Northrop Grumman currently has 15 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The company's hiring is concentrated in roles focused on agents and serving infrastructure, each representing 33% and 27% of the listings, respectively, with post-training roles also at 27%. Engineering is the primary function for these positions, with all roles located in the United States. Frequent technical tags include agent orchestration, evals, and model serving, suggesting a focus on the practical deployment and evaluation of AI systems. In the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 14 new AI roles, a significant increase from the previous 30-day period.
Currently tracking 12 active AI roles, with 2062 new openings in the last 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $83k–$292k (avg $184k).
Northrop Grumman currently has 14 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level), Algorithm Software Engineer - Level 4, Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer - Prognostics / PHM, Machine Perception (MP) Engineer – Level 3 or 4, Principal / Sr Principal AI Software Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering.
Northrop Grumman's active AI hiring is concentrated in: data (50%), post-training (29%), serving infrastructure (21%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Northrop Grumman is hiring AI talent in: United States (14 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently mention: C++, Software Engineering, Python, NumPy & Pandas, Machine Learning.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 21 new AI-related roles. That is a +62% change versus the prior 30 days (13 → 21).
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| Lead Business Analyst Lead Business Analyst role at Northrop Grumman UK, focusing on shaping and delivering solutions within agile software delivery teams. The role involves acting as a bridge between stakeholders and delivery teams, eliciting requirements, supporting backlog prioritization, facilitating workshops, applying systems thinking, and evaluating delivered solutions. Requires experience in agile environments, strong analytical skills, and effective communication. Experience in Defence, Security, or highly regulated environments is beneficial. UK citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel ILS Manager Programs 3 -18927 This role is for an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager for the Sentinel program at Northrop Grumman. The manager will oversee maintenance planning, supply support, packaging, handling, storage, transportation (PHS&T), and technical orders. They will integrate with design and engineering teams to influence design for supportability and reduce sustainment costs. Responsibilities include ensuring program compliance with regulations, managing ILS plans, establishing supply support systems, planning for deployment and sustainment, delivering logistics products, overseeing technical order development, and briefing stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in product support functional areas and an active Secret security clearance. Experience in regulated environments is implied by the defense domain and clearance requirements. |
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| Principal HR Business Partner - Palmdale CA Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal HR Business Partner to support the Manufacturing and Operations HR Organization. The role involves partnering with engineering leaders to develop and implement HR strategies, manage HR projects, drive talent and performance management, and foster a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with experience in HR disciplines and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Material Cost Analyst Principal Material Cost Analyst (Level 3) at Northrop Grumman, San Diego, CA. Focuses on Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation and financial reporting for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Managers (CAMs), ensuring compliance with DOD EVMS guidelines. Responsibilities include preparing month-end reports, developing and reviewing Estimates at Completion (EACs), incorporating changes into the EVMS system, and supporting CAMs with WBS alignment, time phasing, performance measurement, and variance analysis. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's with 3 years in Business Management, Accounting, or Financial Analysis, with experience in Government Contracting and EVM. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Financial Analyst 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Financial Analyst/Principal Financial Analyst to support the Division Rates Manager in the Weapons Systems Division. This role involves coordinating budgets, monitoring costs, analyzing variances, building processes and visibility tools, creating financial bridging data, providing support on business management needs, participating in Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) development, defending FPRP estimates through DCAA/DCMA audits, and ensuring compliance with applicable NGDS Sector PrOP, CAS, and FAR. | — | 0 |
| Project Planning Manager lvl 3/4 Project Planning Manager for Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector, responsible for planning and directing program efforts, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, coordinating proposals, and leading cross-functional teams. Requires experience with project management skills, customer engagement, and the ability to obtain a secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Project Management - 16137 Project Manager for the Sentinel program, responsible for overseeing operational aspects of projects, managing schedules, budgets, and serving as a liaison between project management, planning, and line management. The role involves monitoring project progress, resolving issues, and coordinating with various teams and customer events. Requires experience in project management principles, Microsoft Office Suite, and excellent communication skills. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Staff Integrated Product Team Lead Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking an Integrated Product Team Lead (IPT) to manage engineering project delivery within cost and schedule, meeting technical requirements and stakeholder expectations. The role involves utilizing EVMS, risk management, schedule updates, scope management, staffing coordination, and supplier management for spacecraft development or related product development. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience in project management and leading engineering teams. | — | 0 |
| Principal Project Manager Project Manager for Northrop Grumman's Armament System/Ammunition Co-Production portfolio, focusing on managing international co-production programs, ensuring program requirements, cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives are met throughout the program life cycle. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain 1 Manager Supply Chain 1 at Northrop Grumman responsible for planning, issuing, and controlling production schedules and coordinating material requirements to ensure a smooth flow of materials for production. This role involves advising management on work-in-progress status, material availability, and potential production issues, as well as scheduling personnel and equipment, and managing interdepartmental coordination. The position requires direct supervision of staff and adherence to management guidelines and policies. A Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, or equivalent, and two years of lead/supervisory experience are required, along with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst - Finance This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst in the defense industry, focusing on financial analysis, budgeting, cost control, and Earned Value Management (EVM) for government contracts. It requires experience with financial analysis and reporting, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst - Finance This role is a Program Cost Control Analyst within the finance department of Northrop Grumman's Space Sector. The primary responsibilities include preparing budgets and schedules, performing financial analyses (funding profiles, sales outlooks, cash forecasting, variance analysis), managing expenditures, and ensuring adequate funding. The role also involves setting up and monitoring cost control systems, supporting audits, performing Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks such as WBS development, budget baselining, cost risk analysis, and developing estimates to complete. A Top Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel – Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (18174) This role is for a Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel (GBSD) Program. The responsibilities include setting up, monitoring, and controlling program costs and schedules, performing analyses, preparing reports, and managing budgets and contract changes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in business, finance, or related fields, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Experience with MS Office, ERP tools, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Battle Management C2 Communications Manager 3 This role is for a Battle Management C2 Communications Manager 3 at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibility is to develop and execute communications strategies to increase awareness of the company's capabilities in battle management command and control (C2), particularly concerning C2 and JADC2/multi-domain integration. The role involves leading a team, creating various content, providing strategic counsel, and using data analytics to measure campaign effectiveness. Experience in aerospace and defense, public relations, media relations, and translating messages for diverse audiences is required. The role also requires the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance and travel. | — | 0 |
| Principal Information Systems Project Manager – Project Engr (26-275) Project Manager for the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program, supporting missile defense systems. The role involves managing technical scope, schedule, and cost for engineering changes, overseeing cross-functional teams, and coordinating project execution within an Agile framework. Requires a Top Secret security clearance and experience in project planning, EVMS, systems engineering, and software development. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 2 (Supplier Management Team Lead) Program Manager 2, Supplier Management Team Lead for Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector. This role involves evaluating hardware and software suppliers, leading requirements analysis, technical trade studies, risk management, and vendor selection. Responsibilities include coordinating the Supplier Management Team, monitoring technical performance, managing earned value, overseeing supplier performance phases, reviewing supplier documentation, and reporting status. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of related experience (or equivalent) in project/program management, engineering, or business management, with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 2 - Precision Products Program Manager for Precision Products at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing cost, schedule, and technical performance of contracts, acting as the primary customer interface, and leading diverse technical teams. Requires a STEM degree with significant program management experience and a strong understanding of program execution fundamentals. | — | 0 |
| AARGM Production Program Manager 2 Program Manager for the production of the Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) weapon system, overseeing contract execution from planning to delivery. Requires leadership of cross-functional teams, customer relationship management, budget adherence using EVM, and risk management within the aerospace/defense sector. Must have a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 3 This role is a Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing budgets, schedules, and financial analyses for government contracts. It involves setting up cost control systems, monitoring expenditures, performing variance analysis, and preparing reports related to Earned Value Management (EVM). The position requires experience in financial analysis and EVM, with a preference for defense industry experience and knowledge of financial systems and regulations. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 2 - Advanced Programs Program Manager for Advanced Programs / Propulsion Technology & Weapons team at Northrop Grumman, managing multiple contracts for technologies like solid rocket motors, energetic materials, stealth coatings, and automotive airbag testing. Requires leadership, business development, and technical experience in the aerospace/defense industry, with a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Financial Analyst This role is for a Financial Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial reporting, planning, forecasting, and analysis within the Aerospace and Defense industry. It involves supporting program financials, working with business management teams, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations like SOX. The position requires strong Excel and PowerPoint skills and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial management and Earned Value Management (EVM) for defense programs. The responsibilities include budget development, cost tracking, financial analysis, and reporting to ensure contracts meet financial and government guidelines. The role requires experience with financial systems, EVM concepts, and strong Excel skills. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Project Management This role is for a Sr. Principal Project Manager focused on enterprise physical security and converged network security, bridging IT infrastructure and physical facility protection. The candidate will manage projects related to physical security systems, access control, and video management software, requiring experience in system deployment, network security, and incident response. A Top Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Business Development Representative Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Business Development Representative III to support the execution of business development initiatives across the Enterprise. This role involves supporting day-to-day operations, coordinating key messaging and materials, and analyzing the competitive landscape. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with significant relevant experience and an active US Government Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 3 or 4 Program Cost Control Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, responsible for managing budgets, schedules, financial analyses, and ensuring adequate funding for contracts. The role involves leading multiple CLINs, managing subcontractors, setting up cost control systems, supporting audits, and performing EVM tasks. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with financial analysis and Earned Value Management. | — | 0 |
| Level 2 or Level 3 Proposal Analyst This role supports proposal development, cost estimating, and pricing analysis for defense contracts, ensuring compliance with RFP specifications and regulatory requirements. It involves compiling cost, schedule, and technical elements, researching historical data, developing cost models, and participating in fact-finding and pricing reviews. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and experience in proposal or material estimating, with a Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Proposal Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Proposal Analyst to support the F-35 Production & Development Operating Unit. The role involves leading and supporting proposal activities, including developing, planning, and scheduling proposals, compiling cost, schedule, and technical elements, researching historical data, developing cost models, coordinating fact-finding meetings, and participating in pricing reviews and negotiations. The position requires experience in estimating, pricing, finance, contracts, and knowledge of government contracting regulations (FAR, DFARS). | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst Seeking a Principal Program Cost & Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis for program requirements. Responsibilities include establishing Work Breakdown Structure, assessing performance criteria, supporting reporting, maintaining cost/schedule integration, and analyzing funding and risk. Requires experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and financial forecasting in a government contracting environment, including tools like Cobra and/or SAP S4. A Secret Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Contracts Administrator Level 3 or 4 This role is for a Contracts Administrator at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing contracts related to defense sector programs. It requires experience with government regulations like FAR/DFAR and handling contract negotiations and administration. The role is not directly involved in AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Manager 2 This is a Business Management Manager 2 position at Northrop Grumman, focused on overseeing program-related business management activities, ensuring financial goals are met, and managing a team of program control analysts. The role requires experience in Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Cost Principles, Forward Pricing Rate proposals (FPRPs), and Earned Value Management (EVM). It involves financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, with a strong emphasis on leadership and team development. The position requires a Top-Secret clearance and involves travel. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Analyst - Level 3 or 4 This role is a Business Management Analyst responsible for preparing budgets and schedules, performing financial analyses, monitoring costs, and managing program resources. It requires experience in business management, program control, and financial analysis, with a strong emphasis on Earned Value Management (EVM). | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to support their Defence and C&I programmes. The role involves shaping supply chain strategies for bids, identifying and engaging suppliers, and managing supplier relationships. This is a collaborative role focused on winning new business through commercial insight and negotiation. | — | 0 |
| International Trade Compliance Analyst The International Trade Compliance Analyst will support the Mission Systems Export Compliance Team, ensuring compliance with export laws and internal processes that enhance foreign policy and protect national security. This role involves developing and managing internal export and import controls, obtaining necessary licenses and permits from the US Government, and conducting gate reviews for technical data, foreign travel, and shipments. The analyst will also maintain trade compliance records, support investigations, and provide training. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 3 Program Manager 3 at Northrop Grumman, supporting Advanced Systems Operating Unit within Advanced Mission Capabilities Business Unit. The role involves leadership of an EMD Program, focusing on managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance, stakeholder engagement, resource allocation, and customer relationship management. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or Master's with 6 years, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Contract Administrator Senior Principal Contract Administrator role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing contractual activities for government and international contracts. Responsibilities include proposal preparation, negotiation, administration, customer interface, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR/DFARS. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or a Master's with 6 years, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst - Finance Level 3 or 4 Program Cost Control Analyst role at Northrop Grumman, supporting finance and program management for defense contracts. Responsibilities include budget preparation, financial analysis, cost monitoring, schedule control, and Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks. Requires a Top-Secret/SCI clearance and experience in financial analysis and reporting. | — | 0 |
| Program Cost Control Analyst - Finance Level 3 or 4 Program Cost Control Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, responsible for managing budgets, schedules, and financial analyses for government contracts. Requires a Top Secret security clearance and experience in financial analysis and reporting. The role involves setting up cost control systems, supporting audits, performing variance analysis, and managing Earned Value Metrics (EVM). | — | 0 |
| Contracts Manager 2 Contracts Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading a contracts team within the Research and Advanced Design (R&AD) Division. This role involves managing contract administration, proposal preparation, customer interface, and team leadership, with a focus on government contracts and compliance with FAR/DFARS. Requires a Secret clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Accountant This role is for a Principal Accountant at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting financial and accounting activities, including preparing financial reports, analyzing transactions, managing accounts receivable, and supporting month-end close and payroll processes. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Government contracting experience and familiarity with GAAP, FAR, CAS, IFRS are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Director of Programs 1 – EMD Master Planning Northrop Grumman is seeking a Director of Programs 1 – EMD Master Planning in Roy, UT. This role involves the horizontal and vertical integration of programmatic, contractual, and technical elements of a large-scale defense program, focusing on the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Responsibilities include strategic development and management of EMD master schedules, Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), and integrating internal/external dependencies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience (or Master's with 8), 5 years of people leadership, experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and IMP/IMS on large aerospace/defense programs, and an active DoD Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Operations 2 This role manages the production operations for manufacturing programs, focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance from inception to completion. It involves leading cross-functional teams, managing resources, risk, and reporting program performance, with a strong emphasis on Earned Value Management (EVM) and adherence to manufacturing scope and contract requirements. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 1 - Tactical Products and Services Program Manager for Tactical Products and Services within Northrop Grumman's Advanced Programs team, focusing on missile defense industry advancements. Responsibilities include managing multiple contracts, leading cross-functional teams to deliver technical, financial, and schedule performance, and maintaining customer and partner relationships. Requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of aerospace/defense technical experience, 3+ years of program management experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Contract Administrator Contract Administrator role at Northrop Grumman supporting Laser Systems Operating Unit, focusing on government contracting, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, administration, and compliance with FAR. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience or a Master's with 1+ year, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Global Supply Chain Program Manager 3 Program Manager for Global Supply Chain within the Advanced Weapons business unit at Northrop Grumman. This role focuses on leading a team to manage supplier cost, schedule, and technical performance for multi-million dollar programs. Responsibilities include strategy, planning, execution of material and services, risk mitigation, resource planning, forecasting, and supplier performance management. Requires experience in supply chain, program management, and supplier management, with a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or equivalent. | — | 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 |
| Procurement Specialist This role is for a Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman Australia, responsible for leading end-to-end procurement activities for indirect categories, including sourcing, supplier engagement, negotiation, and contract management. The specialist will ensure timely delivery of goods and services while meeting cost, quality, and compliance expectations, and will manage procure-to-pay and source-to-contract processes, oversee subcontract performance, and provide procurement guidance. | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |