Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Aerospace · Defense
Currently tracking 12 active AI roles, with 2062 new openings in the last 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 14 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 (50%), post-training (29%), serving infrastructure (21%). 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 (14 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently mention: C++, Software Engineering, Python, NumPy & Pandas, Machine Learning.
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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| Sr. Principal Systems Engineer This role is for a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer on an Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) program, focusing on hardware design, prototyping, testing, and integration of software and scripting within a USMC context. The position requires a Secret clearance and involves supporting senior engineers in developing system architectures, designs, and ensuring adherence to military standards, with a focus on hardware and system integration. | — | 0 |
| Security Manager 2 (FSO) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Security Manager 2 (FSO) in Huntsville, AL, to manage compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), conduct self-inspections, handle personnel clearances (DISS), and oversee physical security for classified areas. The role involves acting as the primary liaison with DCSA, managing security education, and safeguarding classified information. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer – Level 5 This role is for a Design Engineer specializing in internal insulation for rocket motors at Northrop Grumman. The engineer will be responsible for overseeing and performing peer reviews of insulation design and analysis, ensuring consistency across programs, owning design command media, establishing training aids, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting manufacturing and R&D projects. The position requires a strong technical background in insulation design, materials, testing, and fabrication, with expert knowledge of specific in-house software. |
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| Manager Business Management 2 Manager, Business Management 2 for Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) Platform Systems Modernization (PSM) Operating Unit (OU). This role partners with Program Managers to manage all financial aspects, develop strategic and operating plans, and lead a business management team. Responsibilities include proposal development, program planning, financial control, forecasting, EACs/ETCs, financial reporting, and cash modeling. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business with 8+ years of experience (or Master's with 6 years), strong financial analysis skills, leadership experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Experience with SAP, MS Project, DOD financial models, and Earned Value Management is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Contracts Administrator Senior Principal Contracts Administrator role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for defense contracts. Requires experience with government regulations like FAR and DFAR. | — | 0 |
| Engineer/Principal Guidance Navigation Control 2 - 3 Develops and evaluates guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems for aerospace applications. Involves applying mathematical models, control theories, and algorithm development for precision navigation and control. Focuses on analyzing system behavior, designing solutions, and integrating hardware/software for advanced aerospace vehicles. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Aeronautical Engineer with expertise in hydraulics to serve as a subject matter expert and lead improvement initiatives for the hydraulics subsystem. The role involves supplier management, system analysis, documentation, and technical brief presentations. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 8 years of experience, and an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Aeronautical Engineer Staff Aeronautical Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the hydraulics subsystem. Responsibilities include serving as subject matter expert, leading improvement initiatives, acting as an engineering representative in supplier management, performing system analysis, defining changes, responding to subsystem needs, and presenting technical briefs. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience (or Master's with 10, PhD with 8), experience with diverse technical teams, aeronautic hydraulic systems, design/analysis/engineering tools, CATIA V5, TeamCenter, and an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Subcontracts Administrator This role is for a Principal Subcontracts Administrator at Northrop Grumman, a defense company. The primary responsibilities include managing subcontracts from development to closeout, including strategic sourcing, proposal analysis, negotiation, and performance monitoring. The role requires experience with FAR/DFAR and potentially in regulated industries, with a focus on ensuring compliance and managing supplier relationships. It is not directly involved in AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Acoustic Analyst Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Acoustic Analyst level 5 in Sunnyvale, CA to support the development and ongoing support of US Navy machinery. The role involves using classical analysis techniques to understand and resolve machinery acoustic performance issues, developing predictive/simulation models, and performing various acoustic and vibration analyses. The analyst will gather and analyze test data, correlate model predictions, prepare technical reports, and collaborate with internal and customer teams. Requires a STEM degree with significant experience, proficiency in simulation software like Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, and MATLAB, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 3 - Labs Program Manager for Lab Standup (design, procurement, fabrication, integration, and operations) at Northrop Grumman. Requires leading cross-functional teams, managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance, cultivating customer relationships, and overseeing proposal preparation and execution. Must have a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Infrastructure Product Owner (DevOps) – Level 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Infrastructure Product Owner (DevOps) – Level 4 to support their Software and Electronics/Payloads Department. This role requires extensive DevOps experience, including CI/CD pipeline deployment, experience with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab Pipelines, Scripting, Terraform, and Agile Product Owner experience. A TS/SCI clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Staff Navigation Systems Engineer Staff Navigation Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design and implementation of model-based navigation software. Responsibilities include architecting navigation algorithms, defining technical roadmaps, leading a multidisciplinary team, and representing the company at technical conferences. Requires expertise in sensor fusion, state estimation algorithms (Kalman filters), and INS mechanizations. | — | 0 |
| Infrastructure Product Owner (DevOps) – Level 5 Product Owner for a DevOps team supporting software engineers, DevOps engineers, systems administrators, database administrators, network engineers, and engineering leaders within the Space Sector. Requires TS/SCI clearance and experience with CI/CD, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab Pipelines, Scripting, Terraform, and Agile methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Precision Electromechanical Assembler 3 (Second Shift) This role involves performing precision electromechanical assembly and soldering of circuit card assemblies, supporting prototype development, and ensuring product quality in a manufacturing environment. It requires adherence to specialized processes, safety protocols, and detailed record-keeping. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Digital Engineer Sr. Principal Digital Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on the design and verification of digital systems for safety-critical development programs, utilizing Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps, and Agile practices. Requires extensive knowledge of digital design and verification concepts, FPGA/SOC/ASIC implementation, and experience with hardware requirements definition through production transitioning. The role involves interfacing with program leads, scientists, and manufacturing organizations to integrate requirements, processes, and tools for future generation products in navigation, video, and cockpit systems. | — | 0 |
| Engineer/Principal Engineer RF Microwave Design (SkillBridge) Northrop Grumman is seeking engineers with experience in RF/microwave and mixed-signal assembly and subsystem design through their SkillBridge program. The role involves designing, modeling, simulating, and verifying RF/microwave components and assemblies, including custom RF integrated circuit designs. Participants will gain experience across the product lifecycle and collaborate with various engineering and manufacturing functions. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Program Manager Level 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineering Program Manager Level 3/4 to support the Strategic Launcher Engineering team within the Fleet Ballistic Missile umbrella. This role involves overseeing end-to-end technical execution, cost, schedule, quality, and staffing of development efforts, acting as a Scrum Master, managing engineering control accounts, creating schedules and budgets, leading proposal activities, managing scope baseline, developing staffing demands, collecting engineering metrics, ensuring technical scope compliance, and identifying/mitigating technical risks. The position requires a STEM degree with relevant experience, experience as a technical project lead, understanding of engineering processes, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer (SkillBridge) This role is for a Principal/Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer participating in the Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program, focusing on hardware and software test solutions, manufacturing support, system integration, and deployment. It requires a Secret Clearance and experience with various electronic test equipment and troubleshooting. | — | 0 |
| Principal Environmental Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Environmental Engineer to manage environmental compliance, sustainability metrics, and risks at their Plymouth, MN facility. Responsibilities include monitoring regulations, managing hazardous waste, preparing emissions reports, conducting inspections, and collaborating with regulators. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related science field and 5 years of experience, with a strong understanding of environmental laws like CAA, CWA, and RCRA. | — | 0 |
| Environmental Engineer / Principal Environmental Engineer Environmental Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on ensuring environmental and regulatory compliance, administering policies, updating standards, and managing risk analyses related to EPA and state/local regulations. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, interacting with regulatory agencies, managing contractor work, performing internal audits, investigating incidents, and supporting sustainability initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 2 Program Manager for a Vehicle Launched Scatterable Anti-tank System (VLSAS) program, focusing on strategic alignment, production execution, scaling capacity, and transitioning to full rate production. The role involves managing program financials, plans, functional teams, and customer relationships for a program with significant revenue potential. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Planning Specialist Northrop Grumman is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist with experience in supply chain management and related fields like business and financial planning, contracts administration, project management, logistics, and manufacturing. The role involves supporting program teams, financial responsibilities (EACs, forecasting, cost account management), presenting to stakeholders, planning program requirements, monitoring inventory, developing supply and demand strategies, problem-solving, risk management, supplier evaluation, prioritizing efforts, managing budgets, and acting as a prime contact on program contracts. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience, or equivalent experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing role at Northrop Grumman focused on the Metal Parts group for Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA) co-production. Responsibilities include specifying, procuring, and installing metal parts equipment, developing production procedures, performing failure analysis, and interfacing with customers. Requires experience in manufacturing and production of mechanical components and systems, with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| LabVIEW Systems Engineer Level 3 Develop and maintain LabVIEW software modules for multi-channel data acquisition, signal processing, and visualization for a modular test platform for rotational machinery. Implement and troubleshoot synchronized data acquisition systems, integrate NI hardware, and develop analysis tools using MATLAB and Python. | — | 0 |
| LabVIEW Software Developer Level 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a LabVIEW Software Developer Level 3 with experience in LabVIEW, data acquisition, and signal processing to support the development of a modular test platform for rotational machinery. The role involves developing and maintaining LabVIEW software modules, implementing synchronized data acquisition systems, integrating NI hardware, and developing analysis tools using MATLAB and Python. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Associate Project Management Associate Project Management role focused on systems sustainment for aircraft, involving project oversight, budget and schedule management, and issue resolution. Requires experience in logistics and scheduling, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and Microsoft Office proficiency. A DoD Secret Clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Principal Mechanical Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to support the design of military electrical systems for defense platforms. This role involves mechanical design, development, testing, production support, and lifecycle sustainment using model-based engineering. Responsibilities include supporting 3U VPX Chassis and Systems design, performing precision-mechanical design work (GD&T, BOMs), developing and executing mechanical testing plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role also involves mentoring junior engineers and ensuring high-reliability inertial products. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Post Flight Data Processing Software Engineer - 18049 Software Engineer role focused on developing and deploying a user interface and database solution for acquiring and processing flight test data, including metadata collection, verification, and quality checks, within the Sentinel program for Northrop Grumman. | — | 0 |
| Network Engineer (26-197) Network Engineer role supporting the C2BMC program, focusing on network build-out, deployments, and support within an Agile Scrum team. Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, a current DoD 8140 certification (IAT Level II or higher), a Secret security clearance, and specific Juniper certifications. Experience with authentication, encryption, virtualization, and automation tools is essential. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Software Engineer – ES (26-200) Software Engineer on the C2BMC program responsible for Java-based software development for the Enterprise Services team. Supports strategic, regional, and operational levels for missile defense operations. Requires a Secret security clearance and IAT Level II or higher certification. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Systems Engineer – Anti-Tamper Systems/HW Engnr (26-206) Sr Principal Systems Engineer for Anti-Tamper Systems/Hardware Engineering on the C2BMC program, focusing on risk assessment, plan development, and protection strategies for critical program information within a defense context. Requires a Secret security clearance and IAT Level II certification. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Field – C2BMC Trainer (26-210) Principal Engineer Field – C2BMC Trainer role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on developing and delivering training materials for C2BMC application operations, missile defense, and space C2 operations. Requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance and experience with C2BMC systems and adult learning principles. The role involves creating computer-based training, instructor guides, and operator manuals, and conducting training events for military users. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Mechanic 2 (Egress) Aircraft Mechanic 2 specializing in egress systems at Northrop Grumman. Responsibilities include maintenance, repair, and installation of aircraft egress systems, ejection seats, canopies, explosive devices, and survival equipment. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with aircraft systems and precision tools. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer (Level 5) Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design, analysis, integration, and testing of RF and EO aperture and payload structure designs for satellite programs. The role involves developing CAD models, managing technical risks, driving digital engineering practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The candidate will also mentor junior engineers and engage with customers and leadership. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer (Level 4) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design, analysis, integration, and testing of RF and EO aperture and payload structure design for satellite programs. The role involves developing CAD models, managing technical risks, driving digital engineering practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years of experience and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst to manage financial requirements for multiple projects, prepare forecasts, and support customer reporting. This role requires experience with financial management tools and Microsoft Office Suite. | — | 0 |
| Site Reliability Engineer (AHT) Site Reliability Engineer role focused on defining and measuring reliability targets, building automation and tooling, and leading incident response for distributed systems. Requires strong systems-thinking, observability fundamentals, and software engineering skills. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the design of military electrical systems for defense platforms using model-based engineering. Responsibilities include mechanical design, testing, qualification, and production support. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - (GWS Product Owner) - Level 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer (Product Owner) - Level 4 to join their team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves leading an Agile Scrum team focused on algorithm development and analysis for the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) product. Responsibilities include interpreting, scoping, and estimating work for algorithm development to meet system-level requirements, planning and scheduling team tasks, and assessing algorithm effectiveness and performance. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 8 years of experience, leadership experience, strong technical presentation skills, MATLAB and Python proficiency, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 Systems Engineer for Northrop Grumman's GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) product, focusing on algorithm development and analysis for a missile defense system. The role involves implementing and assessing new capabilities and algorithms that are critical to the system's performance, working within an Agile Scrum team on a large codebase. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Engineer Software - Deputy Ground Software Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Software to serve as a Deputy Ground Software Lead for satellite ground software development, integration, deployment, and sustainment. The role involves partnering with RTE, owning the bug-fix flow, using data to drive decisions, acting as a technical bridge, and supporting the Development Lead. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience leading teams of 25+ engineers. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Software - Simulation (Melbourne FL) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Software with a focus on Simulation to join their team in Melbourne, Florida. The role involves designing, developing, integrating, and testing software for end-user customers and businesses, with responsibilities in application development and flight simulation within an Agile environment. While the company mentions AI/ML as a technology to be integrated into future platforms, this specific role focuses on simulation software development and does not appear to be directly building or researching AI/ML models. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, a defense company. The analyst will be responsible for setting up and managing cost control systems, monitoring costs and schedules, performing financial analyses, preparing budgets and schedules, monitoring funding, forecasting, and reporting on contracts. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or a Master's degree with entry-level experience in program control, cost planning, business, or finance, along with Microsoft Office proficiency and financial/accounting experience. A Secret clearance is required. Experience with SAP, Deltek Cobra/MPM, and Earned Value Management (EVM) are preferred, particularly within the DoD or aerospace/defense industry. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 4 Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing system specifications and requirements for missile defense systems using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML. Responsibilities include functional analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition, with potential for leading small teams. Requires a STEM degree, experience with MBSE tools like Cameo and DOORS, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 2 Systems Engineer Level 2 at Northrop Grumman to support the Systems Engineering & Integration Team (SE&IT) program. Responsibilities include developing systems engineering products for the Missile Defense System Specification, performing model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for threat systems, developing system-of-systems requirements, and contributing to specification changes and requirements databases. The role involves leading small teams and working on a customer site. | — | 0 |
| Head of PMO Head of PMO for Defence Operating Unit, responsible for strategy, performance, and delivery of Programme Delivery and Project Controls across national-critical programmes. Drives consistency, best practice, and value, developing a high-performing team. Ensures reliable schedules, robust reporting, and actionable insights for major programmes, bids, and investments, supporting mission-critical systems. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial and administrative support for program managers and cost account managers. The primary responsibilities involve Earned Value Management (EVM), including establishing work breakdown structures, maintaining performance baselines, forecasting estimates to complete, and preparing government cost performance reports. The role requires experience in financial analysis, government contracting with EVM, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Price Cost Proposal Analyst - Level 3 or 4 This role supports the F/A-18 Program as a Principal/Sr. Principal Proposal Analyst, focusing on developing and evaluating bids. Responsibilities include compiling cost, schedule, and technical elements, coordinating with functional departments, researching historical data, developing cost models, and participating in fact-finding and negotiation meetings. Requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office and cost estimating tools, and knowledge of proposal development standards like FAR/DFARs. A DoD Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting This role is a Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, close activities, journal entries, financial data analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and SEC regulations. The role also involves leading the SOX program, supporting audits, providing technical accounting guidance, and training staff. A strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting is required, along with experience in public accounting. | — | 0 |