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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| Principal Software Engineer (AHT) Principal Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Collaborative Mission Planning Continuum (CMPC) program. Responsibilities include defining product vision and roadmap, managing the product backlog, and acting as a liaison between stakeholders. Requires a SECRET U.S. Government security clearance and experience with Agile, CI/CD, C#/Java/.NET, Object Oriented Design, SQL, and scripting languages. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Software Engineer (AHT) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Software Engineer to support the Collaborative Mission Planning Continuum (CMPC) program. The role involves defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap, managing the product backlog, and acting as a liaison between customers, program managers, and engineering teams. Responsibilities include conducting research, collaborating on system design, and ensuring software standards are met. Requires a B.S. in STEM with 8 years of experience or M.S. with 5 years, an active DoD SECRET clearance, and proficiency in C#, Java, or .NET, Agile methodologies, CI/CD, relational databases, and scripting languages. |
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| Software / Principal Software Engineer Software Engineer role 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, with a focus on embedded software using C/C++ on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. | — | 0 |
| Project Manager 3/4 Project Manager role at Northrop Grumman focused on managing cost and schedule for tooling, facilities, and maintenance engineering projects within a manufacturing environment. Requires strong project management, engineering, and construction background, with responsibilities including project planning, stakeholder coordination, risk management, budget oversight, and overseeing installation processes. The role emphasizes executing capital projects and driving teams to achieve milestones. | — | 0 |
| Pricing Proposal Analyst (Level 2 or Level 3) This role is for a Proposal Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for developing, planning, and scheduling proposals by compiling cost, schedule, and technical elements. The analyst will coordinate the collection of data, research historical information, develop cost models, and participate in fact-finding and pricing reviews. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and a Special Access Program (SAP) Clearance. | — | 0 |
| The SCS Systems Engineering Section Manager 2 (SAD) This role is for a Systems Engineering Section Manager at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the Strategic Command, Control, and Communications Systems (SCS). The position involves both management (20%) and technical contribution (80%) in systems engineering, particularly within the military aerospace development environment. Key responsibilities include staff coaching, performance management, hiring, and managing cost/schedule for technical scope. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| The SCS Systems Engineering Section Manager (NSS) This role is for a Systems Engineering Section Manager at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Nuclear System Survivability. The role involves both management (20%) and technical contribution (80%) in systems engineering within the military aerospace development environment. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Lead Systems Security Engineer – COTS Vulnerability Assessment Lead Systems Security Engineer responsible for researching, testing, and documenting the cybersecurity posture of commercial off-the-shelf hardware and software products, including performing vulnerability assessments and developing lab procedures. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst/Program Planning & Scheduling Analyst This role is for an Associate Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst or Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities include preparing, developing, and coordinating integrated master plans and schedules, ensuring horizontal and vertical integration across functional groups, tracking plans, performing risk analysis, and identifying/resolving conflicts. The role utilizes project management techniques like Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, and earned value management. It requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in fields such as Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or related areas, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (IRHB) - Level 2 or 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer to develop and deliver high-fidelity threat modeling products for missile defense systems. This role involves capturing requirements, developing infrared signature models, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring verification and validation of deliverables. Experience with scripting and missile system characteristics is required. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Technical Coordinator 2 This role is a Supply Chain Technical Coordinator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting various supply chain activities including loading, unloading, conveying materials, shipping, receiving, and delivering kits. It requires a high school diploma, ability to obtain forklift certification, lift 25 lbs, and obtain a Secret Clearance. Experience in logistics, warehousing, SAP/MES, and hazmat handling are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sr Prncpl Eng Supplier Quality This role is for a Senior Principal Engineer focused on Supplier Quality at Northrop Grumman. The responsibilities include leading supplier quality risk management, ensuring supplier compliance with requirements, conducting product/process verification, managing deviations, overseeing supplier quality plans, participating in supplier evaluation and qualification, implementing quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, etc.), partnering with procurement for supplier technical capability, and owning supplier quality performance. The role requires a BS degree in STEM with 8+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering, or an MS degree with 6+ years of experience. Experience with ISO9001/AS9100, AS9102 FAI, interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and leading audits is necessary. Preferred qualifications include formal auditor training, experience with NADCAP/PRI special processes, precision machining, APQP/PPAP, and complex problem-solving. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Nuclear Surety Functional Manager 2- 18787 This role is a functional manager for a team of systems engineers supporting the Sentinel Program's Nuclear Surety team. The focus is on technical leadership, program execution, and functional management tasks, including resource allocation, risk management, and team development. It requires a Secret security clearance and experience in STEM fields. | — | 0 |
| Manager Software Engineering 2 Manager of Software Engineering 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading a team in the design, development, integration, and testing of software applications and systems. The role involves managing cloud-based microservices, collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, and overseeing program performance related to cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience or a STEM Master's with 7 years, full SDLC experience, proficiency in C, C++, or Python, experience with embedded software, and a Secret or higher clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation This role involves systems modeling and simulation for aircraft sustainment, focusing on cost analysis, readiness, obsolescence forecasting, and spares modeling. The engineer will interface with various departments and the customer to understand requirements and provide solutions. Skills in statistics, simulation modeling, trend analysis, and data sampling are required. A secret clearance is also necessary. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Systems Test Engineer - 18718* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to support the Sentinel program. The role involves developing and executing test plans, coordinating with subject matter experts, supporting hardware in the loop testing, and ensuring requirement verification and validation. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 - 18902 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. This role involves functional management (people leadership, mentoring, performance management) and program responsibilities, leading a team of engineers in developing test stations and support equipment. The manager will collaborate with various engineering teams, manage work packages, oversee design reviews, and ensure adherence to requirements and successful delivery of support equipment items. Experience with EVMS reporting and Agile methodologies is required. | — | 0 |
| Numerical Control Program This role involves developing and writing programs for numerically controlled machines using engineering specifications and drawings. It requires analyzing engineering drawings, determining machine operations, selecting appropriate tools and routines for efficient machining, and testing/modifying existing programs. The role also involves interfacing with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure quality. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Sr. Principal Test Engineer - 15239-1 Senior Principal Test Engineer for the Sentinel (GBSD) program, focusing on planning and executing vehicle level integration, test, and checkout activities. Responsibilities include defining test requirements, developing documentation, preparing and executing reviews, integrating hardware, developing testing methods and equipment, interfacing with software developers and systems engineers, performing data analysis, and maintaining test equipment documentation. The role also involves synthesizing customer needs into test solutions, coordinating integrated testing, serving as a technical lead, and evaluating test requirements and system performance. | — | 0 |
| Missile Embedded DevSecOps Lead Level 4 (AHT) Lead DevSecOps engineer for missile programs, responsible for designing, implementing, and owning end-to-end CI/CD pipelines for embedded software development. Focus on security, automation, testing, and deployment practices in a safety-critical, real-time environment. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications This role involves adapting mobile control station software applications to a cloud environment, building Infrastructure-as-Code, and deploying solutions to an Il-5 cloud environment. It requires experience with containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing within an Agile development framework. The position is for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications Software Engineer role focused on adapting mobile control station software to a cloud environment, building Infrastructure-as-Code, and deploying solutions to an Il-5 cloud environment. Involves containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing within an Agile framework. Requires experience with cloud infrastructure, IaC, containerization, microservices, and coding languages. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications Staff Software Engineer focused on adapting mobile control station software to a cloud environment, involving Infrastructure-as-Code, containerization, and deployment to a secure cloud environment. Requires experience with cloud infrastructure, IaC, containerization, microservices, and a coding language, within an Agile framework. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Engineer / Principal Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer to adapt mobile control station software applications to a cloud environment. Responsibilities include building Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), deploying solutions to an Il-5 cloud environment, containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing within an Agile development process. Requires experience with infrastructure components, IaC, containerization, microservices, software-defined networking, coding/scripting languages, and Agile methodologies. Clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Tool Die Making 2 Manager for the Advanced Measurement Systems group at Northrop Grumman, responsible for daily operations, team supervision, work assignment, scheduling, workflow, and operating costs. The role involves working with Manufacturing Engineering on complex mechanical problems, dispositions, repair methodologies, and data analysis. It also includes assisting in personnel assignment for Aerospace Systems computer-aided measurement tasks, training personnel on Computer Aided Metrology Systems (C.A.M.S.), and assisting in certification testing. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Manager, Programs Level 2 to support classified development programs within the Advanced Mission Capabilities Business Unit’s Restricted Organization Unit onsite in Baltimore, MD. The selected candidate will be leading a sub-set of product development efforts, under the direction of a Senior Program Manager. | — | 0 |
| Security Coordinator 3 This role supports personnel security clearance transactions, utilizing various security systems, reviewing documents, and providing customer service. It requires a Secret security clearance and involves managing investigation statuses and applicant information. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Business Development 3 Manager of Business Development for Northrop Grumman's Land and Maritime Sensors business, focusing on ground-based surveillance, fire control, and Naval Surface Electronic Warfare Systems. Responsibilities include creating business strategies, identifying and capturing opportunities, developing customer contact plans, and collaborating with internal and external teams to develop win strategies. Requires experience with DoD customers and acquisition processes, strong communication, and leadership skills. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Business Development 3 This is a Business Development Manager role at Northrop Grumman, focused on ground-based surveillance, fire control, and Naval Surface Electronic Warfare Systems. The role involves creating business strategies, identifying and developing program opportunities, engaging with military services, and translating customer needs into company offerings. It requires experience with DoD requirements and acquisition processes, strong communication and leadership skills, and eligibility for a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 Systems Engineer for Ground Weapons System (GWS) program, focusing on Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Systems Safety. Responsibilities include requirement decomposition, verification strategies, and developing systems safety engineering packages. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer - Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Design & Analysis) – Level 5 to support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program. This role involves developing electrical analysis products for hardware, supporting design and development of GWS capability for the Missile Defense Agency. Responsibilities include reviewing supplier documentation, developing modeling solutions, conducting trade studies, performing electrical analysis for various system levels, managing electrical interfaces, and verifying electrical connectivity. | — | 0 |
| Test Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an RF Test Engineer to support production and manufacturing operations. The role involves integrating new equipment and programs, testing and troubleshooting RF sensors and related software/equipment, supporting technicians, and collaborating with design engineering for improvements. The position requires a Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SAP, and experience with RF test equipment and programming languages like C++, Python, or MATLAB. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer (Systems) BM/SRM (26-269) Software Systems Engineer supporting the C2BMC program, focusing on system design, technical decision-making, and integrating software-intensive capabilities within an Agile Scrum Team. The role shapes the behavior of C2BMC Battle Management components, ensuring designs meet mission needs, performance requirements, and operational constraints. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer (BM/SRM) (26-270) Principal Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. Responsibilities include Java software development, complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, and operational integration for enterprise applications on Linux. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with Agile methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Principal Software Engineer - SA (26-273) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to support the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program, which is essential for missile defense operations. The role involves Java software development, systems architecture, and supporting complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, and operational integration. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with software engineering practices. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial and administrative support for program managers and cost account managers. The position involves Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, including establishing work breakdown structures, performance measurement, estimates to complete, and reporting for government contracts. It requires experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and government contracting with EVM, and the ability to work on-site daily. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Software Engineering 1 Manager Software Engineering 1 at Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector in Beavercreek, OH. The role involves leading a team of software engineers, ensuring quality engineering support, and fostering a world-class Software and Digital Technologies organization. Responsibilities include functional leadership, collaboration, and potentially Scrum Master activities. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Experience in full-stack development (Java, Go, Python, web frameworks) or as an Agile Scrum Master is required. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Airworthiness Staff Engineer Airworthiness role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing basis of certification, determining methods of compliance, and creating compliance verification documentation for military airworthiness certification of air systems. The role involves ensuring airworthiness compliance with MIL-HDBK-516C and NAVAIR Instruction 13034.1F/G throughout the system lifecycle, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and managing airworthiness activities. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 14 years of experience or a Master's with 12 years, including at least 8 years in Airworthiness and NAVAIR experience, along with CAM or EVMS experience and a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Public Relations Representative (International) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Public Relations Representative to support their Defense Systems capabilities with a focus on global engagements and international messaging. The role involves developing and implementing country-specific communication plans, defining strategic recommendations based on data analysis, and measuring performance through key performance indicators. The position requires strong project management, relationship building, and executive presence skills, with experience in strategic communications, marketing, or public relations. | — | 0 |
| Specialty Engineering Manager 2 This role is a Specialty Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman, responsible for functional management of a department of 15 individuals supporting various engineering disciplines for space and ground systems. The role involves resource deployment, process maintenance, external interface fostering, organizational strategy development, and mentoring. It requires technical understanding in specialty engineering disciplines, project management, budget management, and interfacing with multiple other engineering and program management functions. The position also involves direct program support. | — | 0 |
| GNC Engineer: Modeling Sim. & Analysis – Level 2 or 3 (Chandler) This role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing flight software algorithms for guidance, navigation, and control functions, as well as simulation software for testing and verification of launch and target vehicles. It involves mathematical processing of data and formulation of equations for trajectory and control systems within the aerospace and defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Composite Bonder Technician 2 Composite Bonder Technician 2 at Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, UT. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, applying bonding agents, operating bonding equipment, and ensuring quality of composite and metal bonded products. Requires a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret level clearance. Experience in aerospace manufacturing and with measuring tools is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Composite Bonder Technician 3 Composite Bonder Technician 3 at Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, UT, responsible for reading blueprints, applying bonding agents, operating bonding equipment, and ensuring quality of composite, metal, or laminate bonded products. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in structures/composites. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 3 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for assembling major aircraft structures using blueprints, precision tools, and fabrication techniques. Requires a Secret clearance and 4+ years of experience in aerospace or related manufacturing environments. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 2 Engineering Technician role supporting the Armament Systems Division, focusing on Load, Assemble, Pack (LAP) processes of energetics and/or munition systems. Responsibilities include developing mechanical designs, operating equipment, performing quality checks, and collaborating with engineering and production teams. Requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience or education, with a trade school degree preferred. Experience in mechanical assembly and high mechanical aptitude are desired. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Structures Mechanic 2 Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for reading blueprints, fabricating structural assemblies, aligning parts, performing fitting operations, measuring parts with precision tools, and potentially modifying assemblies. Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Facility Representative This role is for a Facility Representative at Northrop Grumman, responsible for developing and planning facility events, internal moves, and facility-related projects. The position assists the Regional Facility Manager in overseeing facility matters, including employee space plans, service vendor contracts, employee moves, service requests, and construction management support. It also supports recycling, energy conservation, and cost-saving initiatives. The role requires knowledge of facilities, general infrastructure systems (HVAC, plumbing, power), critical thinking, and communication skills. Responsibilities include event management, move management, site evaluations, service vendor relations, and managing facility operations and upgrades. A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of facility experience or a High School Diploma with 6 years of facility experience is required, along with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Principal Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications Staff Principal Software Engineer responsible for adapting mobile control station software applications to a cloud environment, including building Infrastructure-as-Code, containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing within an Agile development framework. Requires experience with infrastructure components, IaC, containerization, microservices, software-defined networking, coding languages, and Agile methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software - Cloud & Applications This role involves adapting mobile control station software applications to a cloud environment, building Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and deploying solutions to an Il-5 cloud environment. It includes containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing within an Agile development process. The position requires experience with infrastructure components, IaC, containerization, microservices, software-defined networking, and a coding/scripting language. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Software - Experimentation Field Integrator Senior Principal Engineer Software role focused on full lifecycle software development, integration, testing, and maintenance within a defense contractor environment. Requires strong OOP language skills (Java, C/C++), experience with Windows/Linux, and the ability to manage complex integrations and work with government customers. Experience with experimentation contracts and Hardware-in-the-Loop environments is preferred. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |