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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| Manufacturing Engineer/Principal - Machining&Fabrication Manufacturing Engineer/Principal - Machining&Fabrication role at Northrop Grumman focused on designing manufacturing processes for complex machined components using various equipment and techniques. Responsibilities include process design, sequence of operations, inspection requirements, continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and interfacing with shop floor personnel. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with relevant experience and the ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - 18563 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves designing and developing capabilities and performance requirements for the Guidance Computer, defining system interfaces, implementation approach, and operational concept. Responsibilities include technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost/risk analysis, and ensuring conversion of customer requirements into total system solutions within technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 5-8 years of experience (depending on level), and an active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance. |
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| Optical Receiving Inspector 3 Optical Receiving Inspector responsible for inspecting purchased parts and materials for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements. This includes verifying dimensions using measuring devices, visually inspecting for defects, and verifying specifications against documentation. The role makes pass/fail decisions and maintains records of inspection results. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Systems Engineering Technical Manager 3- 18564 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineering Technical Manager 3 to lead a training team for the Sentinel ICBM program. The role involves characterizing training needs, collaborating with SMEs, developing training materials, coordinating cohorts, delivering training, and measuring ROI. Requires a STEM degree, Secret clearance, and experience in systems engineering and program management. | — | 0 |
| Deployable Aircraft Mechanic 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deployable Aircraft Mechanic 3 to perform minor structural repairs and modifications, troubleshoot, repair, and service aircraft and engine systems, and conduct maintenance on various aircraft systems. The role involves reading wiring diagrams and blueprints, and may include cross-utilization into aircraft low observable maintenance. Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, 4 years of relevant experience, and an active Top Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain SAP clearance and maintain medical requirements for worldwide travel. | — | 0 |
| Deployable Avionics Technician 4 Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems wiring in aircraft in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. Fabricate, install, and test wiring harnesses. Read wiring diagrams and blueprints. | — | 0 |
| Deployable Aircraft Mechanic 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deployable Aircraft Mechanic 4 to perform minor structural repairs and modifications on aircraft. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and servicing aircraft and engine systems, conducting malfunction diagnoses, and performing maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. The role also involves fabricating, installing, and testing wiring harnesses, reading wiring diagrams and blueprints, and potentially performing aircraft low observable maintenance tasks such as repair of composite or metallic structures, sanding, stripping, testing, and masking. | — | 0 |
| Deployable Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic 3 This role is for a Deployable Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic 3 at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities involve working with aircraft low observable outer mold line structures, preparing surfaces for coating, mixing and applying sealants and paints, and performing component-level testing. The role may also involve general aircraft maintenance, including structural repairs, modifications, and servicing of aircraft and engine systems. A Top Secret clearance is required, and the role involves significant travel. | — | 0 |
| Hardware Engineer - Level 2 Hardware Engineer for Northrop Grumman supporting SATCOM ground systems, focusing on architecture, design, integration, and deployment. Responsibilities include end-to-end data-flow solutions, cross-functional team coordination, procurement, and technical support for hardware development. Requires Secret clearance and experience with HWIL labs, SATCOM terminals, and networking technologies. | — | 0 |
| Hardware Engineer - Level 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Hardware Engineer - Level 4 in Boulder, CO to support the architecture, design, integration, and deployment of large-scale SATCOM ground systems. Responsibilities include serving as a mission engineer for end-to-end data-flow solutions, coordinating with cross-functional teams, supporting procurement and testing of hardware, and developing requirement specifications. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience (or equivalent), an active Secret clearance, and hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop laboratories, SATCOM ground terminals, and server/storage/network technologies. CompTIA Security+ certification is required. | — | 0 |
| Subcontracts Manager 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Subcontracts Manager 2 to manage a team of Subcontract Administrators, ensuring subcontracts meet program cost and schedule objectives. This role involves negotiating terms, managing subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR and DFARS, and supporting proposal activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in subcontracts or contracts, experience leading teams, and knowledge of relevant regulations and data rights. | — | 0 |
| Principal Information Systems Project Manager - 18552 Project Manager for the Sentinel Program, overseeing large-scale, complex projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities include CAM, EVMS, IMS, RIO, procurement, resource management, and Agile tasks. Requires a Secret security clearance and knowledge of Systems Engineering V Life Cycle or SDLC. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr Principal Project Manager Project Manager for the Columbia Dreadnought Launcher Program, responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, reporting, risk, and stakeholder satisfaction within a manufacturing and production environment. Requires experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and adherence to contract scope. | — | 0 |
| Non Destructive Test Technician - Tech 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Nondestructive Test Technician 2 in Palmdale, CA, to perform ultrasonic (UT) inspections on aircraft components. Responsibilities include reviewing procedures, operating and calibrating UT equipment, interpreting and reporting results, and providing training to junior technicians. Requires a High School Diploma, minimum 2 years of UT experience, ability to read blueprints, and an active Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Subcontracts Administrator Level 3 or Level 4 This role is for a Supply Chain Subcontracts Administrator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing subcontracts from proposal to execution, including sourcing, contractual management, proposal analysis, negotiation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position requires experience in government contracting and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal FPGA/ASIC Engineer - Level 3 Principal FPGA/ASIC Engineer for Command and Data Handling (C&DH) products in the aerospace sector, focusing on research, design, coding, verification, synthesis, and place & route for FPGA/ASIC applications in space environments. | — | 0 |
| E-6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic 3 - Structures Northrop Grumman is seeking experienced structure aircraft mechanics to support a maintenance program for the Navy E-6 aircraft. Responsibilities include maintaining, repairing, and modifying aircraft structures, components, and engines, interpreting technical manuals, and troubleshooting complex issues. The role requires a broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, and the ability to use specialized tools and interpret technical data. | — | 0 |
| E-6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic 3 - Avionics Northrop Grumman is seeking experienced Avionics Aircraft Mechanics for the E-6B aircraft maintenance program in Lake Charles, LA. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing aircraft mechanical and electrical components, interpreting technical data, and performing various inspections. This role requires a thorough knowledge of aircraft systems and specialized tools. | — | 0 |
| E-6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic 2 (Structures) Northrop Grumman is seeking experienced aircraft mechanics to support a maintenance program for the Navy E-6B aircraft in Lake Charles, LA. Responsibilities include maintaining, repairing, and modifying aircraft structures and components, troubleshooting malfunctions, and performing various inspections. The role requires a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems, sheet metal repair, and the use of specialized tools and technical documentation. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 1 Manager Programs Level 1 role at Northrop Grumman in Plymouth, MN, focused on leading cross-functional teams to deliver contractual requirements on cost and schedule for programs within the Fuzing and Warhead business. Responsibilities include managing the full program life cycle, customer relationships, proposal development, risk management, and resource allocation. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 3 years of experience, with a strong understanding of project management skills and toolsets. A DoD security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Material Cost Management organization. The primary responsibilities involve implementing and managing Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs), ensuring compliance with DOD EVMS guidelines. The analyst will prepare month-end reports, develop and review Estimates at Completion (EACs), and manage cost and schedule baselines for major subcontracts and general procurement. The role requires experience with EVMS, financial systems (SAP/Cobra), and strong analytical and communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Advanced Programs - Staff Systems Engineer - 16292 Staff Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman supporting Advanced Programs Fulgurite project. Responsibilities include conceptual and preliminary design support for strategic systems, requirements definition, trade-studies, architecture development, and maturing technologies. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, active Top Secret clearance, SAP approval, and 5+ years of experience with Nuclear Hardness & Survivability (NH&S) systems design and testing. | — | 0 |
| Property and Asset Control Support 1 This role is responsible for maintaining records of property and assets, including materials, repair items, and test equipment, in accordance with company procedures and government regulations. Key duties involve managing logs for receiving, transfers, allocations, storage, and shipments, conducting inventories, ensuring accurate handling of customer-furnished material, and updating property records in a database. The position requires learning data entry systems, professional communication skills, and the ability to work in a demanding environment. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Supply Support Programs Manager 2 (18413) Manager for Supply Support Programs, focusing on Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for the Sentinel weapon system. Responsibilities include provisioning, IUID, spares recommendations, influencing product design for supportability, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing program performance (cost, schedule, technical), and directing a team. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with DoD provisioning requirements. | — | 0 |
| Manager Network Engineering 2 - 17855 Manager of Network Engineering responsible for overseeing network operations, risk management, security compliance, and leading a high-performing network team in a 24/7 environment. Requires experience in network operations, dashboard development, and compliance with regulatory frameworks like DoD RMF and NIST SP 800 53. | — | 0 |
| Electro Mechanical Engineer - 1/2 (Alice Springs AU) Electro Mechanical Engineer responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of ground terminal communication systems, including antennas, servo systems, and RF components, at a customer's field site. Requires a STEM degree and experience with RF communication systems and antenna/ground hardware. Security clearance and ability to pass a polygraph exam are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal Configuration Analyst - 16500 Principal Configuration Analyst for the Sentinel program at Northrop Grumman, supporting ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include planning meetings, managing technical baselines, performing document reviews, developing Data Management products (CDRL/SDRL), and providing CM/DM expertise. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 4 years of direct CM/DM experience in a DoD environment, with an active Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| DoD SkillBridge Composite Bonder Technician 2/3 This is an internship position for transitioning military service members through the DoD SkillBridge program at Northrop Grumman. The role focuses on composite bonding for aircraft structures, involving reading blueprints, applying bonding agents, operating equipment like autoclaves and presses, and ensuring quality control. It is an entry to mid-level technician role. | — | 0 |
| Deputy Software Lead - Level 4 Deputy Software Lead for Internal Research and Development (IRAD) focusing on software development for a Fire Control System. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in C++, Java, or Python, and containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 2 or 3 Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing, testing, and maintaining Python applications on Linux servers, with an emphasis on secure coding practices, CI/CD pipelines, and collaboration within a defense sector organization. Requires an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 4 Software Engineer Level 4 at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO, focusing on designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Python applications on Linux servers. Responsibilities include using Git for version control, participating in code reviews, troubleshooting, performance tuning, collaborating with cross-functional engineers, contributing to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), integrating AWS cloud services, and producing technical documentation adhering to DoD security and compliance standards. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent), an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and willingness to obtain a CI Poly. Preferred qualifications include experience with Go Lang, AWS services, and Agile/Scrum. | — | 0 |
| Principal/ Sr Principal Systems Engineer This role is for a Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, risk, and supportability analyses for total systems throughout their lifecycle. The position requires a STEM degree and experience, with a preference for Model Based Systems Engineering and Agile workflows. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Gun Mission Module Technician (Field Technician 2) This role involves maintaining and providing technical support for US Navy Mission Module equipment, including performing scheduled and corrective maintenance, fault isolation, and installation/removal of equipment. The technician will also be responsible for analyzing equipment performance, supporting maintenance planning, and operating independently for troubleshooting. The position requires hands-on experience with weapon systems and maintenance management systems, along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks and maintain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Electronics OR Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics (Levels 3 or 4) This role provides operations and maintenance support for the MQ-4C Triton sensors and communications systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting system issues, providing real-time support to flight operations, performing system performance evaluations, and acting as a liaison for engineering teams. The role requires a strong understanding of communications, networks, and payload subsystems, with a focus on fault isolation, remediation, and resolution. Experience with test equipment and system administration is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors Principal Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors focused on developing advanced test sets and procedures for characterizing RF devices and circuits spanning DC to THz. Responsibilities include collaborating with product engineers and designers, validating RF performance, developing automated test solutions, debugging failures, and driving yield improvements. Requires hands-on experience with RF test equipment and automated test scripting. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Mission Assurance Principal Engineer Mission Assurance at Northrop Grumman, focusing on ensuring quality and compliance with customer and internal requirements throughout program lifecycles. Responsibilities include interpreting requirements, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing, performing root cause analysis, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and supporting quality management systems. Requires a STEM degree and experience in quality engineering principles, manufacturing operations, and ISO/AS9100 standards. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Software - Embedded and Real Time (Level 5) Staff Engineer Software role focused on designing, developing, integrating, and testing embedded and real-time software for flight and safety-critical systems within a defense company. Requires C, C++, and/or Python development experience, experience with real-time operating systems, and static/dynamic code analysis tools. Active Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Manager Field Engineering Services 2 - 17826 Manager Field Engineering Services 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading field engineers and technicians, ensuring compliance with government and contractual requirements for the Missile Field Battlespace Awareness Remote Visual Assessment Contractor Logistics Program. The role involves managing maintenance activities, providing technical guidance, training, and oversight, and enforcing safety and security policies. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience in military security systems and networks. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Process Engineer This role is for a Sr. Principal Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing and planning manufacturing processes for material processing operations. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing processes, identifying improvements, responding to changes, troubleshooting production issues, and establishing process requirements and controls. The role requires a STEM degree with relevant experience and knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Electronics Durability Engineer Senior Principal Electronics Durability Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on electronics durability analysis, thermal/structural analysis, and fatigue-driven design for various platforms. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial and administrative support for programs using Earned Value Management (EVM). Responsibilities include establishing work breakdown structures, maintaining performance baselines, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting for government contracts. The role requires proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office, with experience in government contracting and EVM being essential. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Schedule Control analyst 2/3 This role is for a Program Cost, Schedule, and Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting a defense program. The analyst will manage and monitor contract costs using Earned Value Management (EVM), perform financial analysis, prepare budgets, and ensure funding availability. Responsibilities include setting up cost control systems, guiding Control Account Managers (CAMs) on EVMS activities, and maintaining cost/schedule baselines. The role requires strong Excel skills and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems division. This role involves providing financial and administrative support, including Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, to program managers and cost account managers. Responsibilities include establishing work breakdown structures, maintaining performance baselines, forecasting estimates to complete, and supporting internal/external reporting and variance analysis. Requires experience in government contracting with EVM and financial forecasting. | — | 0 |
| Principal Systems Engineer Principal Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focusing on the full lifecycle of systems engineering, from requirements definition and architecture development to design reviews, verification, and transition to production. Requires strong analytical skills, experience with systems engineering tools, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in the defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Software Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for builds, deployments, and regression testing. The role involves developing integration-test plans, configuring environments, and ensuring system targets are met. The engineer will champion automation, rapid issue resolution, and continuous integration. | — | 0 |
| Director of Programs 2 - Research & Advanced Design Director of Programs 2 for Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems Sector, leading profit & loss for early-stage aeronautics R&D and low-rate component manufacturing at the Dayton, Ohio site. Focuses on advanced survivability technologies, cultivating customer relationships (AFRL, DARPA), and developing new business opportunities. Manages a large workforce and oversees program execution from inception to transition. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electrical/Principal Engineer Electrical - 17051 &17078 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Principal Electrical Engineer to support the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves designing electrical power systems, analyzing electrical systems, and collaborating with integration teams for ground systems. Requires a STEM degree, US citizenship, a Secret clearance, and experience in electrical architecture, power system design, or mixed-signal circuit development. Experience with power system design software and industry codes is also required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Electrical Engineer - 18438 Electrical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Sentinel program, focusing on ground facilities and hardware for ICBM systems. Responsibilities include electrical systems design, analysis, reviewing engineering deliverables, and ensuring design quality. Requires a Secret DoD Clearance and experience with electrical principles and systems. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Nuclear Surety Staff Systems Engineer - 18403 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Nuclear Surety Systems Engineer to support the Sentinel Program. This role involves decomposing safety manuals into requirements, providing systems engineering expertise for a next-generation ICBM weapon system, and evaluating physical security designs. The position requires a Secret clearance and experience with software development and analysis tools. | — | 0 |
| Systems Administrator Level 2/3 - Top Secret Systems Administrator for Northrop Grumman's TRITON Program, responsible for maintaining Windows and VMware, as well as Linux/Redhat systems in a classified government environment. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with system administration tasks including installation, patching, monitoring, and security. | — | 0 |