Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Currently tracking 8 active AI roles, up 222% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $111k–$292k (avg $195k).
Northrop Grumman has 12 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The company is hiring for roles across several stages of AI development, with a significant focus on serving infrastructure, agents, and post-training stages, each representing 33%, 25%, and 25% of the listings respectively. Engineering is the primary function for these roles, and all positions are located in the United States. Frequently mentioned technical tags include agent orchestration, evals, and model serving, suggesting an emphasis on operationalizing AI systems. In the last 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI roles.
Northrop Grumman currently has 12 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Principal / Sr. Principal Signal / Image Processing Engineer (2), AI Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level), AI Systems Engineer (Principal or Sr. Principal Level), Discrimination Algorithm Engineer (Level 3 or 4) Secret (Chandler), Engineer Electrical/Principal Electrical Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering.
Northrop Grumman's active AI hiring is concentrated in: serving infrastructure (33%), agents (25%), post-training (25%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Northrop Grumman is hiring AI talent in: United States (12 roles).
Job postings at Northrop Grumman most frequently reference: agent orchestration, evals, inference infra, model serving, agent research.
In the past 30 days, Northrop Grumman has posted 12 new AI-related roles.
Aerospace · Defense
| Title | Stage | AI score |
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| Supply Chain Procuremnt Spec This role is for a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on procuring specialized materials, equipment, and services within the aerospace and defense industry. Responsibilities include developing RFQs, analyzing proposals, negotiating purchase orders, and managing supplier performance. It requires experience in supply chain or procurement within a manufacturing or aerospace environment, with preferred experience in SAP, regulated industries, and government contracting. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Systems Staff Systems Engineer for Digital Ecosystems at Northrop Grumman, responsible for designing and developing system architectures, defining requirements, and performing functional analysis within a model-based systems engineering framework. The role involves automation workflow development for engineering and business processes, requiring a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
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| Associate HR Business Partner / HR Business Partner - Palmdale CA Seeking an HR Business Partner to support the Manufacturing and Operations HR Organization. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineering leaders on HR strategies, managing HR projects, driving talent and performance management, and acting as an advisor on employee relations and culture. Requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of HR experience for the HRBP level. Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance is necessary. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Software / Principal Software Engineer 18675* Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer for the Sentinel program, focusing on SW development for Integration and Test, system architecture design, agile development, and automated test procedures. | — | 0 |
| Principal Systems Engineer\Sr Principal Engineer Systems-AHT Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System program in Huntsville, AL. The role involves systems engineering lifecycle experience for missile/weapon systems, functional analysis, and trade studies. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with SAFe Agile. The position may be filled at Level 3 or Level 4. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Engineering Design/Principal Engineering Design 10601-1 This role supports the Sentinel Weapon System Design Analysis & Configuration team, focusing on managing the product baseline. Responsibilities include architecting drawing trees, managing EBOM, product effectivity, developing installation packages, and providing guidance on design engineering processes. The role also involves authoring procedures and integrating the supply base product baseline. | — | 0 |
| Field Engineer Field Engineer role supporting the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) Program, involving on-site technical support, inventory management, customer interaction, system troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication systems. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with military communication systems. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 2 Program Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman in Camarillo, CA, responsible for leading existing and future contract/non-contract efforts and proposals for the Advanced Mission Capability- Electro Magnetic Maneuver Warfare (EMW) Operating Unit. The role involves managing programs, supporting proposals, leading cross-functional teams, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, interfacing with customers, and developing new business opportunities. Requires a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience or Master's with 6 years, demonstrated leadership in government contract support, proposal processes, and managing fixed-price proposals over $10M. Active Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain Top Secret and SAP. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Operations 2 Operations Program Manager responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance of manufacturing programs from inception through completion. Manages manufacturing activities across the program lifecycle, interfaces with PMO and Operations, and leads cross-functional teams. Requires experience with ERP/MRP systems, Earned Value Management, and proposal development. Clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electrical (level 2/3) - Subsystems Electrical Engineer (level 2/3) for aircraft subsystem development, including electrical design, analysis, requirements, and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include developing electrical wiring designs, selecting components, supporting power generation and distribution systems, and performing system level testing and verification. Requires a STEM degree and experience in aerospace electrical design. Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 3 or 4 Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting two programs with a singular baseline, working in an Agile team environment. Requires a Top-Secret clearance and experience with Kubernetes, Helm, Java, and Git. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software - DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Software - DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing, developing, and operating a modern DevSecOps software factory for aerospace programs. Responsibilities include setting up large-scale software factories and implementing DevSecOps lifecycle segments. Requires a STEM degree, software engineering experience, familiarity with change management and configuration systems, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 2 Manager for Final Assembly in manufacturing, focusing on leading a team of 10-15 mechanics, pipe fitters, painters, or electricians. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement, adhering to collective bargaining agreements, and managing employee time and training. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent, supervisory experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer (Rancho Bernardo - El Segundo - Palmdale CA) Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing, implementing, and maintaining modular simulation and modeling software using C++ and Python. Responsibilities include integrating simulation components, designing and executing tests, optimizing performance, and collaborating with systems engineers. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 2 years of experience, and an active Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| F-18 Flight Operations 3 This role involves performing complex mechanical duties for flight line operations, including power plant, hydraulics, controls, and structures on aircraft. Responsibilities include pre-flight and post-flight inspections, disassembly, repair, replacement, servicing, and operation of aircraft power plants and ground equipment. The position requires a High School Diploma, at least 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. It also involves significant physical labor and working outdoors in various conditions. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Data Processing Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Data Processing Lead to define, design, integrate, test, and certify hardware and software requirements for mission processing and data storage. The role involves interpreting and allocating requirements, designing system models and architectures, performing hardware integration and testing, and collaborating with various teams and suppliers. Experience with model-based systems engineering and supplier management is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 1 Manager of General Manufacturing 1 responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing processes to ensure efficient and timely production of aircraft. This role involves managing a team of employees, implementing production schedules, ensuring quality standards are met, and optimizing production processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity. The Manager General Manufacturing 1 works closely with other departments to ensure that aircraft are produced to meet customer demand, delivered on time, and meet the company's financial goals. They are also responsible for maintaining safe working conditions and complying with relevant regulations and industry standards. | — | 0 |
| Property and Asset Management Analyst/ Principal Property and Asset Management Analyst This role is for a Property and Asset Management Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on maintaining laboratory assets and ensuring accountability of government and company assets in compliance with regulations. It involves managing property control systems, tracking equipment, coordinating inventories, conducting property record reviews, and preparing reports. The position requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with government property management clauses like FAR Part 45 and DFARS. | — | 0 |
| Systems Modeling Simulation Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level) Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer responsible for the design, development, integration, and test of physics-based, real-time engineering simulations in support of Operator-In-The-Loop (OITL) mission simulations, including sensor/payload operations and Electronic Warfare effects. The role involves modeling operational environments, performing trade studies via computer simulation, and recommending alternative architectures using C#/C++, JAVA, or other Object Oriented programming languages. Experience with modeling of Radars, Missiles, IADS, or Air/Space platforms, Electronic Warfare, or Red/Blue CONOPs/TTPs is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading supply chain strategies, financial management, and team guidance within a defense sector. Requires experience in program cost/schedule, subcontractor financial performance, and a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer (Secret) - Level 3 (Chandler) Embedded Software Engineer with experience in C/C++ development in a Linux environment, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and the full software development lifecycle. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer (Secret) - Level 5 (Chandler) Embedded Software Engineer with experience in C/C++ on Linux, real-time operating systems, and full software development lifecycle. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Field Engineer Level 2 / 3 (OCONUS) Field Engineer Level 2 or 3 for deployment to overseas field locations, performing hands-on technical tasks during ground system installation, integration, operations, and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system. Requires experience with network devices, computer systems, and software installation, with a focus on process definition and customer interaction. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Optical - Level 3/4 Systems Engineer with experience in Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) systems, responsible for defining and managing system requirements, performing performance assessments, and participating in verification and data review activities. The role involves creating and managing specifications, supporting risk management, and facilitating technical reviews. Requires a BS in Engineering with significant experience and an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| GNC Engineer – Level 2 (Space Systems) Chandler GNC Engineer responsible for developing and evaluating guidance, navigation, and control systems for aerospace applications. This involves applying mathematical models, control theories, and algorithm development, working with simulations, and integrating hardware/software components. Requires experience with C++, MATLAB, and Python in a Linux environment, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer -18556 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel program, supporting Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems. Responsibilities include developing unit-level hardware test procedures, collaborating on requirements, supporting higher-level tests, and coordinating lab integration activities. The role requires experience with MBSE, system integration, test plan development, and Atlassian tools, with a Secret security clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Electronics Associate Engineer Electronics role at Northrop Grumman focused on the research, design, development, and testing of electronic equipment, including Automated Test Equipment (ATE). Responsibilities involve hardware component development, ATE architecture design, troubleshooting hardware-software integration issues, schematic capture, and test plan execution. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer - Level 3/4 Software Engineer for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, focusing on developing and sustaining mission operational software product lines and new capabilities for a restricted SCI customer in support of national security. Requires advanced C++ and Linux skills, with potential for Agile and DevSecOps experience. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Tool / Sr Principal Engineer Tool The role involves concept generation, detailed 3D CAD design, fabrication drawings, and support during production for tooling. The engineer ensures tooling meets performance, quality, and safety requirements, acting as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and project management. Responsibilities include creating CAD models and drawings, developing fabrication requirements, providing technical support during fabrication, performing inspections, and resolving fabrication issues. | — | 0 |
| Principal Industrial Engineer This role focuses on industrial engineering principles, utilizing data analytics to optimize operational processes, improve program performance, and build models for product flow optimization. It involves developing scheduling tools, aligning ERP systems, and creating metrics and visualizations for shop floor performance. While it involves data analysis and potentially working with data science teams, the core function is not AI/ML model development but rather process optimization and operational efficiency within an industrial/manufacturing context. | — | 0 |
| Tool Engineer / Principal Tool Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tool Engineer or Principal Tool Engineer to be responsible for the concept generation, detailed 3D CAD design, fabrication drawings, and production support of tooling. The role involves collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and project management teams to ensure tooling meets performance, quality, and safety requirements. Responsibilities include creating CAD models and drawings, specifying fabrication requirements, providing hands-on manufacturing support, performing inspections, and resolving fabrication issues. Requires a STEM degree and experience in design for manufacturing, 3D CAD modeling (NX preferred), and drafting. | — | 0 |
| Project Analyst / Principal Project Analyst Project Analyst role at Northrop Grumman focused on supporting engineering releases, managing documentation, and coordinating technical/process issues within a defense sector context. Requires experience with Product Lifecycle Management, Configuration Management, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Production Operations / Sr Principal Production Operations This role is for a Principal/Sr. Principal Production Operations OPM at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing the manufacturing scope of a naval launcher program. Responsibilities include resolving manufacturing issues, coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing risks and opportunities, performing EVMS, and ensuring successful manufacturing performance on time and budget. It requires experience in program/project management, manufacturing environments, and ERP systems, with a preference for government contract experience and Earned Value Management. | — | 0 |
| Technical Services Project & Risk Management (3/4) This role is for a Technical Services Project & Risk Management Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the Regional Strike Launcher Program Office. The responsibilities include managing program/project risks, establishing milestones, monitoring adherence to processes and schedules, developing risk mitigation strategies, reviewing project status and budgets, and ensuring contract requirements are met. The role requires experience in Program/Project Management and Risk Management, collaboration with multiple functional organizations, and the ability to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance. It can be filled at a Principal or Sr. Principal level. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Test Engineering Manager 2 - 18695 Test Engineering Manager for the Sentinel program, responsible for managing flight test and field engineers preparing ICBM launch facilities, overseeing missile componentry, and ensuring operational readiness and safety for flight test operations. | — | 0 |
| Principal Operations Project Manager (OPM) Project Manager role focused on manufacturing operations, cost, and schedule management within the defense sector. Requires experience in engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and business management, with a strong emphasis on Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mechanical Engineer/Principal Mechanical Engineer ECS - *16976 Mechanical Engineer role focused on Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and HVAC for the Sentinel Program. Responsibilities include developing requirements, specifications, designs, and analyses, collaborating with various teams, and performing heating/cooling calculations. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with CAD and drawing packages. Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Network This role is for a Principal Network Systems Engineer supporting the Triton program at RAAF Tindal. The engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, testing, and troubleshooting secure, operational networks, working with Defence stakeholders and US-based engineers. The position requires end-to-end ownership of network solutions in a secure, regulated environment. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mission Assurance - Design Assurance Manager 1 - 7951-2 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Mission Assurance - Design Assurance Manager 1 in Roy, Utah to support the Sentinel (GBSD) program. The role involves analyzing and validating electromechanical hardware models, systems, and related documents, recommending design changes, reviewing practices and procedures, participating in engineering boards, developing metrics, and reviewing subcontractor designs. The position requires a Secret security clearance and experience leading projects or teams. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Configuration Audit Manager 2- 18697 Manager for a Configuration Management Audit team on the Sentinel Program, responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on functional and physical configuration audits to ensure compliance with documentation, requirements, and contract specifications. This role involves baseline management, discrepancy tracking, change control support, and documentation validation, with a significant travel requirement to supplier sites. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 2 Manager of General Manufacturing 2 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for overseeing production processes, managing a team of technicians, ensuring quality standards, and optimizing production for aircraft manufacturing. This role requires leadership experience and a focus on continuous improvement in safety, delivery, quality, and cost. | — | 0 |
| Production Control Manager 2 This role is a Production Control Manager at Northrop Grumman, responsible for directing and coordinating production schedules, managing the flow of materials, overseeing work in process, and ensuring the availability of resources to meet production and delivery requirements. It involves leadership, team management, and coordination with various departments like quality assurance, manufacturing, and supply chain. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Staff System Architect The Sr. Staff System Architect will be responsible for the system architecture and design of advanced sensing, targeting, and tracking systems for defense applications. This role involves creating and maintaining system architecture to meet operational needs, considering constraints like cost, schedule, and risk, and ensuring alignment with internal roadmaps. The position requires a strong engineering background, experience in defense contracting, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Software - Payloads & Tasking Applications (San Diego CA) Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on developing enterprise solutions for Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) in a Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) environment. The role involves participating in the full software development lifecycle within an Agile framework, collaborating with various engineering teams, and working with object-oriented programming, design patterns, and related technologies. Experience with multiple programming languages, cloud technologies, and a Top Secret clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - PBACM Deputy IPT Lead Manager 3 - 18425 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Manager of Program Management to lead Sentinel Post-Boost Integrated Product Team (IPT) activity. This role involves customer intimacy, coordinating staffing needs, overseeing supplier activity, managing profit & loss, developing growth strategies, executing program activities to meet financial goals, overseeing proposal preparation, and supporting the development of program management processes. The position also requires participation in governance boards, assisting engineers with change management, and leading IPT activities for flight tests and production scaling. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician - Level 2 This role is for a Manufacturing Technician Level 2 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the fabrication of ceramics and silicon carbide optics. Responsibilities include handling materials, preparing them for firing, performing grinding and filing, and assisting with equipment maintenance. The role requires attention to detail, mechanical ability, and the ability to follow instructions and blueprints. Experience in a ceramic manufacturing environment and familiarity with ISO standards are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst - Level 4 This role focuses on program planning and scheduling for defense projects, involving the creation and maintenance of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), resource loading, schedule risk analysis, and ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) standards. It requires proficiency in Microsoft Project and collaboration with various teams, including finance and subcontractors. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Manager 2 This role is for a Business Management Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial activities for programs within the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability Division. Responsibilities include financial forecasting, Earned Value Management, monthly reporting, budgeting, estimate at complete development, business strategy development, pricing and proposal support, risk management, and team leadership. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or program control, understanding of US Government contracts, FAR, experience with budgeting, forecasting, proposal preparation, EVM, SAP, and a Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Experience with COBRA, COGNOS MPP, and the Aerospace and Defense industry are preferred. | — | 0 |
| Finance Manager 2 Finance Manager responsible for leading key line forecasting, program budgeting, earned value reporting, and financial reporting activities within a defense contractor. This role involves managing program earned value in compliance with reporting requirements, leading baseline efforts, and supporting proposal activities and contract negotiations. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of finance/accounting experience or equivalent. Experience with Earned Value, US Government procurement, and financial systems like SPFP and COBRA is preferred. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |