Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
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).
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.
Aerospace · Defense
Currently tracking 11 active AI roles, down 13% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $83k–$292k (avg $184k).
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| Senior Principal Engineer Software (DevOps) Senior Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman in Melbourne, FL, focusing on supporting capture and strategy for a critical program. The role involves working with business development, customers, and subject matter experts to shape new missions and architectures, define long-term technical strategy, and lead mission decomposition into implementable software requirements. Requires experience in customer communication, stakeholder management, and software product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on C/C++ or Java development in real-time, multi-threaded environments and Agile practices. A DoD Top Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Staff Software Engineer (MOSA SME) Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in Modular Open System Architectures (MOSA) to support capture and strategy for a key program. The role involves working with business development, customers, and SMEs to shape new missions and architectures, collect requirements, describe features, develop roadmaps, and define technical strategy. Responsibilities include leading mission decomposition into functions, requirements, and interface definitions. |
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| Staff Software Engineer Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focused on leading technical efforts for capture and strategy on a critical DoD program. Responsibilities include shaping long-term technical strategy, evolving software architecture, and decomposing missions into functions and requirements. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM and at least 12 years of experience, with a Top Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Production Scheduler Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Production Scheduler to support the Utah Operations group. This role involves coordinating production needs, understanding capabilities and constraints, resolving conflicts, and generating an 18-month production plan and detailed schedule. Responsibilities include gathering customer requirements, aligning schedules with business systems (MRP/ERP), advising management on status and potential issues, and coordinating interdepartmental activities. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer Industrial Placement Systems Engineer Industrial Placement role at Northrop Grumman UK, focusing on Platform Management Systems for submarines. Requires a degree in Engineering, understanding of Systems Engineering principles, and ability to obtain SC security clearance. The role involves supporting full lifecycle SE activities, contributing to project reviews, and issue management within a defence technology context. | — | 0 |
| Principal Systems Engineer / Sr Principal Systems Engineer This role is for a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing the technical baseline and coordinating with diverse engineering teams for complex defense systems. The position requires a strong understanding of the full development life-cycle, system thinking, and leadership skills. A DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SAP clearance are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 6 HWIL Lead - T&E Systems Engineer - Level 6 HWIL Lead for Northrop Grumman's GPI program, focusing on Test & Evaluation. The role involves leading the full lifecycle of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) activities, including requirements definition, strategy development, lab design, and test execution. Responsibilities include supporting test equipment hardware and software, developing architectures for real-time scene injection, and troubleshooting complex system failures. Requires experience with real-time simulation, C/C++/C# or Java development, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Configuration Analyst - 2 / 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Configuration Analyst to manage identification, control, and accounting of systems, products, and equipment according to contractual requirements. Responsibilities include following documentation rules, researching and evaluating technical content, coordinating design changes, performing engineering data control, and modifying standard work. The role requires knowledge of engineering documentation and experience with PLM, CAD, or MRP software, with a preference for STEM degrees and CMII certification. | — | 0 |
| F-35 M3 Master Planning Integration This role is for a Master Planning Integration Manager on the F-35 program at Northrop Grumman. The manager will oversee a team of planning professionals, maintain and improve planning tools and processes, and ensure alignment with program needs. The role requires experience in project management, quality, program management, or business management, with a minimum of 4 years of leadership experience and specific experience in scheduling or planning practices like Lines of Balance. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Systems/Engineer Systems Associate Engineer Systems and Engineer Systems role focused on the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System, a network-enabled command-and-control system for air and missile defense. Responsibilities include applying systems engineering lifecycle principles to missile/weapon system development, performing functional analysis and trade studies, reviewing SOWs, analyzing data, and supporting stakeholders. Requires experience in systems engineering, requirements and interface definition, system analysis, and SAFe Agile. Active Secret Clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software - DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Software - DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing, developing, and operating a modern DevSecOps software factory for aerospace programs. Responsibilities include setting up large-scale software factories and implementing DevSecOps lifecycle segments. Requires a STEM degree, software engineering experience, familiarity with change management and configuration systems, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electrical (level 2/3) - Subsystems Electrical Engineer (level 2/3) for aircraft subsystem development, including electrical design, analysis, requirements, and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include developing electrical wiring designs, selecting components, supporting power generation and distribution systems, and performing system level testing and verification. Requires a STEM degree and experience in aerospace electrical design. Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Business Management 3 Manager Business Management 3 role at Northrop Grumman in Layton, UT, focusing on leading business management functions including contracts, pricing, proposal development, accounting, program planning, and financial control. The role requires strong financial analysis and reporting skills, with an emphasis on earned value management and government contracts. Requires an active Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| (SkillBridge) Industrial Security Analyst This is an internship role for transitioning service members at Northrop Grumman focused on Industrial Security Analysis. The role involves ensuring security compliance with government and company regulations for classified materials and operations, including SCIF and SAPF administration, physical security, personnel security, and more. It is part of the SkillBridge program and requires a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| F-18 Flight Operations 3 This role involves performing complex mechanical duties for flight line operations, including power plant, hydraulics, controls, and structures on aircraft. Responsibilities include pre-flight and post-flight inspections, disassembly, repair, replacement, servicing, and operation of aircraft power plants and ground equipment. The position requires a High School Diploma, at least 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. It also involves significant physical labor and working outdoors in various conditions. | — | 0 |
| Principal Production Operations / Sr Principal Production Operations This role is for a Principal/Sr. Principal Production Operations OPM at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing the manufacturing scope of a naval launcher program. Responsibilities include resolving manufacturing issues, coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing risks and opportunities, performing EVMS, and ensuring successful manufacturing performance on time and budget. It requires experience in program/project management, manufacturing environments, and ERP systems, with a preference for government contract experience and Earned Value Management. | — | 0 |
| Sr / Principal Mechanical Engineer - 17045 Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on creating and implementing 3D CAD models (NX) for Interface Control Models (ICMs) to define space allocation and interface details. The role involves supporting the ICM team, integrating designs, identifying and resolving design gaps, and ensuring ICMs meet program specifications. Requires a STEM degree and experience with systems engineering principles, design tools like TeamCenter/NX, and creating ICMs. A Secret security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Electronics Associate Engineer Electronics role at Northrop Grumman focused on the research, design, development, and testing of electronic equipment, including Automated Test Equipment (ATE). Responsibilities involve hardware component development, ATE architecture design, troubleshooting hardware-software integration issues, schematic capture, and test plan execution. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 2 Manager for Final Assembly in manufacturing, focusing on leading a team of 10-15 mechanics, pipe fitters, painters, or electricians. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement, adhering to collective bargaining agreements, and managing employee time and training. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent, supervisory experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mechanical Engineer/Principal Mechanical Engineer ECS - *16976 Mechanical Engineer role focused on Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and HVAC for the Sentinel Program. Responsibilities include developing requirements, specifications, designs, and analyses, collaborating with various teams, and performing heating/cooling calculations. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with CAD and drawing packages. Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Project Analyst / Principal Project Analyst Project Analyst role at Northrop Grumman focused on supporting engineering releases, managing documentation, and coordinating technical/process issues within a defense sector context. Requires experience with Product Lifecycle Management, Configuration Management, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Optical - Level 3/4 Systems Engineer with experience in Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) systems, responsible for defining and managing system requirements, performing performance assessments, and participating in verification and data review activities. The role involves creating and managing specifications, supporting risk management, and facilitating technical reviews. Requires a BS in Engineering with significant experience and an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading supply chain strategies, financial management, and team guidance within a defense sector. Requires experience in program cost/schedule, subcontractor financial performance, and a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 1 - GEM 63 Program Manager for the GEM 63 Solid Rocket Motor Manufacturing program, responsible for P&L, cost, schedule, and technical performance integration in a high-tempo production environment. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Operations 2 Operations Program Manager responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance of manufacturing programs from inception through completion. Manages manufacturing activities across the program lifecycle, interfaces with PMO and Operations, and leads cross-functional teams. Requires experience with ERP/MRP systems, Earned Value Management, and proposal development. Clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Business Development Manager-RF Systems Business Development Manager for RF Systems in the aerospace and defense industry, focusing on developing and executing strategies to generate new revenue opportunities and capture new programs. Requires experience in the defense industry, data analysis, and an active TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Industrial Engineer This role focuses on industrial engineering principles, utilizing data analytics to optimize operational processes, improve program performance, and build models for product flow optimization. It involves developing scheduling tools, aligning ERP systems, and creating metrics and visualizations for shop floor performance. While it involves data analysis and potentially working with data science teams, the core function is not AI/ML model development but rather process optimization and operational efficiency within an industrial/manufacturing context. | — | 0 |
| Tool Engineer / Principal Tool Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tool Engineer or Principal Tool Engineer to be responsible for the concept generation, detailed 3D CAD design, fabrication drawings, and production support of tooling. The role involves collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and project management teams to ensure tooling meets performance, quality, and safety requirements. Responsibilities include creating CAD models and drawings, specifying fabrication requirements, providing hands-on manufacturing support, performing inspections, and resolving fabrication issues. Requires a STEM degree and experience in design for manufacturing, 3D CAD modeling (NX preferred), and drafting. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Tool / Sr Principal Engineer Tool The role involves concept generation, detailed 3D CAD design, fabrication drawings, and support during production for tooling. The engineer ensures tooling meets performance, quality, and safety requirements, acting as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and project management. Responsibilities include creating CAD models and drawings, developing fabrication requirements, providing technical support during fabrication, performing inspections, and resolving fabrication issues. | — | 0 |
| Technical Services Project & Risk Management (3/4) This role is for a Technical Services Project & Risk Management Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the Regional Strike Launcher Program Office. The responsibilities include managing program/project risks, establishing milestones, monitoring adherence to processes and schedules, developing risk mitigation strategies, reviewing project status and budgets, and ensuring contract requirements are met. The role requires experience in Program/Project Management and Risk Management, collaboration with multiple functional organizations, and the ability to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance. It can be filled at a Principal or Sr. Principal level. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain 1 Manager Supply Chain 1 at Northrop Grumman, Palmdale, CA. Responsible for planning, issuing, and controlling production schedules and coordinating material requirements to ensure timely delivery of materials for production. Manages staff, advises management on production status and potential issues, and coordinates interdepartmental activities. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience or equivalent, 3 years of warehousing experience, 2 years of supervisory experience, inventory control experience, SAP knowledge, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| GNC Engineer – Level 2 (Space Systems) Chandler GNC Engineer responsible for developing and evaluating guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace applications. This involves applying mathematical models, control theories, and algorithm development, working with simulations, and integrating hardware/software components. Requires experience with C++, MATLAB, and Python in a Linux environment, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Test Conductor Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Test Conductor to oversee the operational aspects of engineering tests for flight hardware, from sub-system to final system level assembly and launch operations. The role involves leading teams, managing schedules, resolving procedures, supporting anomaly resolution, and presenting data. Requires a Top Secret clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience or equivalent. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Tooling Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tooling Engineer (Level 2) in Rocket Center, WV, to coordinate design and fabrication of tools and fixtures, perform tolerance analysis, conduct failure investigations, develop process improvements, and assist with new product designs to ensure manufacturability. The role involves managing projects from design to validation, interfacing with customers and manufacturing teams, and understanding cost and schedule. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Engineer role focused on designing and documenting manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, and material handling within an industrial/defense context. Responsibilities include defining fabrication processes, creating work instructions, and supporting equipment maintenance and facilities. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Software / Principal Software Engineer 18675* Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer for the Sentinel program, focusing on SW development for Integration and Test, system architecture design, agile development, and automated test procedures. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Assembler Mechanical Assembler role at Northrop Grumman focusing on building and repairing electronic and mechanical systems, including circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies, and wire harnesses, using schematics and engineering documentation. Requires experience in manufacturing environments, soldering, and working with various tools and equipment. | — | 0 |
| Associate HR Business Partner / HR Business Partner - Palmdale CA Seeking an HR Business Partner to support the Manufacturing and Operations HR Organization. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineering leaders on HR strategies, managing HR projects, driving talent and performance management, and acting as an advisor on employee relations and culture. Requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of HR experience for the HRBP level. Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance is necessary. | — | 0 |
| Software Development Analyst – UI Automated Test Engr (26-113) Software Development Analyst – UI Automated Test Engineer for the C2BMC program, responsible for designing and implementing an automated test framework for the C2BMC UI product suite using Java, C++, and Python. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with automated testing principles and tools. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Network This role is for a Principal Network Systems Engineer supporting the Triton program at RAAF Tindal. The engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, testing, and troubleshooting secure, operational networks, working with Defence stakeholders and US-based engineers. The position requires end-to-end ownership of network solutions in a secure, regulated environment. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing pre-award and post-award subcontract activities, supplier evaluations, and ensuring compliance with government regulations (FAR/DFAR). Requires experience in government purchasing/subcontracting and MRP systems. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr Principal Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr Principal Software Engineer to join their team in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining full-stack C#/.NET applications, refactoring monolithic codebases into microservices, and managing CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and various scripting languages is required. The position requires an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Systems Engineering 3 Manager 3 – System Engineering at Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, leading a group of approximately 40 engineers and 3 managers. Responsibilities include setting strategies for development and implementation of new capabilities and tools, ensuring compliance with internal and Government requirements, and training and development of personnel. The role involves managing execution of System Engineering activities, developing strategic plans for capability improvement, ensuring appropriate staffing, mentoring staff, promoting quality and safety standards, leading technical issue resolution, supporting technical reviews, and maintaining knowledge of System Engineering methods. | — | 0 |
| Manager Engineering Analysis 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager 3 – Analysis to lead a group of approximately 40 engineers and 4 managers within the Propulsion Systems & Controls Business Unit. The role involves ensuring technical rigor in analyses, personnel development, and process/tool improvements. Disciplines include CFD, heat transfer, structural, dynamics, and performance analysis. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 14 years of experience (or 12 with a Master's), a Secret Clearance, and 5+ years of leadership experience. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Program Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman in Camarillo, CA, responsible for leading existing and future contract/non-contract efforts and proposals for the Advanced Mission Capability- Electro Magnetic Maneuver Warfare (EMW) Operating Unit. The role involves managing programs, supporting proposals, leading cross-functional teams, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, interfacing with customers, and developing new business opportunities. Requires a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience or Master's with 6 years, demonstrated leadership in government contract support, proposal processes, and managing fixed-price proposals over $10M. Active Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain Top Secret and SAP. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 1 Manager of General Manufacturing 1 responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing processes to ensure efficient and timely production of aircraft. This role involves managing a team of employees, implementing production schedules, ensuring quality standards are met, and optimizing production processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity. The Manager General Manufacturing 1 works closely with other departments to ensure that aircraft are produced to meet customer demand, delivered on time, and meet the company's financial goals. They are also responsible for maintaining safe working conditions and complying with relevant regulations and industry standards. | — | 0 |
| Property and Asset Management Analyst/ Principal Property and Asset Management Analyst This role is for a Property and Asset Management Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on maintaining laboratory assets and ensuring accountability of government and company assets in compliance with regulations. It involves managing property control systems, tracking equipment, coordinating inventories, conducting property record reviews, and preparing reports. The position requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with government property management clauses like FAR Part 45 and DFARS. | — | 0 |
| Associate Manufacturing Analyst Associate Manufacturing Analyst role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on supporting production, business, and manufacturing processes. Requires a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and an active Secret clearance. Responsibilities include cross-functional support in areas like planning, quality, and material management. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Quality This role is for a Quality Engineer at Northrop Grumman, supporting manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include material review, corrective actions, root cause investigations, quality data analysis, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the production process. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in an STEM field with experience in quality or manufacturing, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Organisational Effectiveness Coordinator This role supports people and capability initiatives within the People & Culture team, focusing on leadership development, workforce planning, learning platforms, talent management, and performance processes for a defense contractor. | — | 0 |