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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| Deployable Avionics Technician Level 2/Level 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deployable Avionics Technician (Level 2 or 3) to install, test, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems wiring in aircraft. Responsibilities include fabricating and installing wiring harnesses, reading diagrams, and adhering to technical specifications and FAA regulations. Requires a Secret clearance and willingness to travel and work flexible hours. | — | 0 |
| Program Integration Manager 2 Program Integration Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, supporting the B-2 Long Range Strike organization. Responsible for daily operations, program integration, oversight of program performance, execution, cost, schedule, risk management, technical quality, and customer satisfaction. Involves strategic initiatives, investment projects, proposal development, and stakeholder relationship management. Requires a Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
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| Tool Gauge Inspector - Level 1 This role is for a Tool Gauge Inspector at Northrop Grumman, responsible for performing quality inspections on piece parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies, as well as tool inspections. The position requires a high school diploma, the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, and involves using standard measurement instruments and potentially CMM and portable inspection equipment. | — | 0 |
| Electronics Engineer / Principal Electronics Engineer - Comms Responsible Engineer Electronics Engineer / Principal Electronics Engineer responsible for the research, design, development, integration, and testing of electronic systems, including RF datalinks, SATCOM, and Communications Networks. The role involves maintaining complex RF communications architectures and acting as the primary responsible engineer for communications subsystems, requiring supplier technical interface and integration support. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with airborne or ground platform integration. | — | 0 |
| Command and Control Enclave (C2E) Architect - Sr. Principal Engineer Systems Architect Seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Systems Architect to lead contract-specific trade studies, define system integration approaches, and develop architectural strategies for Command and Control Enclave (C2E) systems within the Research and Advanced Design organization. Requires a strong background in system architecture, large system development, integration, and test processes, with an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Financial Analyst This role is for a Sr. Principal Financial Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial strategy, capital management, M&A transactions, and strategic planning. It requires strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with experience in valuation and competitive analysis. | — | 0 |
| Principal Strategic Planner Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Strategy Analyst to support the development of portfolio-shaping strategies, including strategic partnerships, venture investments in startups, and industry analysis. The role involves financial and strategic analysis, market assessment, and supporting executive decision-making. | — | 0 |
| Principal Linux/AWS Systems Administrator - Polygraph Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Linux/AWS Systems Administrator to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. Responsibilities include AWS/Linux administration, system maintenance, patching, monitoring, problem resolution, backup and recovery, security adherence, and documentation. Requires a Master's degree with 3 years of IT experience or equivalent, IAT level II certification, AWS/Linux experience in a classified environment, STIG implementation, and a Top Secret clearance with SCI access and a recent Polygraph. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mission Equipment Complex (MEC) – Zone Lead Manager 3 - 18963 This role is for a Mission Equipment Complex (MEC) – Zone Lead Manager 3 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for the end-to-end design, integration, and release of MEC zone subsystems. The manager will act as a Cost Account Manager (CAM), leading a multi-disciplinary team to deliver integrated hardware and interfaces that meet demanding requirements. Key responsibilities include technical ownership, cost and schedule management, cross-functional team leadership, championing Model Based Engineering (MBE), stakeholder management with DoD customers and subcontractors, and talent development. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with significant experience, an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SAP and Top-Secret clearances, and experience in the Aerospace or Defense Sector with Earned Value Management (EVM)/Cost Account Management (CAM). | — | 0 |
| Staff Software Configuration Analyst #17380 This role supports Product Lifecycle Management (Teamcenter) by triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving user issues, acting as a liaison between engineering disciplines, and assisting with requirements and user acceptance testing. It requires experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter/CPLM, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Process Engineer - Level 3 Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman responsible for designing and validating manufacturing processes and fixtures for ceramic devices, creating manufacturing engineering documentation, providing technical guidance to production operators, troubleshooting hardware failures, and analyzing metrics for cost and efficiency improvements. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or equivalent. Experience in manufacturing process development, fixture design, and troubleshooting is essential. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist (18950) Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist for the Sentinel program, responsible for managing subcontracts from proposal to execution, including negotiation, source selection, and ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR. Requires experience in cradle-to-grave subcontract administration and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Manager, Programs Level 2 for the COLUMBIA Operating Unit, supporting production of the COLUMBIA Class submariner for the US Navy. Responsibilities include delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, managing the program life cycle, leading cross-functional teams, and managing budgets using EVM. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Engineer / Principal Industrial Engineer This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing production environments by analyzing lead times, queue times, and throughput, building models for product flow, and developing scheduling tools. It involves working with IT, ERP, and data science teams, guiding digital transformation, and creating metrics for shop floor performance. The role requires experience in manufacturing production, data analysis, and EVMS, with a preference for programming languages and optimization methods. | — | 0 |
| Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - TS/SCI This role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring, and assessments to evaluate the security posture of information systems within a classified environment. It requires performing analyses to validate security requirements, assisting in policy implementation, establishing risk mitigation processes, and supporting Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) for Assessment and Authorization (A&A). The analyst will document A&A activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal Financial Analyst - 6609-1 This role is for a Principal Financial Analyst supporting the Sentinel program at Northrop Grumman. Responsibilities include coordinating Estimate At Complete (EAC), working with auditors on compliance and Earned Value, updating accounting position papers, reconciling financial data, reviewing billing costs, and assisting with forecasting and long-range strategic planning. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Microsoft Office is required. Experience with SAP, Cobra, or similar financial systems is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain 2 Manager for Supply Chain Transportation at Northrop Grumman, responsible for overseeing transportation operations, managing a team of 15+ direct reports, developing transportation plans, ensuring efficient and cost-effective delivery of goods, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Customer Engagement Manager 1 - 18940 This role is for a Customer Engagement Manager within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems division. The primary responsibility is to act as a liaison between senior leadership and Department of Defense customers, ensuring effective communication and coordination of engagement activities. The role involves managing high-visibility meetings, briefings, and events to strengthen strategic relationships and support division objectives. It requires strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, with a focus on fast-paced, mission-critical environments. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist -19042 Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on supply chain operations, SAP/ERP systems, and material planning within the defense sector. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in supply chain best practices. | — | 0 |
| Project Management Manager 2 Project Management Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing a restricted program involving the manufacturing, deployment, and integration of astronomical domes across multiple OCONUS sites. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or a Master's with 6 years, active TS/SCI clearance, team leadership, construction project interface, cost/schedule responsibility > $5M, CAM certification, EVMS experience, proposal cost estimation, factory/site acceptance tests, subcontractor management, IMS development, and travel up to 50% including OCONUS assignments. | — | 0 |
| Assembler 2 Performs production assembly operations on electronic and mechanical assemblies, working from diagrams and drawings. May conduct quality inspections and modify prototype assemblies. Requires high school diploma, 2+ years of electronics manufacturing experience, and J-Standard solder certification. Willing to work 2nd shift. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2) This role focuses on designing and improving manufacturing processes, production layouts, and tooling for defense sector products. Responsibilities include creating work instructions, using CAD software, troubleshooting machinery and processes, and implementing data-driven methods like statistical process control. Collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations is key. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain 2 Manager of Supply Chain 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading a team that manages the tracking, receiving, stocking, kitting, issuing, shipping, preservation, and issue of parts supporting production programs, including chemical management. The role involves coordinating interdepartmental activities, meeting budget targets, developing strategy for goods movement and logistics, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain or related fields, MRP/ERP experience, team leadership experience, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Compensation Analyst This role is for a Principal Compensation Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for consulting, analyzing, and supporting HR and business leaders on compensation programs, policies, and procedures. Key responsibilities include leading the Annual Compensation Review, providing guidance on total compensation, conducting complex analyses, reviewing job classifications, and developing change management plans. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and Excel skills, with a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in compensation or HR. | — | 0 |
| Principal Propulsion Engineer - Elkton MD Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Propulsion Engineer to work on solid rocket motors for launch vehicles and missile systems. The role involves designing, analyzing, and optimizing SRM assemblies and components, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and working with customers to understand requirements. Requires a STEM bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, with a Secret Clearance needed. | — | 0 |
| Staff Propulsion Engineer - Elkton MD Staff Propulsion Engineer with 12+ years of experience in STEM, focusing on the design and development of Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs) for launch vehicles, missile systems, and space missions. Responsibilities include leading technical analyses, design of SRM materials and components, overseeing testing, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting business development. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM and experience with cross-functional teams and mentoring. | — | 0 |
| Quality Analyst Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Quality Analyst to join their Armament Systems business site in Mesa, AZ. The role involves reviewing RFPs, developing QC/QA plans, driving quality policy deployment, ensuring AS9100 compliance, interfacing with customers on quality issues, leading investigations for defect prevention, managing customer complaints and warranty claims, and utilizing statistical methods for root cause analysis. The position requires strong problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality tools. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer Level 4 - Mission Operations Development Lead - Gilbert Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 4 to lead the development and execution of on-orbit mission operations for satellite programs. Responsibilities include developing and automating on-orbit procedures and scripts, authoring handbooks, delivering training, leading rehearsal activities, and providing on-console support during launch and early operations. The role requires experience with on-orbit mission operations, spacecraft subsystems, systems engineering, and scripting for automation. | — | 0 |
| Manager Digital Engineering 2 Manager for Digital Engineering role focusing on people leadership and technical performance of FPGA/Firmware/digital design engineers. Responsibilities include staffing, workload forecast, employee development, adherence to design processes, and oversight of cost, schedule, and technical quality for development, integration, or production programs. Also responsible for advancing FPGA technology and driving new design processes. | — | 0 |
| Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Engineer or Principal Level) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Engineer or Principal Level) to support Operations Analysis. The role involves full life cycle design, implementation, and unit testing of software using C# / .NET, leveraging core computer science fundamentals. Responsibilities include developing, profiling, and tuning high-performance code, building and maintaining desktop applications with WPF and MVVM, designing reusable UI component libraries, implementing common application patterns, and operating within CI/CD pipelines. Experience with secure coding practices and defense compliance is required. A Top Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 1 Program Manager for Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector, supporting the Propulsion Systems & Controls operating unit. The role involves managing full programs or segments, ensuring delivery of contractual, technical, cost, and schedule requirements, and fostering customer relationships within the Ramjet Systems market area. Requires experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and project management, with a preference for a technical background in propulsion systems. | — | 0 |
| Chief Engineer - Level 6 Chief Engineer (Level 6) for Northrop Grumman's Launch Vehicles business unit, supporting the Targets Operating Unit. This role provides technical leadership for design, integration, system test, and flight test activities for missile defense systems, ensuring mission success. Responsibilities include leading engineering teams, managing the technical baseline, chairing control boards, and representing the program in technical forums with customers and stakeholders. Requires an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Acoustic Test Engineer 2/3 Acoustic Test Engineer for US Navy Machinery (turbines, generators, gears) involving vibration and sound testing, troubleshooting, and analysis using tools like MATLAB. Requires a STEM degree and ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Noise Vibration and Harshness Test Engineer 2/3 Noise Vibration and Harshness Test Engineer for US Navy Machinery (turbines, generators, and gears) involving acoustic acceptance testing, troubleshooting, and data analysis using tools like MATLAB. Requires a STEM degree and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. Prior acoustic experience is not required, but exposure to data acquisition is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Propulsion Sr. Principal Propulsion Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on mechanical design of advanced propulsion components and functional systems. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience, with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. The role involves applying theoretical knowledge, developing design concepts, establishing requirements, and supporting test programs. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Software Engineer - Thread Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Software Engineer - Thread Lead to provide technical leadership for data-centric initiatives. This role involves managing the end-to-end lifecycle of data solutions, from acquisition and processing to storage, analysis, and dissemination, with a focus on translating raw data into actionable information for mission-critical decision making in a highly regulated, high-clearance environment. The position requires strong architectural skills, strategic planning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist This role is for a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on long-term capacity and resource planning, demand aggregation, supply/demand analysis using MRP tools, inventory management, and ensuring integration of Global Supply Chain Schedules. The position requires experience in supply chain planning within manufacturing or aerospace, SAP, and MRP tools, with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Flight Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Flight Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to design, develop, integrate, and test software for Space payload units. The role involves working in an agile C++, Linux, and/or Python environment, conducting peer reviews, and debugging code. Requires a STEM degree and significant software development experience in embedded real-time systems, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Senior/ Principal Mission Management Equipment Responsible Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior/Principal Mission Management Equipment Responsible Engineer in Melbourne, FL. This role involves defining, designing, integrating, testing, and certifying hardware and software requirements for mission processing and data storage within avionics systems. Responsibilities include requirements interpretation and allocation, data storage solution design, hardware integration, performance analysis, trade studies, and technical management of suppliers. The position requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, experience with COTS electronics integration, system modeling tools, and a Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Integration & Test Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4 Software Engineer focused on integration and testing of Space payload units, managing test equipment and executing tests. The role involves full software development lifecycle, working in an agile team using Python, TCL, and C++, and utilizing automation tools like Jenkins and Robot Framework. Requires ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer to join their team in Melbourne, FL. The role involves developing instrumentation drawings for flight test aircraft, defining system configurations and signal conditioning requirements, and working with data acquisition systems, telemetry, and sensors. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, 2 years of experience, and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Quality Analyst CMM PC-DMIS This role focuses on metrology programming and automation using PC-DMIS software for CMM systems, laser trackers, and other metrology equipment. It involves developing, validating, and optimizing inspection programs, leading technical investigations, and providing expertise in GD&T and measurement analysis within a quality and manufacturing environment. The role also includes training personnel and driving continuous improvement initiatives in inspection processes. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Development Analyst – SW App Test Anal (SA) (26-251) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Development Analyst – SW Applications Test Analyst to support the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. The role involves analyzing test data to verify system design and supporting the software development team with automated verification and testing tools. Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, and an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist role at Northrop Grumman focusing on procuring complex goods and services for advanced technology programs. Responsibilities include pre-award activities like supplier vetting and contract execution, and post-award management of supplier performance, invoices, and subcontract closeout. Requires experience in government contracting and supply chain management. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Systems Engineer Senior Principal Systems Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Requires a STEM degree and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Business Process Analyst Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Business Operations Lead to drive strategic initiatives, shape operating rhythms, and enable data-driven decisions within their Hardware Engineering team. This role involves managing business operational aspects, supporting leadership, coordinating activities, and performing analysis for workforce planning, metrics, and financials. | — | 0 |
| Manager Digital Engineering 2 - Linthicum Manager for a Digital Engineering team focused on FPGA design and digital architecture within Northrop Grumman's Space Systems division. Responsibilities include team supervision, performance management, career development, staffing, project oversight, and strategic hiring. The role supports development and production programs across the full engineering lifecycle. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer FPGA - Level 3/4 - Dulles Electrical Engineer specializing in FPGA design for space applications, involving research, requirements analysis, systems architecture, design, coding, test bench design, verification, synthesis, and place & route for Command and Data Handling (CD&H) products. Requires VHDL experience and proficiency in the FPGA design flow. | — | 0 |
| Sr EVM Program Control Analyst (level 4) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. EVM Program Control Analyst (level 4) to provide financial and administrative support to program managers, functional management, and cost account managers. The role involves establishing Work Breakdown Structures, managing budgeted cost of work scheduled, assessing performance criteria, maintaining estimates to complete, and supporting internal/external reporting for variance analysis. Responsibilities include budget baselining, funding analysis, cost risk assessment, and preparing government cost performance reports. The candidate will utilize financial systems and Earned Value Management (EVM) tools like Microframe Project Manager (MPM), SAP, Business Warehouse (BW), wInsight, and MS Office Suite. A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience in a related field is required, along with experience in government contracting with EVM and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |