Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Aerospace · Defense
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.
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| Senior Manager Capture Management (MDO)- TS/SCI Senior Manager Capture Management for Northrop Grumman's Multi-Domain Operations Division, focusing on strategic capture efforts, customer engagement, and achieving growth objectives within the defense sector. Requires extensive experience in business development and capture management, with a strong understanding of government acquisition processes and a Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Financial Analyst - Level 4 Financial Analyst role at Northrop Grumman, focused on financial planning, analysis, reporting, and forecasting. Responsibilities include supporting AOP and LRSP processes, consolidating financial data for SEC reporting, and coordinating with business management teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent. | — | 0 |
| Principal Cost Estimating Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Cost Estimating Analyst (Level 3) to join their Production Operations Estimating department. This role involves developing cost estimates for manufacturing and engineering based on RFPs and change requests, analyzing specifications, calculating production costs using historical data and pricing schedules, collecting cost data, creating cost models, and presenting findings. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience or a Master's with 3 years, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, specifically Least Square Regression, Pivot Table Analysis, and Improvement Curves. US Citizenship is required. |
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| Technical Services Project Manager (Level 5) Project Manager for Technical Services at Northrop Grumman, focusing on operations, cost, quality, and schedule for defense sector programs. Requires experience in program management, manufacturing systems, and Earned Value Management, with a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 2 or 3 Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focusing on high-performance Java applications and low-level hardware interaction, with a need for modern front-end skills in TypeScript and React. Requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Drafter/Designer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Drafter/Designer to create and revise parametric drawings and 3D models for facility and equipment designs using AutoCAD. The role involves working with various engineering disciplines and adhering to ASME modeling and drawing standards. Experience with architectural, electrical, structural, mechanical, HVAC, and piping systems is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - 18478 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves supporting the Digital Thread System team across the full systems-engineering life cycle, from use-case development through verification. Responsibilities include requirements definition, allocation, traceability, functional decomposition, interface definition, verification, and developing system architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture. The position requires a Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain SAP and Top Secret clearances. Experience with DOORS and MBSE is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Systems / Principal Systems Engineer - 16888* Northrop Grumman is hiring a Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel Program. The role involves modeling, simulation, and analysis, supporting requirement decomposition and traceability, and contributing to MBSE strategy. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with MBSE and the Engineering V. | — | 0 |
| Consulting Cyber Systems Engineer (Thread Lead) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Consulting Cyber Systems Engineer (Thread Lead) to join their Sentinel Mission Defense Team in Roy, UT. This role requires expert knowledge in Cybersecurity Systems Engineering, including network technologies, hardware, software, and large-scale development programs. The candidate will lead cybersecurity efforts for complex software and hardware airborne and ground systems, ensuring requirements are met, risks are mitigated, and technical baselines are complete, verified, and validated. The position involves close collaboration with customers and internal engineering teams, reporting status, and providing technical guidance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 5 This role involves analyzing data collection, determining satisfactory data from noise, processing satisfactory results with multiple algorithms, verifying processing outcomes, and providing feedback for algorithm enhancements and new algorithm development. It requires a strong background in data analysis, algorithm processing, and software engineering within a defense context, with a mandatory Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Systems Engineer/Sr Principal Systems Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer/Sr Principal Systems Engineer in San Diego, CA to support the digital transformation of national defense products. The role involves applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using Cameo and DOORS to develop system architecture, conduct analyses, and translate customer requirements into specifications throughout the product lifecycle. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to ensure solutions meet performance, schedule, and cost goals, and will work on complex technical problems requiring ingenuity and creativity. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Level 6 Software Engineer Level 6 at Northrop Grumman focused on data analysis and algorithm processing for RF signals. Responsibilities include reviewing data collection, identifying satisfactory data, processing it with algorithms, verifying results, and providing feedback for algorithm enhancements and automation. Requires a Top Secret clearance and experience with Python (numpy, pandas, matplotlib) and Matlab. | — | 0 |
| Engineer OR Principal Engineer Structural Analysis Structural Analysis Engineer or Principal Structural Analysis Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on analyzing, researching, and developing structural engineering specifications for aircraft structures, including metals, non-metallic, and composite materials. Responsibilities include MRB stress analysis, reviewing designs, coordinating with other disciplines, and evaluating as-built products. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with Finite Element Models and structural analysis methods. | — | 0 |
| Principal OR Sr. Principal Engineer Structural Analysis (4/10 Day Shift) Structural Analysis Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on metals, non-metallic, or composite structural materials for aircraft design. Responsibilities include MRB stress analysis, damage tolerance, durability analysis, and developing solutions for structural issues. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with Finite Element Models and analysis tools like Nastran and Femap. | — | 0 |
| Engineer OR Principal Engineer Structural Analysis (3/10 Weekend Shift) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer or Principal Structural Analysis Engineer to analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications for aircraft structures. The role involves providing stress MRB dispositions, reviewing analyses and designs, coordinating with other disciplines, and developing solutions to complex problems in a production environment. Experience with metals, non-metallic, or composite structural materials, and tools like NX CAD, Femap, and Nastran is required. A Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer -Ability to Obtain Clearance Manufacturing Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Sentinel program. Responsibilities include developing and improving manufacturing processes, collaborating with design engineering, resolving process issues, and ensuring compliance with production requirements. Requires a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on obtaining a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Software (DevOps) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Software (DevOps Engineer) to join their team in Melbourne, FL. The role focuses on designing, developing, and integrating software systems to ensure seamless data flow between products, requiring expertise in APIs, scripting languages (Java, Python), and CI/CD pipelines. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4 Software Engineer for Northrop Grumman's GMD Fire Controls (GFC) suite of products within the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Ground-based Midcourse Defense Weapon System (GWS) program. Responsibilities include software development, implementation of updates, collaboration in an agile scrum team, and working with the Command and Control (C2) Graphical User Interface (GUI). Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with C++ and UI/UX design. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Scheduler 3 Manufacturing Scheduler role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on planning and controlling production schedules to meet delivery objectives. Requires experience in manufacturing floor operations and production control, with a preference for SAP/ERP systems and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal OR Senior Principal Payloads Field Service Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Payloads Field Service Engineer to support the MQ-4C Triton Program in Mayport, Florida. The role involves providing operational and maintenance support for sensors and communication systems at a Forward Operating Base, including fault isolation, remediation, and resolution. The position requires a STEM degree, experience in engineering, Linux competence, familiarity with payloads/comms operations, and a DoD Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance. Travel and training are required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer 18190* Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. This role involves developing and improving manufacturing processes, collaborating with design engineering, resolving complex process issues, working with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with EMD requirements. The position requires a Secret security clearance and experience with design reviews, process control documentation, and manufacturing execution systems. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer (Level 2 OR 3) Electromechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focusing on hardware design, integration, and testing of systems involving diverse electrical signals (power, RF, fiber optics). Requires collaboration, documentation, and troubleshooting. Clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manager Software Engineering 3 - 18643 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Flight Systems Software Execution Manager 3 in Roy, UT. This role serves as the IFC Lead for Flight Systems, reporting to the GSI Director. Responsibilities include providing cross-program leadership, governance, and integration; driving portfolio-level metrics; ensuring adherence to processes; briefing executive leadership; and acting as the primary liaison with DevOps for predictable, high-quality software delivery. The manager will lead planning, execution, architecture, design, feature development, and metrics for Integrated Functional Capabilities (IFCs), fostering a culture of well-being and engagement. Duties include integrating with the Software Factory, developing plans for IFC execution and certification, aggregating and reporting metrics, preparing executive briefings, overseeing technical architecture and roadmaps, coordinating with various teams for release readiness, managing P&L and EVMS responsibilities, ensuring process compliance, and leading/mentoring teams. | — | 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. Responsibilities include establishing Work Breakdown Structures, managing budgeted cost of work scheduled, assessing performance criteria, maintaining estimates to complete, and supporting internal/external reporting for variance analysis. The role requires proficiency in financial systems, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles, cost performance reporting, and financial forecasting. Experience with Deltek Cobra, SAP S4, MS Excel/Powerpoint is utilized. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Software Architect/Lead Level 5 Software Architect/Lead responsible for the design, development, and delivery of complex, mission-critical systems spanning software and hardware. Drives end-to-end solutions, aligns development programs, and establishes governance frameworks for workflow automation, meeting business objectives and regulatory requirements. Requires strong Java and hardware-software interfacing expertise, with experience in Domain-Driven Design, Event-Driven Architecture, and Agile methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer 18196* Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing / Principal Manufacturing Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves engineering solutions for deploying and delivering a state-of-the-art weapon system, providing technical expertise, developing and testing production methods, collaborating with design engineering, resolving process issues, working with suppliers, researching tools, investigating discrepancies, troubleshooting processes, developing work instructions, training operators, establishing program schedules, providing field support, and implementing Lean practices. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with design reviews, process control documentation, mechanical/electrical drawings, Siemens NX/CPLM or similar tools, and MES. | — | 0 |
| Software Development Engineers (Level 2 or 3) Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Development Engineers (Level 2 or 3) to work on satellite ground software. Responsibilities include full stack development, client/server application development, testing, configuration, and defect resolution. Requires a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Business Development Representative Staff Business Development Representative for Northrop Grumman's Missile Products Business Unit, focusing on Fuzing and Warheads for air-launched munitions. Responsibilities include identifying opportunities, developing market strategies, supporting proposals, and managing customer engagement. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 10-12 years of experience and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Contract Administrator - Level 2 or 3 Contract Administrator for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to ensure proper contract execution and fulfillment. The role involves monitoring contracts, reviewing terms and conditions, managing contract changes, and maintaining contract data. | — | 0 |
| Contract Administrator This role is for a Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing government and international contracts within the Targeting Systems Operating Unit. Responsibilities include administering, negotiating, and terminating contracts and non-disclosure agreements, coordinating proposal preparation, advising on contractual obligations, maintaining records, ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR, and managing contract closeouts. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or a Master's degree with 1 year of experience in contracts management/administration, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer – Level 2 Software Engineer role focused on designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Python applications on Linux servers, implementing version control with Git, participating in code reviews, collaborating with cross-functional engineers, contributing to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), assisting with AWS cloud services integration, and producing technical documentation. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Manager Project Management 3 - 18641 Manager of Project Management 3 for the Sentinel program, responsible for planning, risk management, and project performance addressing cost, schedule, and technical quality. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, with an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Process Equipment & Facilities Engineer 1/2 This role is for a Process Equipment & Facilities Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of facilities, industrial buildings, and vacuum/electro-mechanical equipment. The position involves electrical work, general maintenance, and documentation, with a requirement for a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer level 1/2 Electrical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting defense sector programs. Responsibilities include participating in integrated product teams, supporting electronic product builds, testing and debugging circuit designs, maintaining technical data packages, and leading technical challenge resolutions. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, with Level 2 requiring 2+ years of experience and specific knowledge in digital electronic subsystems, circuit card design, and RF/digital signal processing. | — | 0 |
| SDS Software Factory Deputy Director 1 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Director of Programs 1 to co-lead the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division Software Factory team in supporting the Design, Development and Integration of Software across the Division. This role requires leadership and technical expertise in all phases of software development and integration, including requirements, architecture, design, software development, Agile methodology, and DevOps, operating in a restricted access DoD program environment. The position involves program management, strategic planning, business execution, and collaboration with various stakeholders, including executive management, segments, partners, suppliers, and customers. | — | 0 |
| Sr/Principal Engineer Electrical (Level 3 or 4) This role is for a Principal/Sr Principal Electrical Engineer (Level 3 or 4) on the Integration and Test team in Launch Systems. Responsibilities include establishing system tools, leading hands-on electrical testing, developing procedures for electronic ground support equipment, incorporating design changes, documenting discrepancies, planning tasks, communicating with team members and leadership, leading/training others, and asserting producibility/testability concepts. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Industrial / Principal Engineer Industrial This role is for an Industrial Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on optimizing manufacturing production processes. Responsibilities include analyzing lead times, building models for product flow, developing scheduling tools, and working with IT and data science teams. The role requires experience in manufacturing environments, data analysis, and EVMS, with a preference for programming languages and optimization methods. It involves a Level 2 or Level 3 position. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Staff Software Test Engineer 16869 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Software Test Engineer to design, develop, document, test, and debug applications software and systems. The role involves multidisciplinary research, collaboration with hardware engineers, and ensuring software standards are met. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience, an active DoD Secret Clearance, and experience with Java, C++, Python, and writing test scripts. | — | 0 |
| Snr AME - Mechanical Troubleshoots, repairs, and services aircraft and engine systems, performing maintenance and adjustments in accordance with technical specifications and FAA regulations. Requires Australian citizenship and may require an airframe and power license. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Systems Engineer Architect Senior Principal Systems Engineer Architect role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to define system architectures, capabilities, and requirements for defense programs. Responsibilities include functional analysis, trade studies, requirements management, and interface definition, utilizing tools like Cameo and SysML. Requires a Secret clearance and a STEM degree with significant experience. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electromechanical Electromechanical Engineer (Level 2) at Northrop Grumman in Rocket Center, WV, supporting military programs. Responsibilities include integrated product team participation, supporting electronic product builds, 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, 2+ years of experience in digital electronic subsystems and circuit card design, and knowledge of RF and digital signal processing. US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Non-Destructive Test Technician 1/2 (SkillBridge) This role involves conducting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on aerospace products using techniques like UT and X-ray. Responsibilities include setting up, operating, and calibrating NDT equipment, interpreting and reporting results, and assisting in developing test techniques. The position is part of the DoD SkillBridge Program, offering transitioning service members valuable civilian work experience. | — | 0 |
| Non-Destructive Test Technician 3/4 (SkillBridge) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Non-Destructive Test Technician (Level 3/4) through the DoD SkillBridge Program in Iuka, MS. This role involves conducting NDT tests on aerospace products using techniques like UT and Eddy current, interpreting results, and providing training to junior technicians. Requires NDT Level II certification in UT and Eddy current, and experience with radiation safety training. | — | 0 |
| Safety Engineer Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Safety Engineer to assure the safety of complex, mission-critical systems for the UK's naval capability. The role involves contributing to the design, development, and support of Platform Management Systems, working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams to embed safety throughout the system lifecycle. Responsibilities include supporting safety engineering activities, hazard identification, safety analysis (HAZOP, FFA, FTA, FMECA, LOPA), generating safety requirements, producing safety documentation, and supporting design reviews. | — | 0 |
| (Skillbridge) Quality Inspector 3 (Space/Satellite Systems) This role is for a Quality Inspector in the Space Sector at Northrop Grumman, focusing on inspecting spacecraft and components to ensure conformance to standards. It is part of the SkillBridge program for transitioning military service members. | — | 0 |
| Non-Destructive Test Technician 1/2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Non-Destructive Test Technician (Level 1 or 2) to conduct NDT tests using techniques like UT and X-ray on aerospace products. Responsibilities include operating, calibrating, and maintaining NDT equipment, interpreting and reporting results, and providing training. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in aerospace manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mechanical Engineer / Principal Mechanical Engineer -17103* Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Sentinel program, focusing on the design, development, production, and deployment of launch equipment hardware and systems. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, analysis, and supporting the full systems lifecycle. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Non-Destructive Test Technician 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Non-Destructive Test Technician (Level 3 or 4) to perform NDT tests on aerospace products using techniques like UT and Eddy current. Responsibilities include setting up and operating equipment, interpreting results, and providing training. Requires High School diploma, NDT Level II certification in UT and Eddy current, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Project Manager Project Manager role at Northrop Grumman supporting the AAR-47 Program team. Responsibilities include serving as a liaison between clients and technical teams, managing project schedules and budgets, preparing status reports, assessing project issues, and developing resolutions. The role involves working with program managers and IPT leads on reporting and presentations, ensuring quality and timely deliverables, supporting risk management, implementing process improvements, managing action items, adhering to budget baselines using EVM, managing government property, and ensuring adherence to contract scope and internal processes. | — | 0 |
| DevOps Engineer / Developer 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a DevOps Engineer/Developer (Level 3 or 4) to join their Broadsword program team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves understanding system requirements, creating and implementing complex, mathematics and physics-intensive algorithms and capabilities critical to system performance. Responsibilities include software development, supporting reviews of requirements and test cases, and working in a collaborative environment. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |