Northrop Grumman has 12 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The company is hiring for roles across several stages of AI development, with a significant focus on serving infrastructure, agents, and post-training stages, each representing 33%, 25%, and 25% of the listings respectively. Engineering is the primary function for these roles, and all positions are located in the United States. Frequently mentioned technical tags include agent orchestration, evals, and model serving, suggesting an emphasis on operationalizing AI systems. In the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI roles.
Currently tracking 8 active AI roles, up 222% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $111k–$292k (avg $195k).
Northrop Grumman currently has 12 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer (2), AI Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level), AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level), Discrimination Algorithm Engineer (Level 3 or 4) Secret (Chandler), Engineer Electrical/Principal Electrical Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering.
Northrop Grumman's active AI hiring is concentrated in: serving infrastructure (33%), agents (25%), post-training (25%). 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 (12 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently reference: agent orchestration, evals, inference infra, model serving, agent research.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI-related roles.
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| Manager of Strategic Innovation and Technology Partnerships 3 This role focuses on identifying, vetting, and integrating external emerging technologies, particularly in AI/ML and Quantum Computing, into Northrop Grumman's core mission systems. The Manager of Strategic Innovation and Technology Partnerships will act as a bridge between external innovators and internal R&D, managing partnerships, conducting due diligence, and tracking pilot project success. The role requires a strong technical background, experience in technology scouting or venture capital, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 1 |
| Deputy Operating Unit Program Director Deputy Operating Unit Program Director for Northrop Grumman's Air Dominance Division, responsible for leading programs from inception to completion, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, negotiating contracts, and developing new business. The role also supports higher-level operating unit functions like strategy, capture, and proposals, requiring a Top Secret clearance and willingness to travel. | — |
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| Manager Project Management 1 Manager Project Management 1 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on international defense programs, projects, and pursuits. Responsibilities include execution of multi-million dollar defense programs, continuous improvement, process management, ensuring alignment with business objectives, managing delivery of products through corporate processes and U.S. Government export policies, and supporting business development and capture teams with a focus on exportability and government licensing approvals. The role involves regular interaction with U.S. Government stakeholders and requires an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Manager, Programs Level 2 for Northrop Grumman's SIGINT Technology Center (STC), supporting Intelligence Community and Department of Defense programs. Responsibilities include managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance, cultivating customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring contractual compliance. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or Master's with 6 years, experience with government contracts, EVM, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Human Resources 3 This role is for a Manager Human Resources Business Partner at Northrop Grumman, based in Rolling Meadows, IL. The position involves partnering with the division VP of Engineering & Sciences and managing a team of HR Business Partners. Key responsibilities include driving culture change, strategy development and deployment, hiring and retention, change management, leadership development, staff planning, and preparing the technical workforce for future needs. The role requires a broad knowledge of HR functions such as talent acquisition, talent management, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and compensation. Experience in a matrix organization, project management, and strong business acumen are desired. The candidate will build business relationships, lead HR initiatives, and use data analytics to develop solutions and mitigate risks. A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience or a Master's degree with 8 years of experience is required, along with management experience leading HR professionals. | — | 0 |
| Program Director 2 Program Director for Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) at Northrop Grumman, managing all phases of programs from inception to completion, focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance. Requires extensive knowledge of software development and hardware design, build, and integration, with a strong emphasis on leadership and customer relations. Must hold an active Top Secret clearance and be able to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Contract Administrator - Level 3 or 4 (Hybrid) Seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Contract Administrator for the B-2 Program in Oklahoma City, OK. Responsibilities include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, administration, and customer interface, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Requires knowledge of FAR/DFAR and various contract types. Clearance: Secret. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Supplier Management Team Principal/Sr Principal Project Management - 17859 Project Manager for the Sentinel program at Northrop Grumman, focusing on supplier management and operational aspects of ongoing projects. Requires experience in project management, Earned Value performance, schedule management, and supplier coordination. Security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Program Manager for Software Development Integrated Product Team (IPT) on E-2D Block II and Block I programs. Responsible for leading execution of contract scope, managing cost, schedule, and risk, and leading multifunctional teams. Requires experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), supplier management, and complex development programs. Active Secret clearance required, with ability to obtain Top Secret and SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Contract Administrator - Level 3 (Hybrid) This role is for a Principal Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, focusing on DoD contracting. Responsibilities include proposal preparation, contract negotiation, administration, risk evaluation, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS. A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or equivalent is required, along with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Business Area Operations Lead 3/4 This role is a Business Area Operations Lead at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting the successful execution of cost, schedule, and technical performance in delivering products and services. Key responsibilities include operations management, program execution, staffing, planning support, special projects, executive briefings, and promoting operational efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience (or equivalent experience) and demonstrated experience in operations and project management, including leadership, successful project completion, attention to detail, and collaboration. Experience with automation and efficiency tools is also required. Preferred qualifications include an active DoD Secret Clearance and program management or agile project management experience. | — | 0 |
| Mission Manager (Program Manager 2) - Active Top Secret/SCI required This role is a Program Manager focused on overseeing products that support operator training and force exercises, including modeling and simulation capabilities. It involves responding to RFPs, managing projects, and interfacing with customers, with a strong emphasis on program execution, cost, schedule, and technical performance. The role requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and experience in the defense industry and agile software development. | — | 0 |
| Manager Capture Management 3 Manager Capture Management role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on securing new or re-compete contracts and task order business within the defense sector. Responsibilities include developing capture strategies, performing competitive assessments, identifying teaming suppliers, and leading proposal development efforts for U.S. Government solicitations. Requires experience with the U.S. Government's acquisition process, federal procurement regulations, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager of Program Management 3 Program Manager 3 at Northrop Grumman in San Diego, CA, responsible for managing cost, schedule, and technical performance of multiple development projects within a complex program. Requires a Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. The role involves strategic planning, customer interaction, team leadership, risk management, and proposal development for defense systems. | — | 0 |
| Project Management/Principal Project Management Project Management role focused on Global Supply Chain Program Management for Modernization efforts within Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems division. Responsibilities include leading program execution for supplier activities, risk management, serving as a Control Account Manager (CAM) with EVMS responsibilities, managing proposals, and coordinating cross-functionally to ensure supply chain commitments are met. Requires experience in Supply Chain, Project/Program Management, or Business Management and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supplier Quality 3 Manager for Supplier Performance Management (SPM) Business Unit within Northrop Grumman's Global Supply Chain (GSC) leadership team. Responsible for setting strategy to drive supplier performance, ensuring quality of procured materials and services, and managing a team of supplier quality engineers. Requires experience with quality tools, budget management, and a government secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Contract Administrator This role is for a Senior Principal Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing, negotiating, and administering contracts, primarily within the defense sector. The position involves supporting proposal preparation, customer interactions, and ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR/DFARs. It requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Project Management Staff Project Manager for Northrop Grumman's E-2D Business Unit, focusing on Global Supply Chain Program Management and Cost Account Management duties. The role involves leading cross-functional teams in developing cost proposals and execution plans, managing schedules, budgets, and supplier relationships within a defense aerospace context. Requires experience in supply chain, project management, and government contracting, with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for the strategy, planning, and execution of material and services for programs. This role acts as the main focal point for the supply chain within the PMO, coordinating cross-functionally to meet commitments and mitigate risks. Key responsibilities include developing material strategy, ensuring accurate schedules and budgets, leading supply chain execution, and briefing management on cost and schedule performance. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience or a Master's with 3 years, including team leadership experience and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal HR Business Process Analyst This role focuses on improving HR service center operations through process analysis, project leadership, and enhancing self-service capabilities. While it involves working with HR systems and potentially AI agents, the core function is process improvement and operational excellence within an HR context, not direct AI/ML model development. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Global Supply Chain Demand Planning. Responsibilities include integrating supply chain schedules, managing requisition requirements, communicating deviations, and leading a team in areas like rapid requirements execution and scrap/spare planning. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent. A Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Staff Program Cost Control Analyst Staff Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for program planning, financial control, and Earned Value Management (EVM) support for defense sector divisions. Requires experience with financial systems, cost performance reporting, and government cost control guidelines. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for program planning and financial control support, including budget and schedule preparation, financial analysis (funding profiles, cash forecasting, variance analysis), Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, cost risk analysis, and reporting. The role also involves supporting audits, financial planning activities, and providing technical guidance to junior staff. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Navigation, Intelligence, & Connectivity Division. The analyst will be responsible for creating and analyzing financial reports, managing invoicing, and performing monthly/quarterly financial tasks like EACs, IPRS, and Financial Forecasts. Key duties include interfacing with program stakeholders, preparing budgets and schedules, performing Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, monitoring costs and schedules on contracts, and supporting audits and financial planning activities. A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's with 3 years is required, along with EVM experience and proficiency in financial systems and Excel. A Secret clearance is also required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 Manager for Supply Chain Programs 2 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on strategic planning, integration of schedules, and leading a team in a dynamic program environment. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Operations Research 2 Manager Operations Research 2 role focused on product ownership of program management processes and tools, including the Programs Portal, Program Execution Framework, and program management Sector Principles and Operating Practices. Responsibilities include managing software projects, leading documentation and compliance, collaborating with functional organizations, and maintaining analytics for program sites and tools. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint. | — | 0 |
| Strategic Planning Analyst (Global Business Development) Strategic Planning Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Corporate Global Business Development Office, focusing on international growth objectives. Responsibilities include developing international strategies, assessing markets and competitors, providing analysis for executive decisions, and supporting global business development initiatives. Requires strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, with experience in business strategy and data analytics. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial planning and control for defense sector divisions. Responsibilities include budget preparation, financial analysis, Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, cost monitoring, and reporting to ensure contracts meet financial parameters and government guidelines. The role also involves providing technical guidance to junior staff and requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Employee Communications Representative - Level 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Employee Communications Representative to support internal communications efforts within their Space Systems sector. The role involves informing and inspiring employees, executing strategic campaigns, creating various content formats (articles, videos, infographics), managing editorial calendars, drafting communications for senior leaders, developing and measuring internal communications plans, and assisting with internal events. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator with strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. | — | 0 |
| Pricing & Estimating Manager 1 Manager for a team of pricing analysts at Northrop Grumman, focusing on new business cost proposals, change proposals, and task/delivery orders. Responsibilities include strategic engagement, proposal management, ensuring estimating system compliance, and providing recommendations to leadership on pricing requirements, obligations, and risks. The role involves managing a team, overseeing proposal products, participating in strategy development, and representing the sector in reviews. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Analyst - Multifunction This role is for a Business Management Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on program cost control, pricing, rates & budgets, or financial planning. Responsibilities include analyzing program performance, supporting cost estimate development, invoicing, customer proposals, and audits. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, proficiency in MS Excel, and a Secret security clearance. Experience with SAP, COGNOS, government contract compliance, and Earned Value Management is preferred. The role is not directly AI/ML related, but operates within a large defense contractor that likely uses AI in its products. | — | 0 |
| Manager Subcontracts 1 Manager of Subcontracts for Northrop Grumman's Global Supply Chain team in Melbourne, FL. This role involves leading a team of Subcontracts Specialists, managing complex subcontract matters with an emphasis on legal, compliance, and integration. Responsibilities include acting as the main focal point for major subcontract activities, escalating issues, briefing management and customers on supplier data rights, license rights, commercial item determination, and terms/conditions negotiations. The role also includes personnel management, coaching, and career development. Key tasks involve supporting all subcontract phases from RFP to closeout, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for contract interpretation and negotiation, advising management on contractual obligations, performing risk analysis, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and facilitating flow-down of contract terms. The role also requires identifying and closing knowledge gaps through training on data rights, license rights, commercial item determination, and EVMS compliance. Requires experience with FAR/DFARS, government contracting, and the aerospace/defense industry, along with team leadership and SAP/purchasing software proficiency. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| F-35 Principal/Sr Principal Project Management Project Manager for F-35 proposals, managing the entire lifecycle from RFP receipt to submission. Requires leadership, collaboration, business analysis, and project management skills within the aerospace and defense industry. | — | 0 |
| Manager Manufacturing Operations 1 - Product Center Leader Manager of Manufacturing Operations responsible for the execution, delivery, safety, quality, and cost of assigned programs within the Mission Enabling Products business unit. This role involves collaboration with various functions, talent development, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. | — | 0 |
| Manager Business Development 3 - US Navy Account Support Manager of Business Development for Northrop Grumman's US Navy account, responsible for coordinating customer engagement, pipeline health, and strategic agenda execution. Requires experience in defense sector business development and leading multi-disciplinary teams. | — | 0 |
| Staff Agile Product Manager - Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Agile Product Manager (Level 5) to lead Agile software development teams and teams focused on threat missile simulation requirements, models, and data. The role involves guiding the roadmap and vision for the Threat Products and Services (TPS) Agile Release Train (ART), developing requirements, prioritizing the backlog, and designing future capabilities for Modeling and Simulation (M&S) software products and threat missile simulation data used in missile defense testing. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in missile defense systems or M&S domains. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst - Rocket Center WV This role is for an Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman. The analyst will be responsible for setting up and monitoring cost control systems, performing financial analyses, preparing budgets and schedules, and managing contract changes. The role requires a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance. Experience with data analytics is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Program Excellence Director 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Excellence Director 2 to lead the Program Excellence Organization, focusing on strengthening program management discipline and performance across the sector. This role involves deploying robust processes, tools, coaching, and PM development resources, driving cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, and effectiveness in captures and program execution. The leader will also own the quality and outcomes of non-advocate reviews and ensure rigorous Program Review Authority processes. | — | 0 |
| Contract Administrator Contract Administrator role at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing contracts, proposals, and customer communications for development, production, and sustainment contracts. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or equivalent. Security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Financial Assurance Manager 2 This role manages the Financial Shared Services SOX PMO team and the Imputed & Proxy reporting team, focusing on SOX compliance, financial audits, and process improvement within a large enterprise. It involves managing a team, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring adherence to regulations and internal policies. | — | 0 |
| Senior Programs Director Senior Programs Director for Northrop Grumman's Airborne Multifunction Sensors Division, leading a Restricted Operating Unit. The role involves P&L responsibility, program strategy and execution across all program phases, team leadership, customer relationship management, and business development. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree with significant program management experience and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Contract Administrator This role is for a Principal Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contract activities. The position requires experience with FAR/DFARS and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. It is not directly related to AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Manager of Programs 2 – Active RF Manager of Programs 2 for Active RF Systems at Northrop Grumman, responsible for delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, leading cross-functional teams, managing program execution from inception to completion, including Integrated Master Schedules, budget baselines, and stakeholder relationships. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Government Contract Administrators - Northridge CA Experienced Contract Administrators to support multiple contract types (T&M, Cost-Reimbursable, FFP) and manage contracts across the full lifecycle, from proposal through closeout, applying FAR/DFARS knowledge. Requires ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager of Contract Administration for a production program in the defense sector, supporting solid rocket motor portfolios. Requires leadership of a contracts team, negotiation of US Government and commercial contracts, and understanding of FAR/DFAR and ITAR regulations. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager for contract administration team supporting Missile Products Business Unit. Responsibilities include team leadership, SAP transition support, data analysis, reporting, and audit support. Requires expertise in FAR/DFAR and government regulations. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Contract Administrator / Contract Administrator - Roy UT This role is for an Associate Contract Administrator or Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing contractual matters, supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and administration from proposal through closeout. The position requires a degree in Accounting or Business Administration and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| SkillBridge-Risk Management Analyst 2/3 -18689 This role is for a Risk Management Analyst within the defense industry, supporting the Sentinel program. The analyst will define, plan, organize, direct, and control risk and opportunity management efforts, evaluate handling approaches, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure integration with EVMS. The position requires experience supporting DOD programs, analyzing data, and understanding risk management concepts, with a strong preference for experience with risk management tools and processes. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 1 Program Manager for defense sector, focusing on delivery of contractual requirements on cost and schedule, managing the full program life cycle, and leading cross-functional teams. Requires experience with US Government contracts and project management. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 2 Program Manager for defense sector, focusing on fuzing and warhead business. Responsible for delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, managing the full program lifecycle from proposal development to closeout, leading cross-functional teams, and cultivating customer relationships. Requires experience in managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, developing proposals, and utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM). | — | 0 |