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 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.
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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| Sr Principal Software Quality Engineer - 10186-1 This role is for a Sr Principal Software Quality Engineer on the Sentinel program, focusing on ensuring process execution and efficiencies in the development, testing, and release of software deliverables. The engineer will support scrum teams, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with industry guidelines for military weapon systems. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Engineer Environmental Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Environmental to manage air quality permitting and compliance, regulatory reporting, and sustainability initiatives. The role involves working with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, supporting audits, and developing compliance strategies. Requires a Bachelor's degree in environmental science with 9 years of experience or a Master's with 7 years, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician 2/3 Manufacturing Technician role at Northrop Grumman focused on fabricating composite hardware using various methods like hand layup, bonding, assembly, trimming, and finishing for next-generation composite structures. Requires aircraft manufacturing experience, physical ability for strenuous work, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. |
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| Manager Programs 2 Manager, Programs Level 2 for the F-22 CNI Portfolio of Programs, responsible for delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, managing the full program life cycle, and cultivating customer relationships. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, experience with US Government contracts, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Electronics Northrop Grumman is seeking an Electronics Engineer in Oklahoma City, OK, responsible for developing and executing programs related to avionics subsystems, including design, analysis, configuration, testing, and documentation. The role involves implementing engineer change notices, working with databases, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing design solutions for obsolete hardware. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Electronics Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Electronics in Oklahoma City, OK, responsible for developing and executing program requirements for Radar Avionics Subsystems, including supplier management, design documentation, and collaboration with subcontractors for hardware solutions. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's with 3 years, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Electronics Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Electronics in Oklahoma City, OK, responsible for developing and executing program requirements for Radar Avionics Subsystems, including supplier management, design documentation, and collaboration with subcontractors for hardware solutions. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's with 3 years, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Electronics Principal Engineer Electronics at Northrop Grumman responsible for developing and executing programs related to Radar Avionics Subsystems, managing supplier compliance, documenting designs, and developing solutions for obsolete hardware. Requires a STEM degree, engineering experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Electronics Seeking a Principal Engineer Electronics for Radar Avionics Subsystems at Northrop Grumman. Responsibilities include design, analysis, configuration, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting of avionics radar subsystems and hardware, as well as developing solutions for obsolete hardware. Requires a STEM degree, relevant engineering experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Manager level 3 Engineering Manager Level 3 at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading engineering teams in the development, manufacture, assembly, and testing of Missile Launching systems for naval submarines. The role involves managing engineers through the product lifecycle, ensuring technical execution, cost, schedule, and quality, and requires multi-discipline knowledge in systems design, hardware, systems engineering, and integration and test. Experience in defense or aerospace industries and managing technical teams is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Hardware Principal Hardware Engineer (Level 3) to join the Manufacturing Engineering team, focusing on designing, developing, and implementing testing methods and equipment for RF and digital hardware. The role involves troubleshooting, analyzing test data, collaborating with design engineering, and supporting production yields within the defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Hardware Principal Hardware Engineer (Level 3) for Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems sector in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing testing methods and equipment for RF and digital hardware, troubleshooting, supporting yield targets, analyzing test data, and collaborating with design engineering. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, experience with electrical and RF troubleshooting, VHDL concepts, and hands-on hardware troubleshooting. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist This role is for a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist at Northrop Grumman, a defense company. The primary responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of subcontracts, negotiating complex agreements, ensuring compliance with government regulations (FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR), conducting cost analysis, monitoring performance, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with significant experience in subcontracts administration and government contracting. | — | 0 |
| Assembler 2 Assembler 2 position at Northrop Grumman in Buffalo, NY, focused on the assembly of circuit card assemblies, intricate wire harnesses, and small RF components under a microscope. Requires experience in fine pitch soldering and working from diagrams and work instructions. The role may involve quality inspections and working in various manufacturing areas. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of subcontracts, from sourcing and proposal evaluation to negotiation, award, execution, administration, and closeout. This role involves assessing supplier performance, ensuring compliance with public law and company policies, identifying cost reduction strategies, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and supplier leadership. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or equivalent experience in Subcontracts, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, or Program/Project Management, and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician – Entry Level Entry-level Manufacturing Technician role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on reading blueprints, fabricating structural assemblies, fitting parts, and using precision tools in an aerospace manufacturing environment. Requires a Secret clearance and ability to perform physical tasks. Experience in aerospace manufacturing is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician – Level 1 Manufacturing Technician Level 1 at Northrop Grumman, Clearfield, UT. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, fabricating structural assemblies, performing part-fitting operations, measuring parts with precision tools, and using manufacturing shop controls. Requires a High School Diploma/GED, 9 months of relevant experience, ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and willingness to work any shift. Aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Production Control Manager 2 Production Control Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman responsible for directing and coordinating activities to plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules, manage the controlled flow of material and hardware, oversee work in process, and manage the priority and scheduling of equipment and personnel. This role also involves coordinating interdepartmental activity and providing leadership to production planning and material control teams. | — | 0 |
| SkillBridge Principal Software Engineer/ Software Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Engineer for their SkillBridge program, supporting Aeronautics Systems. The role involves software development, testing, and integration for various programs, with a focus on safety-critical embedded real-time software. Requires a STEM degree and experience with multiple programming languages and software development lifecycles. A Secret clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Principal Cost Estimating Analyst Principal Cost Estimating Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Armament Systems Pricing & Estimating team. Responsibilities include estimating labor costs for manufacturing and engineering based on RFPs, compiling cost/schedule/technical elements for proposals, calculating production costs, collecting cost data, preparing cost reports, supporting risk/opportunity assessment, and participating in contract negotiations. Requires extensive experience in pricing, finance, contracts, or business operations, with proficiency in Excel. | — | 0 |
| Manager Systems Engineering 3 Engineering Manager for Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems, Networked Information Systems, Engineering and Sciences (E&S) division. This role will oversee the technical execution of programs related to connectivity and network solutions for advanced fighter platforms, serving as the primary interface between E&S and program leadership. Responsibilities include technical leadership, program baseline reviews, financial reviews, workforce planning, and ensuring engineering rigor and compliance. | — | 0 |
| Electromechanical Engineer Level 4 - Linthicum Electromechanical Engineer Level 4 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on electronic packaging and payload systems design, including circuit card assembly packaging and integration. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 12+ years of experience and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Business Management Analyst - Radford VA Associate Business Management Analyst role at Northrop Grumman in Radford, VA. This position is accounting-based and requires general accounting and financial analysis skills. Responsibilities include preparing program cost analyses, generating reports on sales, A/R, labor, orders, and indirect costs, preparing journal entries, and updating financial cost systems. The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines. A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required, along with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance and specific ATF and RAAP clearances. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, is necessary. | — | 0 |
| Facilities Coordinator - 3 This role is for a Facilities Coordinator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for coordinating and supervising construction, installation, and maintenance of building facilities and equipment. The role involves managing contractors, verifying work, estimating project completion, and maintaining seating assignments. It requires a high school diploma, 4 years of experience, and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Aeronautical Engineer / Principal Aeronautical Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an Aeronautical Engineer / Principal Aeronautical Engineer to support fabrication and installation within their D&I Lab/Test Manufacturing Team. The role involves creating and maintaining process work instructions, identifying process improvements, supporting Statistical Process Control, and responding to technical issues on the production floor. Responsibilities also include supporting non-conformance investigations, PFMEA, and RCCA. The position requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, active US Government clearance (Secret), and proficiency in CAD/3D modeling. Preferred qualifications include experience with CPLM/NX, 3D printing, CNC machining, and aerospace manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 3 This role provides technical support to engineers by gathering, formatting, and manipulating technical data, performing calculations, and conducting tests. It involves handling explosive materials, operating analytical instrumentation, and maintaining lab records and equipment calibration, with a focus on quality control and regulatory compliance within a defense sector. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel – Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (18804) This role is for a Program Cost Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel (GBSD) Program. The primary focus is on financial and administrative support, applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, cost performance reporting, variance analysis, and budget/schedule management for engineering projects within the aerospace and defense sector. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in business, finance, or a related field, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics – Mission Processing Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics for Mission Processing at Northrop Grumman, focusing on definition, design, integration, test, and certification of hardware and software requirements for computers, displays, data storage, networks, and crypto. Requires a STEM degree, significant engineering experience, model-based systems engineering, supplier management, and a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Communications/Co-site Electronics Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Communications/Co-site Electronics Engineer in Melbourne, FL to support the development and integration of RF Subsystems. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, CEM antenna analysis, trade studies, risk analysis, supplier management, and testing. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years of experience or a Master's with 6 years, knowledge of RF spectrum, CEM analysis, and experience with airborne military communication systems. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Tooling/Principal Tooling Engineer Level 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tooling/Principal Tooling Engineer to support the design, integration, and sustainment of tooling for aerospace composite part fabrication, handling, and assembly. The role involves managing tooling projects from concept through implementation, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring tools meet production requirements. Experience with CAD, project management, and composite part manufacturing is required. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Processing Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Engineer Electronics – Mission Processing Engineer to join their team in Melbourne, FL. The role involves defining, designing, integrating, testing, and certifying hardware and software requirements for mission processing systems. Responsibilities include interpreting and flowing down requirements, designing computer and network architectures, performing hardware integration and testing, and collaborating with Integrated Product Teams. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with significant experience, experience with model-based systems engineering, and supplier management. A Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer Tool Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Tooling Design Engineer to design industrial machinery, equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments for production or experimental use. The role involves creating 3D models and 2D drawings, ensuring designs are safe and effective for manufacturing, testing, qualifying, and transporting products. Responsibilities include conducting design reviews, collaborating with internal customers and other engineering functions, and managing budgets and schedules for design tasks. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with significant experience in mechanical, design, tooling, or manufacturing engineering, proficiency in CAD software like NX and CADAM, and experience with GD&T and root cause analysis. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Associate/Tooling Engineer Level 1/2 Associate/Tooling Engineer at Northrop Grumman supporting the design, fabrication, and implementation of tooling for aerospace composite part manufacturing. Responsibilities include disposition of discrepant tooling, supporting production builds, managing tooling projects, and performing stress analysis. Requires a STEM degree and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Associate/Engineer Tool Level 1/2 This role is for a Tooling Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design, fabrication, and implementation of tooling for aerospace composite part manufacturing. The engineer will manage tooling projects from concept to completion, interact with various teams, and ensure tooling meets production quality and safety standards. The role involves CAD modeling, stress analysis, and vendor management. It is open to Associate (Level 1) and Engineer (Level 2) levels, requiring a STEM degree and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Skillbridge Space Network Systems Engineer - TS SCI Poly Northrop Grumman is seeking a Skillbridge Space Network Systems Engineer with TS SCI Poly clearance to support the Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program. The role involves liaison with NRO and SCN, providing satellite support services, collecting performance data, and developing systems requirements. Responsibilities include end-to-end system support, modernization of space and ground systems, troubleshooting software issues, and risk management. | — | 0 |
| Staff Test Conductor Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Test Conductor to oversee the operational aspects of engineering tests for spacecraft and payloads. This role involves developing, executing, and managing electrical test plans, schedules, and procedures, serving as a liaison between operations and program/engineering teams, and supporting anomaly resolution. The position requires an active Secret clearance and experience with technical specifications and electrical subsystem testing. | — | 0 |
| Facilities Coordinator Level 1/2 This role is for a Facilities Coordinator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing the procurement of parts and supplies for the maintenance department, administering the purchase requisition process, and acting as a liaison between vendors, contractors, and internal teams. It also involves coordinating facility and equipment installations/maintenance, managing contractor work, and performing tool crib attendant duties. The role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government clearance and Special Program Access. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman, responsible for sourcing and procuring commodities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations like FAR and DFARS. Requires experience in SAP, MS Office, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Technician Level 1 or Level 2 - (Nights) This role is for a Maintenance Technician at Northrop Grumman, responsible for maintaining production machinery and mechanical equipment through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. It requires a Secret clearance and offers two levels of progression (Level 1 and Level 2) with different experience requirements. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr. Principal Simulation Software Engineer Seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Simulation Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and test software for end-user customers and businesses, focusing on application development and flight simulation within an Agile environment. Responsibilities include full software development lifecycle, architecting embedded mission systems software on a real-time operating system, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. | — | 0 |
| Manager Programs 1 Program Manager 1 at Northrop Grumman responsible for managing all phases of the Test Equipment Solution Program, including P&L, schedule, performance, customer relationships, and forecasting. The role involves proposal development, contract negotiation, risk management, and coordinating cross-functional teams. | — | 0 |
| Principal Contract Administrator - Level 3 (Hybrid) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator to manage proposals, negotiations, and contract administration for DoD contracts. The role requires knowledge of FAR/DFARS and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 to oversee project execution, maintain staffing, improve design processes, and develop engineering staff within their Mission Systems sector. The role requires experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, systems engineering, integration & test, electrical engineering, or hardware engineering, with a focus on leading teams and managing projects. | — | 0 |
| Electronics Engineer – Drafting/Drawing Electronics Engineer specializing in drafting and drawing for electrical systems, schematics, and PCB layouts within an aerospace/defense manufacturing environment. Requires collaboration with engineering teams, CAD tool proficiency, and adherence to documentation standards and configuration control. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Management Analyst level 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Logistics Management Analyst for their Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) Product Support Team. The role involves managing the efficient flow of goods, services, and information, with primary responsibilities as the Catalog Ordering Logistics Tracking System (COLTS) database administrator. Key tasks include creating and maintaining COLTS documentation, ensuring asset accountability, liaising with government counterparts, supporting inventory inputs, providing technical consultation on logistics policies, overseeing work order management for field repairs, utilizing data for predictive analysis for future sparing, collecting and reporting technical data, attending meetings to track material disposition, operating information management systems, and representing the organization to customers. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Principal/ Sr. Principal FPGA Design Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking an FPGA Design Engineer with signal processing experience to join their team. The role involves research, requirements analysis, systems architecture, design, coding, test bench design, verification, synthesis, and place & route for digital signal processing products. Responsibilities include working with digital subsystem and circuit card designs utilizing the latest FPGA technologies, supporting high-speed interfaces, RF and EO DSP, controls, data links, embedded processing, and processor interfaces. Expertise in digital signal processing, modeling and simulation, and circuit level design and test are desired. | — | 0 |
| Space TS/SCI Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (T2/T3) Systems Engineer for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, focusing on software development of physics-based models, algorithm development, and systems engineering documentation. Requires a Top Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Tool/ Sr. Principal Tool Engineer- Tool Design Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Tool/ Sr. Principal Tool Engineer- Tool Design Engineer to design tooling, drill jigs, assembly jigs, and dies using Catia/NX to support their production tooling assembly line. The role involves conceptualizing designs, detailing CAD models and drawings, performing tolerance analysis, conducting root cause failure investigations, and mentoring less experienced engineers. The position requires a strong understanding of manufacturing methods, CAD tools, and engineering drawings, with a focus on ensuring manufacturability and meeting customer needs. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Mechanic Level 1 This is a Maintenance Mechanic Level 1 position at Northrop Grumman, responsible for moving, assembling, and modifying office furniture, and assisting with various facility maintenance tasks including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, computer proficiency, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Preferred qualifications include prior maintenance experience, specific trade skills, and experience with maintenance management systems. | — | 0 |
| Principal Technical Writer (26-218) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Technical Writer to support the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. This role involves creating and updating technical documentation for software, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. The position requires a Secret security clearance and experience with technical writing for large-scale DoD programs. | — | 0 |