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 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.
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| Safety EHS Engineer This role is for a Safety EHS Engineer at Northrop Grumman, responsible for implementing and managing environmental, health, and safety programs. The engineer will interpret regulations, conduct hazard assessments, maintain safety programs (electrical, lockout-tagout, material handling, contractor safety, confined space, fall protection, cryogenics, incident investigations, robotics), conduct training, perform compliance inspections, and integrate EHS into new processes and construction projects. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to support EHS initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Principal Operations Project Manager (OPM) Project Manager role focused on manufacturing operations, cost, and schedule management within the defense sector. Requires experience in engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and business management, with a strong emphasis on Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). | — | 0 |
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| Sr Principal Engineer Systems This role is for a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, and various analyses for complex systems throughout their lifecycle. It requires a strong STEM background, experience in Model Based Systems Engineering, and the ability to maintain a Secret security clearance. The role involves translating customer requirements into technical specifications and solving complex problems with ingenuity and creativity. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Quality Senior Principal Engineer Quality role at Northrop Grumman supporting production activities for marine propulsion and power generation equipment. Responsibilities include devising and implementing inspection/testing methods, developing quality evaluation systems, collaborating with engineering/manufacturing, performing statistical analysis, auditing quality systems, and applying lean/six-sigma methodologies. Requires a STEM degree with significant experience in Quality Assurance, manufacturing, and data analytics, along with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| SCA Electronics Maintenance tech II This role is for a Quality Inspector at Northrop Grumman, focusing on visual and mechanical inspections of electronic and mechanical assemblies for repair and manufacturing programs. The inspector will ensure conformance to drawing requirements and quality management system standards, perform incoming inspections, and witness test verifications. The position requires knowledge of IPC standards, soldering/repair experience, and the ability to maintain detailed records. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Systems Staff Systems Engineer for Digital Ecosystems at Northrop Grumman, responsible for designing and developing system architectures, defining requirements, and performing functional analysis within a model-based systems engineering framework. The role involves automation workflow development for engineering and business processes, requiring a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Test Engineering Manager 2 - 18695 Test Engineering Manager for the Sentinel program, responsible for managing flight test and field engineers preparing ICBM launch facilities, overseeing missile componentry, and ensuring operational readiness and safety for flight test operations. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel – GSI Lab Infrastructure & Test Manager 3 Manager for GSI Lab Infrastructure & Test for the Sentinel program, leading a team of engineers in developing and using laboratories for guidance and aerospace vehicle elements. Responsibilities include test bed design, simulation development, V&V strategy, system integration, and performance testing, along with program management duties like staffing and cost account management. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 3 or 4 Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting two programs with a singular baseline, working in an Agile team environment. Requires a Top-Secret clearance and experience with Kubernetes, Helm, Java, and Git. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Engineer 2/3 Industrial Engineer at Northrop Grumman focused on process improvement, waste elimination, and efficiency in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include mathematical modeling, data analysis, simulation, time studies, value stream mapping, and facility layout design. Requires a STEM degree and experience with MES, Microsoft Office, Excel, data analysis software (Tableau), and factory simulation tools (FlexSim). A DoD Secret Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal System Safety Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal System Safety Engineer in Melbourne, FL. The role involves developing and evaluating product systems, associated support equipment, and facilities for safety requirements, assessing implementations for hazards, and collaborating with design teams. Responsibilities include analyzing safety criteria, preparing technical documentation for Airworthiness Certification, reviewing test plans, and performing System Safety Analysis per MIL-STD-882E. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience (or Master's with 7) and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Familiarity with system safety engineering principles, requirements development, and various analysis techniques is essential. Preferred qualifications include experience with specific requirements and safety tools, military systems safety standards, flight test engineering, and hardware/software integration. | — | 0 |
| Manager Mission Assurance 2 - 13746-1 Manager for Mission Assurance group supporting the Sentinel program, focusing on quality and process adherence for a defense system. Responsibilities include leading engineers, overseeing program reviews, collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| Global Supply Chain Material Planning Inventory and Logistics Director 1 This role is for a Director of Global Supply Chain Material Planning, Inventory, and Logistics. The primary focus is on end-to-end supply chain performance, data-based management, continuous improvement, technology enablement, and compliance. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, demand management using statistical and machine-learning techniques, inventory optimization, logistics and transportation management, and financial performance management. The role requires extensive experience with supply chain systems and data analytics. | — | 0 |
| Engineer or Principal Engineer Structural Analysis (4/10 2nd Shift) Engineer or Principal Engineer for Structural Analysis at Northrop Grumman, focusing on analyzing metals, non-metallic materials, and composite structures for airframe applications. Responsibilities include damage tolerance, durability analysis, and performing random vibration analysis using FEMAP, Nastran, Catia, and NX. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with bonded composite structural analysis. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst to manage and monitor costs and schedules on government contracts. Responsibilities include setting up cost control systems, performing financial analyses, preparing budgets and schedules, and ensuring adequate funding. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Mathematics, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Supply Chain Planning Specialist Staff Supply Chain Planning Specialist role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on proposal efforts, material strategy, cost/performance management, and Earned Value Management within a defense context. Requires experience in supply chain, FAR/DFARS compliance, and advanced Excel skills. Security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Principal Regulatory Compliance Analyst This role is for a Principal Regulatory Compliance Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Pricing and Estimating team. The primary responsibilities include managing post-award proposal audits, developing and implementing procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements impacting the Estimating System, and investigating compliance questions. The role requires experience with FAR and DFAR, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Test Engineer - Level 2 Test Engineer for modeling and simulation threat software in support of missile defense systems. Responsibilities include designing, testing, analyzing, benchmarking, validating, verifying, documenting, and integrating simulation products. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Software Engineering 2 Manager Software Engineering 2 at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel (GBSD) program. The role involves approximately 20% functional management (staffing, recruitment, performance evaluations, career development) and 80% technical duties. The technical focus is leading a Command & Control (C2) Software Test Team of ~20 engineers, responsible for developing, performing, and supporting test activities, documentation, cost account management, risk management, and participating in technical planning, verification, validation, and analysis. The role also involves creating technical reports, presenting results, and leading automation and integration efforts. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Engineering Design/Principal Engineering Design 10601-1 This role supports the Sentinel Weapon System Design Analysis & Configuration team, focusing on managing the product baseline. Responsibilities include architecting drawing trees, managing EBOM, product effectivity, developing installation packages, and providing guidance on design engineering processes. The role also involves authoring procedures and integrating the supply base product baseline. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Electronics Engineer - Supplier Management Team (SMT) Lead Senior Principal Electronics Engineer role focused on Supplier Management Team (SMT) Lead for communication or payload systems within Northrop Grumman's Avionics Integration Organization. Responsibilities include coordinating SMT efforts, managing supplier performance across all phases, and reporting supplier status. Requires a STEM degree, significant engineering experience, aerospace electronics systems experience, supplier management experience, and a DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Systems Engineer specializing in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) to join their team in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves writing, interpreting, and flowing down E3 requirements, designing ground systems, chassis, and harness shielding, developing models, performing analyses, and preparing/reviewing E3 test procedures and reports. The position requires experience with MIL-STD-464 or MIL-STD-461 and RF, Test, or design engineering. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Contracts Administrator - Level 2 or 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contracts Administrator (Level 2 or 3) in Magna, UT. This role involves monitoring contract activities, administering contracts, modifications, and task orders, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Responsibilities include reviewing RFPs, providing contract guidance on FAR/DFAR, managing CDRL/DAL items, partnering with Contracting Officers, supporting subcontract execution, and reviewing Program Change Requests. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Data Processing Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Data Processing Lead to define, design, integrate, test, and certify hardware and software requirements for mission processing and data storage. The role involves interpreting and allocating requirements, designing system models and architectures, performing hardware integration and testing, and collaborating with various teams and suppliers. Experience with model-based systems engineering and supplier management is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer -18556 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel program, supporting Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include developing unit-level hardware test procedures, collaborating on requirements, supporting higher-level tests, and coordinating lab integration activities. The role requires experience with MBSE, system integration, test plan development, and Atlassian tools, with a Secret security clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Systems Administrator This role is for a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Administrator supporting the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Program at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibility is to configure, operate, and maintain the DARC computer infrastructure systems for the Early Use program, ensuring data is tagged, archived, and sanitized. The role requires an active Secret clearance and experience with Linux, network components, and scripting tools like Ansible. It is not directly involved in AI/ML model development but supports a radar system that generates data for USSPACECOM and USSF. | — | 0 |
| Quality Engineer - Level 3 Quality Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on ensuring quality in assembly, process, mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems, as well as procured parts. Responsibilities include investigating discrepancies, developing corrective actions, interfacing with stakeholders, verifying test configurations, and supporting production activities. The role requires experience in high-reliability fields like aerospace and a production/manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Systems Modeling Simulation Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level) Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer responsible for the design, development, integration, and test of physics-based, real-time engineering simulations in support of Operator-In-The-Loop (OITL) mission simulations, including sensor/payload operations and Electronic Warfare effects. The role involves modeling operational environments, performing trade studies via computer simulation, and recommending alternative architectures using C#/C++, JAVA, or other Object Oriented programming languages. Experience with modeling of Radars, Missiles, IADS, or Air/Space platforms, Electronic Warfare, or Red/Blue CONOPs/TTPs is required. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer - Level 3/4 Software Engineer for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, focusing on developing and sustaining mission operational software product lines and new capabilities for a restricted SCI customer in support of national security. Requires advanced C++ and Linux skills, with potential for Agile and DevSecOps experience. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - 17725 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer to lead a team responsible for developing and managing software test infrastructure and a secure, immutable test network for the Sentinel program. The role requires strong leadership, networking, OS, and security experience, with a Secret security clearance mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (2018-2) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support the Sentinel program in Huntsville, AL. The role involves providing systems engineering expertise for the design, integration, and testing of enterprise-level cybersecurity systems, evaluating designs against DoD and industry standards, and using model-based engineering tools. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with MBSE, SysML, UML, DOORS, and CAMEO. | — | 0 |
| Engineer / Principal Engineer Structural Analysis Engineer/Principal Engineer Structural Analysis role at Northrop Grumman focusing on structural modification stress analysis for aerospace structures. Responsibilities include analyzing metals, non-metallic materials, and composite structures, performing damage tolerance and durability analysis, and random vibration analysis using tools like Catia, FEMAP, Patran, and Nastran. Requires a STEM degree with relevant experience and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial support and analysis for development programs within the F-35 and F-22 aircraft modernization portfolio. Responsibilities include budget and schedule preparation, financial analysis (funding profiles, cash forecasting, variance analysis), Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, cost risk analysis, and supporting audits and financial reporting. | — | 0 |
| Principal Systems Engineer\Sr Principal Engineer Systems-AHT Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System program in Huntsville, AL. The role involves systems engineering lifecycle experience for missile/weapon systems, functional analysis, and trade studies. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with SAFe Agile. The position may be filled at Level 3 or Level 4. | — | 0 |
| Principal or Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Landing Gear) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer specializing in landing gear systems for advanced aircraft. The role involves design, development, integration, and trade studies of landing gear mechanisms, working with suppliers, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Requires a Secret security clearance and ability to obtain SAP. | — | 0 |
| Configuration Data Management Controller 2 This role is for a Configuration Data Management Controller at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing and reviewing engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with specifications, and analyzing changes to product design. It requires a high school diploma with related experience and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Administrative Assistant 2 Administrative Assistant role at Northrop Grumman supporting a team with calendar management, meeting support, travel arrangements, and general office operations. Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer (Secret) - Level 3 (Chandler) Embedded Software Engineer with experience in C/C++ development in a Linux environment, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and the full software development lifecycle. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer (Secret) - Level 5 (Chandler) Embedded Software Engineer with experience in C/C++ on Linux, real-time operating systems, and full software development lifecycle. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer (Rancho Bernardo - El Segundo - Palmdale CA) Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing, implementing, and maintaining modular simulation and modeling software using C++ and Python. Responsibilities include integrating simulation components, designing and executing tests, optimizing performance, and collaborating with systems engineers. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 2 years of experience, and an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineer /Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2/3) to focus on affordability improvement and production scaling projects for classified programs. Responsibilities include project creation and execution, cost estimating, board presentations, cross-functional project management, facility expansion planning, and supporting manufacturing proposals. The role requires a STEM Bachelor's degree and relevant engineering experience, with a Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to focus on affordability improvement and production scaling projects for classified programs. Responsibilities include creating and executing projects, cost estimating, board presentations, cross-functional project management, and facility expansion planning. The role requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience in relevant engineering fields and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance and SAP. | — | 0 |
| Field Engineer Field Engineer role supporting the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) Program, involving on-site technical support, inventory management, customer interaction, system troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication systems. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with military communication systems. | — | 0 |
| Field Engineer Level 2 / 3 (OCONUS) Field Engineer Level 2 or 3 for deployment to overseas field locations, performing hands-on technical tasks during ground system installation, integration, operations, and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system. Requires experience with network devices, computer systems, and software installation, with a focus on process definition and customer interaction. | — | 0 |
| Space Payload I&T - Engineer/Principal Engineer This role involves I&T analysis and development of analysis tools, coding/scripting for RF data interpretation, debugging, troubleshooting, and system compliance assessment. The engineer will support various test environments and create/improve custom software tools for I&T and operational workflows within the space systems domain. The position requires a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Senior Specialist Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Supply Chain Lead to manage and shape the company's supply chain strategy, focusing on supplier relationships, negotiation, and operational efficiency for pioneering defense programs. The role requires experience in supply chain functions, subcontract management, and strong analytical skills, with UK citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance being mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Machinist 3 - Days Nights Weekends Machinist 3 role focused on operating and setting up CNC mills and lathes, performing manual machining, and creating precision tooling and fixtures. Requires interpreting blueprints, GD&T, and CAD models, and selecting machining parameters. Involves self-inspection and collaboration with engineers and quality personnel. Basic qualifications include a high school diploma and 5 years of machine shop experience, with preferred qualifications including advanced programming, specific control knowledge, and aerospace background. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 - 16282 Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. Responsibilities include people leadership, mentoring, managing direct reports' goals and performance, ensuring time charging, conflict resolution, career growth, and aligning technical roles. Also involved in integration lead for LGC Specific Hardware. | — | 0 |
| System Test Engineer / Principal System Test Engineer System Test Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on testing training systems, involving test planning, procedure development, data analysis, and reporting. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with system integration and training systems. | — | 0 |