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.
Currently tracking 12 active AI roles, down 13% versus the prior 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 Facilities 2 Manager Facilities 2 role at Northrop Grumman supporting facilities management for the CSMR division. Responsibilities include supervising contractors, coordinating maintenance, managing budgets, planning space utilization, and overseeing building modifications. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of facilities experience or equivalent, 5 years of management experience, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Security Specialist - High Security Programs Security Specialist role at Northrop Grumman in Exmouth, WA, supporting a critical Defence program. The role involves leading and shaping site-wide security operations, acting as the central security authority, owning security operations, influencing best practice, and contributing to the maturity of the overall security function. Key responsibilities include leading protective security practices, managing security systems, overseeing visitor and contractor access, maintaining security registers, delivering security briefings, managing security clearances, and providing security advice. Requires an NV2 (Top Secret) AGSVA clearance and experience within Defence or government security frameworks. |
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| Sentinel - Systems Engineering Targeting Manager 2 - 18868 This role is for a Systems Engineering Targeting Manager at Northrop Grumman on the Sentinel Program. The manager will oversee a team of Individual Contributors, focusing on personnel management and technical assignments related to Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Modeling and Simulation and Analysis (MS&A). Responsibilities include executing trajectory simulations, analyzing results, developing algorithms for missile targeting software, and implementing numerical methods. | — | 0 |
| Principal Contract Administrator Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator to support contractual activities within their Mission Systems sector. This role involves managing assigned contracts, including proposal preparation, negotiations, administration, and customer interactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. The position requires experience with FAR/DFARS, various contract types, and proposal development, with a Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Planning Specialist Northrop Grumman is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist with experience in supply chain management and related fields. Responsibilities include evaluating material requirements, financial planning (EACs, forecasting), presenting to decision-makers, planning program requirements, monitoring inventory, creating supply/demand strategies, solving supply chain problems, identifying risks/opportunities, evaluating suppliers, prioritizing efforts, managing budgets, and representing GSC on program contracts. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience, or equivalent experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. Preferred qualifications include experience with Earned Value Management, government procurement, and advanced Excel skills. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Sr. Staff Chief Engineer - Mission Defense Team - 18912 Sr. Staff Chief Engineer for the Mission Defense Team on the Sentinel Program, responsible for ensuring the certifiability of the Sentinel Weapon System for Surety and Cyber, managing technical development, and overseeing engineering processes, design reviews, and integration with the Integrated Master Schedule. | — | 0 |
| Engineer / Principal Engineer Materials and Process Engineer/Principal Engineer Materials and Process at Northrop Grumman, focusing on research, development, and application of materials for aerospace engineering designs. Requires STEM degree and experience in aerospace structural design, with a Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Software Engineer – Architect Planner (26-261) Sr Principal Software Engineer – Architect Planner for the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program, a missile defense system. Responsibilities include defining and overseeing software architecture, trade studies, system performance analysis, and integration testing for a Java-based system. Requires a Secret security clearance and IAT Level II certification. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Systems Engineer (Integration) (26-263) This role is for a Sr Principal Systems Engineer (Integration) at Northrop Grumman, supporting the C2BMC program for Missile Defense. The position requires integrating test suites, developing configurations, creating and automating scripts for message data analysis and host maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and providing feedback on system documentation. The role emphasizes Linux proficiency, scripting (Bash, Python), automation tools like Ansible, and experience with Agile/DevOps methodologies within a DoD environment. A Secret security clearance and IAT Level II certification are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Manager Program Planning 3 Manager for Program Planning within the F-35 program, focusing on master planning integration, baseline execution, and change management. The role involves leading a team of planning professionals, improving planning tools and processes, and interacting with program leadership to achieve planning goals. | — | 0 |
| Supplier Quality Engineer 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage non-conforming product issues, investigate supplier-caused issues, and ensure contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance. The role involves assessing supplier processes, driving root cause corrective actions, and implementing supplier quality plans. Experience with AS9100 and AS9102 standards is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Staff Engineer Industrial This role is for a Sr. Staff Engineer Industrial at Northrop Grumman, focusing on optimizing plant and production facility operations, equipment layouts, and workflow efficiencies. The engineer will analyze and design processes, manage resources, conduct cost control studies, perform manufacturing simulations, and provide technical leadership. The role requires significant experience in engineering and manufacturing, strategic planning, and continuous improvement, with a focus on industrial processes rather than AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| B-2 Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic 1/2 The role involves maintaining aircraft low observable outer mold line structures, materials, and applications, including preparing surfaces, mixing and applying sealants and paints, and performing component-level testing. It requires obtaining and maintaining specific maintenance certifications and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| B-2 Aircraft Structures Mechanic 1/2 This role is for an Aircraft Structures Mechanic at Northrop Grumman, supporting the B-2 modification team. Responsibilities include assembling major aircraft structures, performing fitting operations, measuring parts with precision tools, and translating blueprints into fabrications. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Senior Cost and Schedule Manager 3 Senior Cost and Schedule Manager for Northrop Grumman's Air Dominance Division, leading a team responsible for financial planning, cost/schedule performance, earned value management, and risk management for aerostructures programs. Requires experience with EVM, government customers, and compliance with policies like FAR and SOX. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Regulatory Compliance Analyst This role focuses on interpreting and applying federal, state, and international regulations (like DFARS, FAR, CAS) to ensure compliance in government contracting operations. It involves conducting risk assessments, acting as a liaison with government agencies and auditors, and managing compliance matters within a highly regulated environment. | — | 0 |
| Principal Cost Estimating Analyst This role involves developing cost estimates for manufacturing labor based on customer requests for proposals. The analyst will analyze specifications, create Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and ensure compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements like FAR and DFARS. The position requires creating and analyzing models, maintaining historical data, and communicating findings to various stakeholders, including management and customers. Support is needed for both pre-award and post-award estimating activities. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer level 1/2 Electrical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting military programs, focusing on circuit design, testing, and integration within product teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| SkillBridge Flight Test Tech 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a SkillBridge Flight Test Technician to support the MQ-4 Triton aircraft. This role involves performing maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing of aircraft systems, working from technical documents and blueprints. The position requires a Secret clearance and involves travel. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer Embedded Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing embedded software for navigation systems. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, experience with C/C++/Java/Python, software management tools, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Experience with Model-Based Engineering, INS/GPS systems, and safety-critical software development is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Senior Principal Embedded Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Embedded Software Engineer to develop embedded software for navigation systems. The role involves software design, code development, integration, and testing within a Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps, and Agile framework. Requires a STEM degree, experience with C/C++/Java/Python, software management tools, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer 18884 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support the Production Operation Systems and Technology team. This role will serve as the technical subject matter expert for emerging technology in production operations, with a focus on digital tools, manufacturing flows, and data analysis. The engineer will develop cost/risk benefit summaries, manage manufacturing schedules, and collaborate with various teams to understand and interpret manufacturing requirements. Experience with process improvement methodologies, cost management, and project management is essential. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, experience with manufacturing software (ERP, MES, PLM/PDM), and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and SAP approval. | — | 0 |
| Antenna Test Engineer This role focuses on designing, integrating, and testing antenna systems, particularly phased arrays, for defense applications. It involves RF test equipment design, software development for automation and data analysis, troubleshooting RF issues, and collaborating with design engineering. The role requires a Secret clearance and experience with electrical/RF test equipment and software development languages like C#, MATLAB, or similar. | — | 0 |
| Antenna Test Engineer This role focuses on the design, integration, and testing of antenna test equipment and software for phased array testing within the defense industry. It involves RF troubleshooting, data analysis, and collaboration with design engineering. | — | 0 |
| Prncpl Logistics Mgmt Anlyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Logistics Management Analyst to join their Product Support Team for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). The role involves managing the efficient flow of goods and services, acting as a COLTS database administrator, creating training materials, ensuring asset accountability, liaising with government counterparts, supporting inventory inputs, providing technical consultation on logistics, managing work orders for field repairs, utilizing data for predictive sparing analysis, collecting and reporting technical data, attending meetings for material disposition, operating information management systems, and representing the organization to customers. Requires a Secret security clearance and significant experience as a database administrator. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Electronics Senior Principal Electrical Design Engineer responsible for the design, development, manufacturing, and test engineering support for power supply designs for an ignition safety device used on a multi-stage launch vehicle. Requires expertise in analog circuits, power electronics, switch-mode topologies, magnetic design, and feedback controls. Must have a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer Level 3 Manufacturing Engineer Level 3 at Northrop Grumman, supporting a marine propulsion development program. Responsibilities include proposing and improving manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and tooling fixtures to reduce time and cost. The role involves providing input on process flows, optimizing layouts, recommending continuous improvement initiatives, performing DFMA and DTC studies, and integrating with cross-functional teams. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or a Master's with 3+ years, experience with engineering drawings, mechanical assembly, continuous improvement, technical writing, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Manager 1- Mechanical Engineering Manager 1 responsible for leading a team of 5-10 mechanical engineers in production support for nuclear navy power generation equipment, focusing on large rotating mechanical systems. Responsibilities include managing design, production, testing, issue resolution, talent development, and ensuring adherence to procedures. Requires a STEM degree, engineering experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal /Sr Principal Computer System Analyst 18894 This role supports Production Operation Systems and Technology team, serving as the technical SME for Logistics and the technical authority for the implementation, integration, and optimization of logistics-focused information systems. The candidate will translate business requirements into system solutions, ensure data flow across supply-chain platforms, and drive continuous improvement. Requires experience with SAP, manufacturing flows, cost management, data analysis, and project management. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Staff Computer Systems Analyst - 18901 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Computer Systems Analyst to support the Sentinel program's Production Operation Systems and Technology team. The role serves as the technical SME for Global Supply Chain, Demand Planning, MRP, and Procurement, focusing on implementation, integration, and optimization of MRP-focused information systems. Responsibilities include translating business requirements, ensuring data flow, driving continuous improvement, and providing technical authority. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Material Planning, Production Control, and Manufacturing Engineering, with experience in digital manufacturing tools, project management, data analysis, and SAP systems (including S/4 Hana). A U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance and SAP approval are required. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Security Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst/ACSSO in Rolling Meadows, IL to support classified programs by managing security protocols for classified materials, documents, and equipment. Responsibilities include developing and administering security programs, investigating violations, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with federal and company requirements. Requires an active Secret clearance and experience in program security, access control, and personnel security. | — | 0 |
| Associate Computer Systems Analyst - Linux - Melbourne FL This role is for an Associate Computer Systems Analyst focusing on Linux systems within a defense contractor. Responsibilities include system lifecycle support, technical problem resolution, inventory management, customer support, and adhering to security policies. The role requires a Secret security clearance and experience with Linux. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel-Principal Material Process Engineer 17334* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Material Process Engineer to support the Sentinel program. The role involves full-spectrum design application parts management, developing manufacturing control and cost-saving strategies, creating roadmaps and reports, researching specifications, and collaborating with integrated product teams and stakeholders. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or related STEM discipline, 5 years of experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain Secret and SAP clearances. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Project Management Project Management Business Operations Analyst role at Northrop Grumman focusing on data analysis, dashboard updates, and strategic analysis of business unit funding. The role supports continuous improvement and adoption of tools like Salesforce, SIMPL, and Tableau, and involves managing project metrics and financial reporting. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Wing Ops Systems Engineering Lead Lead a team of systems engineers in developing requirements and architecture for complex Hardware/Software subsystems for the Sentinel program, focusing on ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include coordinating with stakeholders, driving consensus, managing tasking and priorities for a distributed team, and distilling high-level objectives into an executable vision. | — | 0 |
| Software Deployment Manager Level 3 or 4 Software Deployment Manager role at Northrop Grumman focused on coordinating and generating configured builds for test and delivery, managing software changes, and administering CM tools. Requires experience with Python, Linux, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and CI/CD pipelines, along with an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Calibration Technician 2/3 Calibration Technician role at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Metrology Lab in Rocket Center, WV. Responsibilities include performing calibration tasks, maintaining electronic and mechanical equipment, ensuring traceability to National Bureau of Standards, and supporting ISO/IEC 17025 certification. Requires a High School Diploma/GED with 4-7 years of experience (depending on level) or an Associate's degree with 2-5 years of experience, strong math skills, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Supplier Quality Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Supplier Quality to develop and lead a Supplier Performance Management process. This role involves ensuring supplier process and product quality, managing contractual and regulatory compliance, conducting product and process verification, driving root cause analysis for quality issues, and managing supplier relationships. The position requires experience with quality management systems like ISO 9001 or AS9100 and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal CNC Programmer This role focuses on creating and editing CNC programs for the fabrication of large-scale, complex, precision metal components. It involves CAD model validation, machining process development and optimization, tooling selection, and program prove-out. The role also requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and mitigate manufacturing risks. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and CAM software is essential. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Technical Services (MCM Engineer) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Technical Services Engineer (Mine Countermeasure (MCM) Mission Module Engineer) to provide technical leadership for the planning, logistics, lifecycle support, integration, and modernization of MCM Mission Module equipment. This role involves supporting sustainment operations, planning maintenance functions, developing schedules, liaising with various organizations, and providing technical advice and problem-solving for military systems. | — | 0 |
| Principal Financial Reporting Analyst This role is for a Principal Financial Reporting Analyst at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities include preparing monthly and quarterly financial reporting data and analysis for SEC disclosure requirements, analyzing program financials, supporting SOX compliance, and liaising with auditors. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline with 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, including Public Accounting experience. A CPA license is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Environmental Qualification Engineer/ Principal Environmental Qualification Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an Environmental Qualification Engineer (or Principal level) to interpret design guidelines, review test procedures, and perform analyses on components, subsystems, and systems according to standards like MIL-STD-810 and DO-160. The role involves supporting design reviews, allocating requirements, and potentially traveling to witness supplier tests. Requires a STEM degree, relevant experience, knowledge of thermal/vibration analysis software, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer level 3/4 Electrical Engineer with experience in electronic subsystems, circuit design (power, analog, digital, FPGA), and circuit card design for cutting-edge military programs. Requires US Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electromechanical Level 3/4 Electromechanical Engineer (Level 3/4) at Northrop Grumman in Rocket Center, WV, supporting military programs. Responsibilities include participating in Integrated Product Teams, supporting manufacturing, testing and debugging circuit designs, maintaining technical data packages, and leading technical challenge resolutions. Requires a Bachelor's degree in EE/ME or related STEM field, 5+ years of experience (Level 3) or 8+ years (Level 4), and experience with digital electronic subsystems, circuit card design, and RF/digital signal processing. US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Antenna Test Electronics Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Antenna Test Electronics Engineer to lead cross-discipline engineering teams in the design, manufacturing, and delivery of antenna test equipment and facilities. The role involves project execution, RF troubleshooting, software development for test automation and data analysis, and briefing leadership. Requires a STEM degree, 8+ years of experience, a Secret clearance with SAP access, and experience with electrical/RF test equipment and project leadership. | — | 0 |
| Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst – Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst (Level 3 or 4) in Dulles, VA. The role involves designing, analyzing, and tuning spacecraft control loops and filters, developing simulation models, and performing analysis for spacecraft subsystems. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++. | — | 0 |
| Test Engineer Level 2/3 Test Engineer role within the Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) focused on testing the GCCS-J system. The role involves full life cycle product testing, supporting an Agile Scrum team, troubleshooting, and contributing to software documentation. This is an internship opportunity for transitioning service members. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software T1/T2 Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman supporting upgrades to AN/ALR-56M/56C Integrated Support Stations and associated software applications. Responsibilities include developing, integrating, testing, documenting, and delivering software upgrades. Requires C/C++ proficiency and experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Qt IDE. Security clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer/Sr. Principal Engineer Structural Analysis Structural Analysis Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on primary and secondary aircraft structures using metals and composites. Responsibilities include stress analysis, reviewing designs, and collaborating with other disciplines. Requires experience with FEMAP/Patran and Nastran, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst – Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Guidance Navigation Control (GNC) Engineering Analyst – Level 5 to join their Space Sector team in Dulles, VA. This role involves designing, analyzing, and tuning spacecraft attitude and position control loops, designing relative guidance solutions for Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), and designing/analyzing sequential filters like Kalman filters for attitude determination and relative navigation. The analyst will also perform simulations, support early design phase concept development, and develop simulation models for various spacecraft subsystems and the space environment. Strong communication skills, experience with MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, and an active Top Secret security clearance are required. | — | 0 |