lifecycle standards, diagnosing integration issues, and delivering fixes/enhancements. Requires experience with SQL, scripting languages (bash, PLSQL, Python), data warehousing, CI/CD tools, and Agile methodologies. A Top Secret/SCI clearance with a CI Polygraph is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| DevOps Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a DevOps Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to plan and evolve processes and infrastructure for rapid capability maturation and deployment. The role involves integrating development pipelines with automation, defining build/deployment/provisioning/monitoring standards, ensuring SCM and code quality, and delivering end-to-end automation within an Agile framework. Responsibilities include scripting for infrastructure automation, creating CI/CD systems, vendor collaboration, system monitoring, and contributing to information/operational support systems design. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph and experience with Linux administration and Agile development. | — | 0 |
| DevOps Engineer – Level 2 DevOps Engineer responsible for planning and evolving processes and infrastructure to execute programs supporting rapid capability maturation and deployment. Integrates development pipelines leveraging automation with test-driven development tools and continuous integration/test frameworks. Defines and implements build, deployment, provisioning, and monitoring standards. Ensures implementation of SCM, code quality, and code coverage with automated testing for CI/CD pipelines. Works as part of an Agile development team to deliver end-to-end automation of deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management framework. Builds and configures delivery environments supporting CD/CI tools using an Agile delivery methodology. Creates scripts and/or templates to automate infrastructure provisioning and management tasks. Works closely with development teams to create an automated CI/CD system. Monitors and supports all installed systems and infrastructure. Develops custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower human intervention time on any tasks. Contributes to the design of information and operational support systems. Installs, configures, tests and maintains operating systems, application software and system management tools. Oversees the company’s security, backup, and redundancy strategies. Evaluates application performance, identifies potential bottlenecks, develops solutions, and implements them with the help of developers. | — | 0 |
| Program Execution Director Program Execution Director at Northrop Grumman's Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) in Palmdale, CA. This leadership role involves managing a complex program, driving programmatic and financial execution, and ensuring system integration. The director will partner with program management to set strategy, ensure budgets and schedules are met, and serve as a primary contact for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include directing program planning, implementation, and execution, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing program-level customer interfaces, and establishing strategies for budgets and resources. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of related experience (or equivalent), 3 years of leadership experience, and an active Secret or higher clearance, with the ability to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Launch Systems Engineering Manager 3 - 18548 Leadership role managing a team of engineers and subcontractors for the design and delivery of a launch center, focusing on technical, cost, and schedule performance, risk management, and stakeholder communication within a defense sector. | — | 0 |
| RF Microwave Design Engineer - Level 6 Northrop Grumman is seeking a RF Microwave Design Engineer - Level 6 to lead hardware design, integration, and deployment of large-scale SATCOM ground systems. Responsibilities include serving as mission engineer for end-to-end data-flow solutions, advising cross-functional teams, overseeing procurement and testing, controlling budgets, developing specifications, and providing technical leadership for software/hardware development. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 14 years of experience, an active Secret clearance, and hands-on experience with real-time labs, SATCOM ground terminals, and network technologies. | — | 0 |
| Principal Manufacturing Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Analyst to support production and manufacturing processes on an off shift. This role requires a strong technical background in electronics and leadership skills, focusing on evaluating, troubleshooting, and testing Radar systems and their subassemblies. The analyst will lead a team, ensure production schedules are met, and contribute to process improvement and documentation. | — | 0 |
| SCA Elec Tech Maintenance 1 This role involves the repair, modification, and maintenance of electronic equipment and Electronic Warfare systems, requiring troubleshooting to component level and performing routine preventative maintenance. The position requires an Associate's Degree in Electronics or equivalent experience, familiarity with test equipment, and the ability to obtain a Secret US Government clearance. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Technical Coordinator 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Supply Chain Technical Coordinator (Level 2 or 3) to manage warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and issuing equipment and materials. The role involves verifying stock, maintaining records, and potentially directing lower-level employees. Requires a Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Command Systems Node Integration Manager 3 - 18150 Manager for Command Systems Node Integration at Northrop Grumman, focusing on program execution, technical baseline ownership, stakeholder coordination, and leading integration efforts for command systems. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of STEM experience or a Master's with 6 years, and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Launcher Product Zone Systems Engineering Manager 3 - 18686 Systems Engineering Manager for the Sentinel Launcher Product Zone, responsible for end-to-end design, integration, and release of the Launcher system. This role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team, acting as Cost Account Manager (CAM), and ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and performance targets. Key responsibilities include technical ownership of subsystems, stakeholder management with DoD customers and subcontractors, and championing Model Based Engineering (MBE) practices. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Quality Analyst This role is for a Sr Principal Quality Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel Team. Responsibilities include technical reviews, quality assurance, risk management, developing quality plans, supporting review boards, developing metrics, and handling corrective action requests and conditional acceptance requirements. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with significant quality experience and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance and SAP access. | — | 0 |
| EHS Professional - Industrial Hygienist and Safety Northrop Grumman is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Professional with a focus on Industrial Hygiene and Safety. This role involves implementing EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, supporting safety in design, conducting audits and sampling, and mitigating risks. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, experience in industrial hygiene and safety programs, and a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Program Manager 3 - Hardware Design Integration Assembly & Installation Engineering Program Manager 3 role at Northrop Grumman focused on Hardware Design Integration, Assembly & Installation for the Sentinel GBSD program. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in leading projects, design integration, and CAD modeling. The role involves managing teams, supplier statements of work, and ensuring on-time delivery of work products within an Integrated Product Team environment. | — | 0 |
| Production Operations - Level 3 Production Operations role at Northrop Grumman focused on managing interfaces between program management, manufacturing, test, supply chain, and engineering teams. Responsibilities include ensuring manufacturability of designs, developing production test solutions, and managing program objectives related to production. The role involves reporting on Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and serving as a Cost Account Manager (CAM). | — | 0 |
| F35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 (Volkel Air Base Netherlands) Aircraft Mechanic role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on installing, modifying, and repairing metallic and composite aircraft structures for the F35 program. Requires experience with sheet metal, corrosion mitigation, and interpreting technical documentation. Security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Contracts Administrator (Level 2) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Level 2 Contract Administrator to support their Global Surveillance Division's Autonomous Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (AISR&T) Business Unit. The role involves supporting proposal development, submissions, negotiations, and program execution by providing contractual interpretation and guidance. The administrator will interface with external customers, internal program management, functional management, and senior leadership. Key responsibilities include administering, extending, negotiating, and terminating contracts, examining estimates, processing reports, advising management on contractual rights, compiling data, and maintaining historical information. A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in contracts management or a related field, strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance are required. Preferred qualifications include an active Secret Clearance, Aerospace and Defense industry experience, experience in contract negotiations, knowledge of FAR and DFARS, and experience with various contract types and complex production efforts. | — | 0 |
| Senior Contracts Administrator (Level 4) This role is for a Senior Principal Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Global Surveillance Division's Autonomous Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (AISR&T) Business Unit. The primary responsibilities include managing contracts, supporting proposal preparation and negotiation, acting as a liaison with customers, and ensuring compliance with company and legal requirements, including FAR/DFAR. The role requires experience with various contract types and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/ Sr Principal Project Management Project Management Specialist for Global Supply Chain supporting sustainment or training business areas. Responsibilities include managing project operations, budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction goals. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Energetics Manufacturing Northrop Grumman is seeking a Lead Principal Energetics Engineer for their Rocket Motor Nozzle Manufacturing team in Promontory, Utah. The role involves leading special projects, developing manufacturing processes, mentoring engineers, supporting manufacturing operations (composites, machining, rubber layup, molding, bonding, coatings, assemblies), performing root cause analysis for defects, and troubleshooting production issues. Requires a B.S. in Engineering with 5 years of experience (or Master's with 3 years), leadership experience, and an active U.S. Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Antenna Test Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer to design, integrate, and automate antenna test equipment and processes for phased array testing. The role involves software development for automation and data analysis, troubleshooting RF issues, and collaborating with design engineering. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM, experience with RF test equipment, software development (C#, VB, MATLAB), and a DoD Secret clearance with SAP eligibility. | — | 0 |
| Antenna Test Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer to design, integrate, and automate antenna test equipment and processes for phased array testing. The role involves software development for test automation and data analysis, troubleshooting RF issues, and collaborating with engineering teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM, experience with RF test equipment and software development (C#, Visual Basic, MATLAB), and a US Government Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SAP. | — | 0 |
| Sr Staff Material Process Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Staff Material Process Engineer for their Space Systems division. The role involves leading the electrical Parts, Materials & Processes (PM&P) effort for large-scale defense programs, overseeing the full lifecycle of electrical hardware. Responsibilities include developing PM&P plans, providing subject-matter expertise, managing suppliers, chairing control boards, identifying risks, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating cross-functional collaboration. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 14 years of experience and an active DoD Secret Clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal/ Sr. Principal Structural Analyst - 8790-1 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Structural Analyst for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves managing Fracture Control requirements, performing fracture analysis (static, dynamics, stability, damage tolerance), participating in the Fracture Control Board, and serving as a Materials Engineering subject matter expert in fracture mechanics and fatigue/fracture design. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with finite element modeling. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on supporting the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Hardware Engineering team. Responsibilities include performing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis, reviewing analyses, developing and maintaining design drawings, and mentoring junior engineers. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with CAD and analysis software. | — | 0 |