Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
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 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 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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| Manager Programs 2 - Air Vehicle Subsystems - Electrical SMT Lead Manager Programs 2 - Air Vehicle Subsystems - Electrical SMT Lead at Northrop Grumman. This role involves managing suppliers for aircraft electrical subsystems, leading technical trade studies, risk management, and overseeing vendor selection and procurement. Requires experience in project/program management and engineering/business functions, with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 - Air Vehicle Subsystems - Mechanical SMT Lead Manager Programs 2 for Air Vehicle Subsystems - Mechanical SMT Lead at Northrop Grumman. This role involves managing suppliers for aircraft mechanical subsystems, leading technical trade studies, risk management, and overseeing vendor selection and procurement. Requires strong project management and cross-project coordination skills, with a focus on Earned Value management and supplier performance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 - Air Vehicle Subsystems - Fluids SMT Lead |
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| Principal Quality Analyst This role is for a Principal Quality Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on developing and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems for products and processes. The analyst will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing, devise testing procedures, perform statistical analysis, audit quality systems, and lead the resolution of nonconformances. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in quality or manufacturing, knowledge of data analytics and statistical methods, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. Experience with quality management systems like ISO9001 or AS9100 and certified auditing are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Nuclear Surety Systems Engineer 2/3 - 18404* Systems Engineer for the Sentinel Program at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Nuclear Surety for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include decomposing safety manuals into requirements, providing systems engineering expertise for design, integration, and testing, evaluating physical security design, and interfacing with DoD and DOE. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain 2 Manager of Supply Chain Programs responsible for supervising and managing multiple Supply Chain Project Managers in planning, executing, and completing GSC projects within timeline and budget, including managing Earned Value budgets and estimates. This role acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain, coordinating cross-functionally to ensure supply chain commitments are met and developing mitigation plans for programmatic risks related to suppliers. The role involves developing material strategy, leading GSC activities in the Business Acquisition Process, ensuring complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement strategies. Accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and issue resolution. Briefs PMO and executive management on program cost and schedule performance status and issues. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer 3/4 - Nozzle Design This role is for a Design Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design of solid rocket motor nozzles. Responsibilities include creating 3D models, drawings, and specifications, resolving production discrepancies, conducting trade studies, and providing technical guidance. The role requires experience with CAD software and product support in a production environment, with a focus on meeting technical, cost, and schedule requirements for government and commercial programs. | — | 0 |
| Network Communications/Principal Network Communications-15067 This role focuses on network communications, specifically voice over IP (VoIP) systems, for defense applications. Responsibilities include designing, configuring, implementing, and supporting VoIP installations, resolving voice network issues, managing network hardware, and ensuring system reliability and availability. The role requires a Secret security clearance and experience with Cisco unified communications solutions, routing protocols, and network security best practices. Scripting experience in languages like Python is beneficial. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineering Manager 2 Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman responsible for managing systems engineering support for projects, including architecture, requirements, verification, and change control. The role involves personnel management and coordination with customers and cross-functional teams. | — | 0 |
| Principal Production Operations Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal Production Operations Specialist to support Mission Survivability Systems (MSS) Production and Development programs. This role involves managing proposals, production planning, and execution of manufacturing programs, coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and mission assurance. The specialist will interface with the Program Office, represent Operations Manufacturing, oversee proposal generation, and develop production tools/metrics. Responsibilities include monthly reconciliation of Sales Order WBS to MRP WBS and ensuring compliance with company objectives. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or equivalent, experience leading teams, MRP experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. Experience in defense/aerospace, prototype to production, and proposal generation is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Technical Services Project Management 3/4 - 18364 Project Management role supporting the Sentinel Program for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include producing ILS Technical Reports, Maintenance Plans, and Training Requirements Documents, and creating sustainment strategies. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Configuration Analyst (Level 2 or 3) Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Configuration Management (CM) Analyst to support their Armament Systems site in Plymouth, Minnesota. This role involves managing product configuration baselines, releases through PLM tools, JIRA, Bitbucket, and SharePoint. The analyst will create, update, and maintain CM/DM Plans, coach programmatic alignment, perform audits, lead Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, and manage customer/supplier deliverables (CDRLs/SDRLs). Experience in a highly regulated industry and understanding contractual requirements are essential. The position can be filled at Level 2 or 3 depending on experience. | — | 0 |
| Drafter (Level 2 OR 3) Drafter role at Northrop Grumman focused on creating and modifying engineering drawings using CAD tools for parts, assemblies, and installations. Requires experience with detailing drawings, CAD software, and understanding MIL-SPEC standards. The role involves collaboration with engineers and applying GD&T principles. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) Systems Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) at Northrop Grumman supporting Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC). Responsibilities include requirements decomposition, SRR/PDR/CDR support, technical expertise for product lines, and CDRL development. Requires an active Secret clearance and a STEM degree with relevant experience. Familiarity with DOORS, Atlassian suite, and MS Office is expected. Experience with Radar Systems and MBSE is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer (Level 1 OR 2) Electromechanical Engineer (Level 1 OR 2) at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO, focusing on computer hardware design and integration, including power, RF, and fiber optics. Responsibilities include collaborating on designs, finalizing drawings, supporting system testing, and technical writing. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Nuclear Surety Systems Engineer Levels 2/3 - 18389* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Nuclear Surety Systems Engineer (Level 2/3) to support the Sentinel Program, focusing on ensuring the safety and security of nuclear weapons. Responsibilities include decomposing safety manuals into requirements, providing systems engineering expertise for a next-generation ICBM weapon system, evaluating physical security designs, and interfacing with the Department of Defense and Department of Energy. The role involves using model-based engineering tools and requires obtaining a Secret security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval. | — | 0 |
| Electronics Test Technician for 3rd or 4th or 5th shift Electronics Test Technician role at Northrop Grumman focused on testing, troubleshooting, and verifying complex electronic systems and components. Responsibilities include applying electronics principles, selecting and operating test equipment, analyzing data, and assisting engineers with design and process development. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with electronics fabrication and testing. | — | 0 |
| Principal Metrology Engineer Principal Metrology Engineer at Northrop Grumman responsible for technical leadership in a laboratory setting, supporting calibration systems and activities. The role involves developing calibration methods, evaluating measurement uncertainty, and ensuring the reliability of measurement processes for physical and chemical measures. Requires a STEM degree and significant experience in mechanical and electrical metrology, with a focus on standards development and problem-solving. | — | 0 |
| Structural Analysis Engineer (2/3) - MRB (Fri - Su) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to support repair and design solutions for flight hardware, focusing on metallic and composite materials for commercial and military programs. Responsibilities include stress analysis, substantiating repairs, and performing finite element modeling. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly This role is for a Manufacturing Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing, implementing, and improving assembly processes and digital tools for advanced electronics, radar, and communication systems. The role involves developing work instructions, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure production readiness and continuous improvement. While AI is mentioned as a preferred qualification for accelerating process development, the core of the role is traditional manufacturing engineering. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Subcontract Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of subcontracts for complex, specialized goods and services supporting US Government programs. This role involves sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout, with a strong emphasis on compliance with FAR/DFARS and supplier performance management. The position requires collaboration with various internal teams and supplier leadership, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal Systems Engineer - 18410 Principal Systems Engineer role on the Sentinel Program's Delta Flight Test Vehicle (DFTV) within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector. Focuses on supplier management, technical reviews, requirements coordination, and system integration for defense systems. Requires a Secret DoD clearance and experience with requirements management tools like DOORS and MBSE tools like Cameo. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer - 18355* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel Program in Roy, UT. The role involves maintaining computer systems, recommending enhancements, integrating devices, coordinating integration activities, executing root cause analysis for network and system issues, and coordinating integrated testing. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with lab environments, COTS/GOTS integration, hardware/software integration, and network/OS administration. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 18412 Seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining design review procedures, tracking progress, and facilitating design reviews. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 5-8 years of experience (depending on level), and an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SAP approval. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Engineer - 18358 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves requirements, verification, and interfaces for the Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Segment, including interface definition, requirement decomposition, compliance tracking, verification planning and execution. The engineer will also be responsible for MBSE model integration and supporting various design reviews. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Software (TS required) Staff Engineer Software role at Northrop Grumman focused on the full lifecycle design, implementation, and unit testing of software for ground systems, with a strong emphasis on integration, system architectures, and leading engineering teams. Requires extensive experience in software development, Linux tools, automation, containerization, and CI/CD, along with an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - 18428* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves test planning, execution, and analysis for prototype, development, and qualification testing of complex systems. Responsibilities include synthesizing requirements, developing test plans and procedures, performing technical analysis, and leading teams in an Agile environment. Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like CAMEO and DOORS is required. A Secret security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Test Engineer - 18492* Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer / System Test Engineer for the Sentinel (GBSD) program in Roy, UT. The role involves developing system-level test and integration activities, collaborating with IPTs, defining test objectives, and producing architecture models using MBSE tools. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Test Engineer - 16739 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer / Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves supporting the development and execution of HW acceptance test requirements and procedures, integrating HW into systems, troubleshooting failures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a Secret Clearance and potentially SAP certification. Experience with automated testing, HW/SW integration, and test lab setup is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Staff Software Integration Engineer - *16867 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Software Integration Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing and implementing drivers/APIs, using communication protocols, managing bootloaders, and performing various levels of testing and validation for embedded systems. The position requires proficiency in Python, experience with hardware interfaces, real-time operating systems, firmware build systems, version control, CI/CD for embedded, and DevOps practices. A strong understanding of Agile methodologies and debugging skills is also necessary. The role requires a Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Staff Software Integration Engineer - *16863 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Software Integration Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing drivers and APIs for embedded systems, integrating software with hardware interfaces, and managing firmware updates. The position requires proficiency in Python, experience with embedded hardware interfaces, real-time operating systems, hardware validation tools, firmware build systems, version control, and CI/CD for embedded systems. Responsibilities include unit/component testing, hardware-in-the-loop testing, system-level testing, automated measurement, and DevOps practices like containerization and artifact management. The role also involves Agile methodologies and strong analytical debugging skills. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Staff Software Engineer - Core - 16865 & 16866 Staff Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on core software development, likely for defense systems. Requires strong C++ and Python skills, experience with Agile methodologies, and an active Secret clearance. The role involves interpreting complex algorithms and requirements for implementation within a systems engineering context. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Software Integration Engineer - *16838 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Integration Engineer to join their team in Huntsville, AL or Roy, UT. The role involves integrating software with hardware, developing drivers and APIs, utilizing communication protocols, and managing firmware. Key skills include Python and C++ proficiency, embedded/hardware interfaces, real-time operating systems, hardware validation tools, firmware build systems, version control, CI/CD for embedded, and testing/validation methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Software Integration Engineer- *16853 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Integration Engineer to join their team in Huntsville, AL or Roy, UT. The role involves Python proficiency, embedded/hardware interfaces, RTOS/bare-metal development, hardware validation tools, firmware build systems, version control, CI/CD for embedded systems with HIL, software-hardware integration, driver/API design, communication protocols, and managing bootloaders/firmware upgrades. Responsibilities include unit/component testing, HIL testing, system-level testing, automated measurement, coverage/static analysis, containerizing test environments, managing artifact repositories, and OTA/in-field update pipelines. Methodologies include Agile/Scrum/Kanban and V-model/ISO:26262. Requires strong analytical debugging, clear communication, and documentation discipline. Basic qualifications include US Citizenship with an active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Experience with C++ and scripting languages (Python, Bash) is required, along with familiarity with SysML/UML and interpreting complex algorithms. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal Software Integration Engineer- *16886 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Integration Engineer to join their team. The role involves Python proficiency, embedded systems development, hardware interface knowledge, and CI/CD for embedded systems. Responsibilities include software-hardware integration, driver/API design, testing, validation, and DevOps practices. Requires a Bachelor's degree and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer – CI/CD Engineer (26-139) Principal Software Engineer focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automation tools for mission-critical software delivery within the Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program for missile defense. | — | 0 |
| Advanced Programs - Staff Systems Engineer (GN&C) - 18346 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Technical Lead for their Hypersonic Testbed Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Team. The role involves directing the technical development of hypersonic navigation algorithms, designing and implementing strap-down inertial navigation systems integrated with GPS and Kalman-filter techniques, enhancing navigation analysis tools, and conducting covariance analysis. Responsibilities include developing and analyzing GNC algorithms, integrating vehicle navigation algorithms into 6DOF simulations, modeling missile components, and using C++ and MATLAB. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 3 (26-168) Systems Engineer for the C2BMC program, focusing on early-phase (concept, requirements, design) activities. Responsibilities include translating stakeholder needs into technical approaches, supporting technical reviews, creating/critiquing documentation, and leading system modeling using MBSE. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience in Systems Engineering and Architecture. | — | 0 |
| Systems Administrator (X-Lab) - Level 3 (26-170) Systems Administrator role supporting the C2BMC program for Missile Defense System, requiring a Secret security clearance and DoD 8140 certification. Responsibilities include user support, troubleshooting, and system integration for R&D projects and flight tests. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - 18419 This role is for a Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer supporting the Sentinel program at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities involve synthesizing customer requirements into test solutions, developing and executing test plans and procedures, coordinating integrated testing, and performing technical analysis of systems. The role requires experience in systems engineering principles, DOORS, and EMI/E3 test planning, with a strong emphasis on test execution and evaluation within a defense program context. It is not directly involved in AI/ML model development or deployment. | — | 0 |
| Principal Info Sys Project Mgr – Deployment Proj Engr (26-174) Project Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the C2BMC program, focusing on the deployment of software and hardware releases. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, cost management, and coordinating cross-functional teams for missile defense systems. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Systems Test Engineer - 18417 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer / Principal Systems Test Engineer to support the Sentinel program. The role involves requirement derivation, verification planning, test plan development and execution, and technical analysis of systems. Requires a Secret Clearance and experience in systems engineering principles and RF/Comms. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Pricing Analyst This role is for a Sr. Principal Pricing Analyst in the defense/aerospace industry, focusing on developing, analyzing, and supporting cost proposals to government and commercial customers. The analyst must ensure compliance with government regulations like FAR and TINA, interact with management and customer representatives, and support audits and negotiations. Experience with pricing databases and proposal submission processes is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 18412 Systems Engineer role on the Sentinel program, focusing on requirements, verification, and interfaces for the Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Segment. Responsibilities include developing interface artifacts, requirement decomposition, verification planning and execution, and working with MBSE models. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with requirements management tools like DOORS. | — | 0 |
| Aeronautical Engineer - 4 Project Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on the technical execution of Loads and Environments (L&E) work for the SLS program, involving managing technical requirements, creating plans, and collaborating with customers and internal teams. Requires experience in solid rocket motor design/analysis/manufacturing or systems engineering, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Aeronautical Engineer - 5 Project Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on managing technical requirements and execution for a program, likely involving solid rocket motors or ordnance. The role collaborates with various teams including NASA customers and chief engineering, and is responsible for the technical execution of L&E (Loads & Environments) work and documentation. Key responsibilities include creating project plans, providing technical guidance, acting as a customer focal point, managing technical risks, and ensuring requirements compliance. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with significant experience, ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, and experience in solid rocket motor/ordnance component design, analysis, manufacturing, or systems engineering. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on sourcing, negotiating, and managing complex subcontracts for US Government programs. Requires experience in subcontract management, compliance with regulations like FAR/DFARS, and supplier performance monitoring. The role involves collaboration with various internal departments and supplier leadership. | — | 0 |
| Corporate Counsel Intellectual Property This role provides expert legal support for Intellectual Property (IP) matters within Northrop Grumman, focusing on IP transactions, government contract IP, licensing, enforcement, and strategic IP initiatives. The candidate will collaborate with various departments, advise leadership, and develop enterprise-wide training on IP topics. Requires a Juris Doctor, active bar membership, at least 8 years of IP experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Supplier Quality Experienced Supplier Quality Engineer needed for Northrop Grumman's Mesa, Arizona facility, focusing on mechanical and electrical/electronic components. Responsibilities include reviewing supplier corrective actions, leading audits, approving First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), resolving receiving inspection issues, managing source inspections, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring QMS compliance, and analyzing supplier performance. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field, 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing, and strong knowledge of supplier quality, RCCA, GD&T, AS9100/ISO 9001, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). | — | 0 |
| Configuration Analyst Level 3 or 4 (Teamcenter) Configuration Analyst responsible for planning and implementing configuration management (CM) and Data Management (DM) processes on programs in accordance with established CM practices based on EIA/649 and customer contract requirements. This role involves planning and coordination of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications, and schedules, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. The analyst will review contracts, analyze proposed changes, coordinate modification records, and establish change orders. The primary tool used is Siemens TeamCenter. | — | 0 |