Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
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.
Currently tracking 8 active AI roles, up 222% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $111k–$292k (avg $195k).
Aerospace · Defense
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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| 2026 Associate Structural Engineer/ Structural Engineer - Night Shift Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer or Structural Engineer for a night shift position in Iuka, MS. The role involves classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and finite element modeling and analysis for aircraft repairs. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Liaison/MRB Engineer/ Liaison/MRB Engineer Night Shift This role involves assisting with the disposition of withhold supplier tags and designing repairs for discrepant detail parts and assemblies made from composite materials. The engineer will interface with suppliers and various stakeholder groups like Structural Analysis, Materials & Processing, and Manufacturing personnel. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Liaison/MRB Engineer/ Liaison/MRB Engineer - Weekend Shift Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Liaison/MRB Engineer or Liaison/MRB Engineer for a weekend shift position in Iuka, MS. The role involves assisting with the disposition of withhold supplier tags and designing repairs for discrepant composite parts and assemblies. Responsibilities include interfacing with suppliers and various engineering and manufacturing teams. A Secret clearance is required. |
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| 2026 Associate Structural Engineer/ Structural Engineer - Weekend Shift Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer or Structural Engineer for a weekend shift position in Iuka, MS. The role involves classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and finite element modeling for aircraft repairs. Candidates must be able to develop and document detailed structural analyses and collaborate in a team environment. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Software / Principal Software Test Engineer - 18717 Software/Principal Software Test Engineer for the Sentinel Program, focusing on planning and executing vehicle level integration, test, and checkout activities. Responsibilities include defining test requirements, developing documentation, integrating hardware, performing data analysis, and interfacing with developers and systems engineers. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - 17476 This role is for a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist supporting the Sentinel Program (Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent - GBSD) at Northrop Grumman. The specialist will manage end-to-end subcontracting activities, including RFP creation, proposal analysis, source selection, negotiation, award justification, supplier management, and subcontract closeout, all while ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and company policies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field with significant experience in supply chain and subcontract management, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer - Mechanical & Structures Principal Engineer, Mechanical & Structures role at Northrop Grumman Australia supporting the KC-30A aircraft in service with the Royal Australian Air Force. Requires senior engineering authority, independent review and approval of engineering solutions, guidance on airworthiness decisions, and mentoring engineers in a regulated 21J design environment. Focus on aviation engineering, continuing airworthiness, and design assurance within a maturing Military Design Organisation. | — | 0 |
| Principal Cybersecurity Analyst This role focuses on developing, maintaining, and automating policy solutions within cybersecurity, applying emerging automation and AI technologies for efficiency. It involves translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable solutions, performing analyses to validate security requirements, and generating options for implementing security controls. The role also involves developing strategic engagements with government partners to deliver cybersecure tools and sustain Northrop Grumman's cybersecurity posture in a changing regulatory environment. | — | 0 |
| Assembler - Level 2 or Level 3 Assembler for electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies, working from diagrams and procedures, performing continuity checks, and potentially disassembling, modifying, and reassembling components. Requires manual dexterity and precision for small assemblies. | — | 0 |
| Assembler 3 Performs electronic and mechanical assembly operations, working from diagrams and drawings, using tools, and performing quality checks. May also modify and test prototype assemblies. Requires experience in electronics manufacturing, soldering, and assembling RF circuit cards and wiring harnesses. A secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst Senior Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, responsible for program planning and financial control support, including budget and schedule preparation, financial analysis (funding profiles, cash forecasting, variance analysis), Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, cost risk analysis, and reporting. The role also involves supporting audits, financial planning activities, and providing technical guidance to junior staff. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Production Operations Engineering PG&T Manager 3 (18688) Manager for Production Operations Engineering Process, Governance, and Training within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems division, focusing on ICBM systems. Responsibilities include planning, risk management, process standardization, training development, compliance, and team management across multiple business areas. | — | 0 |
| Power Systems Engineer 3/4 This role focuses on the design, implementation, and management of power and control systems for industrial process equipment in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include electrical drawing development, PLC programming, power distribution design, and project oversight from conception to completion. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Navigation, Intelligence, & Connectivity Division. The analyst will be responsible for creating and analyzing financial reports, managing invoicing, and performing monthly/quarterly financial tasks like EACs, IPRS, and Financial Forecasts. Key duties include interfacing with program stakeholders, preparing budgets and schedules, performing Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, monitoring costs and schedules on contracts, and supporting audits and financial planning activities. A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's with 3 years is required, along with EVM experience and proficiency in financial systems and Excel. A Secret clearance is also required. | — | 0 |
| GNC Engineer: Performance Analysis (GPI Program) – Level 3 or 4 (Chandler) Northrop Grumman is seeking a GNC Engineer to design, develop, implement, verify, and test algorithms, software, and simulation tools for guidance, navigation, and control of various platforms. The role involves statistical processing of sensor data, formulating equations for trajectory control, developing control laws, and conducting rigorous testing and documentation. Requires proficiency in C++, MATLAB, and Python, with a focus on performance analysis and adherence to aerospace software standards. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Programs 2 Manager for Supply Chain Programs 2 at Northrop Grumman, focusing on strategic planning, integration of schedules, and leading a team in a dynamic program environment. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience and an active DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Operations Research 2 Manager Operations Research 2 role focused on product ownership of program management processes and tools, including the Programs Portal, Program Execution Framework, and program management Sector Principles and Operating Practices. Responsibilities include managing software projects, leading documentation and compliance, collaborating with functional organizations, and maintaining analytics for program sites and tools. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer – 15327-1 Seeking a Senior Principal Cyber Software Engineer to support the Sentinel program. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining design review procedures, performing requirements decomposition, providing systems engineering expertise to cybersecurity systems, participating in technical planning and risk analysis, evaluating designs against DoD and industry standards, and using model-based engineering tools for analysis. The role requires experience in cybersecurity, system vulnerability management, DoD A&A activities, and familiarity with Windows/UNIX platforms. A Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance and SAP. Relevant certifications (DoD 8140/8570) are also required. | — | 0 |
| Strategic Planning Analyst (Global Business Development) Strategic Planning Analyst for Northrop Grumman's Corporate Global Business Development Office, focusing on international growth objectives. Responsibilities include developing international strategies, assessing markets and competitors, providing analysis for executive decisions, and supporting global business development initiatives. Requires strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, with experience in business strategy and data analytics. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Design Engineer / Principal Design Engineer (CSA) - 17100* Design Engineer/Principal Design Engineer on the Sentinel program supporting the design, modeling, and integration efforts for Civil-Structural elements of Launch Facilities, Launch Centers, and/or Test Facilities. Requires U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain Secret and SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, leading production support, supplier support, supplier development, and test engineering functions for medium caliber gun operating units. Responsibilities include managing teams, ensuring compliance, providing engineering support for testing and production, and driving continuous improvement in design for manufacturability and assembly. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Systems Security Engineer 2/3 - 14554-1 Systems Security Engineer role supporting the Sentinel Program at Northrop Grumman, focusing on technical integration and lifecycle management for complex systems. Responsibilities include maintaining supply chain security by assessing suppliers and components in a Common Product Lifecycle Management (CPLM) environment, aligning CPLM data with ERP systems, and acting as a technical liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Logistics. Requires a DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Systems Test-Active Secret Clearance Required Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer to join their NATO Test Integrated Product Team. The role involves planning and executing dry run and formal test activities to evaluate and certify hardware and software for ground and flight release. Responsibilities include driving process rigor, developing and executing System Level 3 Test Procedures, and working independently on assigned tasks. A Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Shipping Receiving Coordinator - Level 3 or Level 4 This role is a Shipping Receiving Coordinator responsible for managing daily shipping schedules, verifying order information, handling export requirements, communicating with accounting for approvals, providing shipping data to sales, retrieving parts for inventory and shipment, reviewing part drawings for QA, creating work orders, performing inventory adjustments and validation, supporting inventory management, processing receipts of purchased items, utilizing ERP and export management systems, maintaining a safe work area, and complying with ISO 9001 and EHS management systems. The position requires basic computer skills, flexibility, overtime availability, strong communication, attention to detail, basic math skills, ability to interpret engineering prints, and physical ability to lift 50 pounds and operate a forklift. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree, experience in shipping/receiving with domestic and international shipments, and knowledge of shipping carriers and ERP systems. | — | 0 |
| Systems Engineer - Level 5 Systems Engineer Level 5 - SEIT Lead role at Northrop Grumman in Aurora, CO. Requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years of experience (or Master's/PhD equivalents), an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, and experience leading technical teams, systems development, integration, and testing, and model-based systems engineering. Responsibilities include leading technical management, planning program reviews, ensuring system technical compliance, synthesizing system architectures, overseeing configuration management, collecting and reporting metrics, and coordinating between technical leads, program manager, and customer. | — | 0 |
| Principal Program Cost Control Analyst This role is for a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on financial planning and control for defense sector divisions. Responsibilities include budget preparation, financial analysis, Earned Value Management (EVM) tasks, cost monitoring, and reporting to ensure contracts meet financial parameters and government guidelines. The role also involves providing technical guidance to junior staff and requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Design Engineer / Principal Design Engineer (CSA) - 17094* Design Engineer/Principal Design Engineer for the Sentinel program, focusing on Civil-Structural elements of Launch Facilities, Launch Centers, and Test Facilities. Responsibilities include design, modeling, integration, reviewing designs, assessing civil capacity, and managing contract design parameters. Requires US citizenship and ability to obtain Secret and SAP clearances. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Computer Ops Analyst – C2BMC Watch Officer (26-128) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Computer Operations Analyst – C2BMC Watch Officer to oversee and manage C2BMC operations, including monitoring system health, managing personnel, and ensuring the availability, quality, and security of mission systems. This role requires a Secret security clearance and involves 24/7 shift work. | — | 0 |
| Principal Field Engineer (PLE) This role involves operating and maintaining complex tactical communication systems, including airborne and terrestrial systems, for sustained operations and exercises. Responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting hardware/software and network issues, system administration, and managing COMSEC. The role requires extensive travel to classified/hazardous duty locations and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Responsible Engineer This role is for a Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of design, buildup, and delivery of large data centers using commercially available IT equipment. The role involves technical and schedule leadership for system upgrades and new deliveries, managing the execution of field integration teams, and reporting on project status. It requires experience with IT/documentation tools like Jira and Confluence, datacenter design, and hardware/software field installations, along with a Top Secret/SCI clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Data Analytics Engineer This role is for a Principal Data Analytics Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining ETL pipelines and data analytics/visualization solutions. The role involves building and optimizing data models, implementing data quality frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with data governance policies. The position requires strong SQL and Python skills, experience with Tableau, version control, and an active US Government Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Dimension Control Technician 1/2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Dimension Control Technician (Level 1/2) to support the fabrication and assembly of jigs and fixtures for aerospace components. Responsibilities include design, assembly, alignment, inspection, quality control, maintenance, and repair of these tools. The role requires attention to precision and quality to meet specifications and industry standards. Experience with tool building, laser tracking, machining, or welding is preferred for Level 2. | — | 0 |
| Manager Navigation and Control Engineering 2 Manager for a Navigation Section, responsible for both functional homeroom management (20%) and technical contributions (80%) as a technical lead for Navigation engineers on autonomous systems programs. Requires leadership experience, technical expertise in navigation systems (GPS, INS), and proficiency in Matlab/Simulink. Active Secret clearance required. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Engineer / Principal Industrial Engineer This role focuses on optimizing production processes and schedules within a manufacturing environment, likely for aerospace or defense systems, given the company and clearance requirements. It involves developing build schedules, supporting the manufacturing floor, implementing cost-saving solutions using continuous improvement tools, analyzing shop floor practices, and providing capacity planning and facility layouts. The role requires a STEM degree and experience with production systems and project management tools, with a strong emphasis on security clearances. | — | 0 |
| Employee Communications Representative - Level 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Employee Communications Representative to support internal communications efforts within their Space Systems sector. The role involves informing and inspiring employees, executing strategic campaigns, creating various content formats (articles, videos, infographics), managing editorial calendars, drafting communications for senior leaders, developing and measuring internal communications plans, and assisting with internal events. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator with strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. | — | 0 |
| Pricing & Estimating Manager 1 Manager for a team of pricing analysts at Northrop Grumman, focusing on new business cost proposals, change proposals, and task/delivery orders. Responsibilities include strategic engagement, proposal management, ensuring estimating system compliance, and providing recommendations to leadership on pricing requirements, obligations, and risks. The role involves managing a team, overseeing proposal products, participating in strategy development, and representing the sector in reviews. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst This role is for a Senior Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on developing and managing integrated master plans and schedules for defense programs. It requires experience with MS Project, Earned Value Management (EVM), and a Secret clearance. The role involves risk analysis, conflict resolution, and tracking project progress using various project management techniques. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Mechanical Engineer/Principal Mechanical Engineer - *18744 Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman focused on mechanical design, CAD modeling, and integration for support equipment on defense programs. Requires a Secret clearance and experience with CAD tools like Siemens NX. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Security Analyst 2/3 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst (Level 2 or 3) to develop and administer security programs for classified materials and information. Responsibilities include managing program security compliance, handling personnel clearances and access, maintaining accountability of classified material, conducting security education, investigating violations, and liaising with government agencies. Requires a Secret security clearance and knowledge of relevant DoD security regulations. | — | 0 |
| Business Management Analyst - Multifunction This role is for a Business Management Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on program cost control, pricing, rates & budgets, or financial planning. Responsibilities include analyzing program performance, supporting cost estimate development, invoicing, customer proposals, and audits. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, proficiency in MS Excel, and a Secret security clearance. Experience with SAP, COGNOS, government contract compliance, and Earned Value Management is preferred. The role is not directly AI/ML related, but operates within a large defense contractor that likely uses AI in its products. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Integration & Execution (EI&E) Director 2 – Test & Evaluation This role is for an Engineering Integration & Execution Director at Northrop Grumman, focusing on Test & Evaluation for the STRIKE program. The position involves leading a team of engineers, shaping the vision for engineering execution, managing staffing needs, and ensuring technical, cost, and schedule commitments are met. It requires partnership with Chief Engineers, Program Managers, and Centers of Technical Excellence to deliver technical solutions, manage risks, and foster employee growth within a defense sector context. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Planning Specialist or Principal Northrop Grumman is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Specialist or Principal to support the Advanced Communications and Networks (ACN) Operating Unit. The role involves developing supply chain strategy, assessing supply resources, planning inventory and production, and managing GSC scope for programs. Responsibilities include analyzing supply/demand, using MRP tools, managing requisitions, and briefing program leadership on GSC status. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in supply chain or related fields, or equivalent experience. Experience with SAP or similar MRP systems, Federal and Defense Contracting requirements (FAR/DFARS/ITAR), and Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| GNC Engineer: Algorithms (GPI Program) Level 3 or 4 (Chandler) Northrop Grumman is seeking a GNC Engineer to design, develop, implement, verify, and test algorithms and simulation tools for guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) of various vehicles. The role involves performing navigation functions, formulating guidance equations, and designing control systems, with a focus on digital signal processing and Kalman filtering using C++, MATLAB, and Python in a Linux environment. Security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Configuration Analyst – Level 2 Configuration Analyst role at Northrop Grumman focused on establishing and maintaining configuration management processes, databases, and documentation throughout project lifecycles for hardware and software. Requires experience with CM standards, PLM/ERP systems, and managing documentation integrity. Security clearance is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Manager Subcontracts 1 Manager of Subcontracts for Northrop Grumman's Global Supply Chain team in Melbourne, FL. This role involves leading a team of Subcontracts Specialists, managing complex subcontract matters with an emphasis on legal, compliance, and integration. Responsibilities include acting as the main focal point for major subcontract activities, escalating issues, briefing management and customers on supplier data rights, license rights, commercial item determination, and terms/conditions negotiations. The role also includes personnel management, coaching, and career development. Key tasks involve supporting all subcontract phases from RFP to closeout, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for contract interpretation and negotiation, advising management on contractual obligations, performing risk analysis, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and facilitating flow-down of contract terms. The role also requires identifying and closing knowledge gaps through training on data rights, license rights, commercial item determination, and EVMS compliance. Requires experience with FAR/DFARS, government contracting, and the aerospace/defense industry, along with team leadership and SAP/purchasing software proficiency. A Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist (18750) This role is for a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist at Northrop Grumman, supporting the Sentinel Program. The individual will act as a liaison between Global Supply Chain and the program throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring compliant execution to mitigate cost and schedule risks. Responsibilities include representing GSC in negotiations, reviewing requisitions, providing program support, developing material execution plans, creating material forecasts, and maintaining material masters in SAP. Requires US citizenship, a Secret Security Clearance, a bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in supply chain or material planning, and at least 3 years of experience with SAP MRP functions. Experience with CPLM and Aerospace & Defense is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Dimension Control Technician Level 3/4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Dimension Control Technician (Level 3/4) to join their Tool Die Making team in Clearfield, UT. The role involves fabricating and assembling tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges, requiring precision and adherence to exacting tolerances. Responsibilities include planning work, setting up optical instruments for alignment checks, and developing holding devices. Candidates need experience with tool building, laser tracking in a manufacturing setting, and must be able to obtain DoD and SAP security clearances. Experience with metrology systems like laser trackers and scanners is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Principal Software Engineer (AHT) This role is for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the Collaborative Mission Planning Continuum (CMPC) program. The engineer will define product vision, manage the backlog, liaise with stakeholders, and conduct research for electronic data processing systems. The position requires a Secret DoD clearance and experience with Agile, CI/CD, C#, Java, .NET, SQL, scripting languages, Git, and Atlassian tools. Experience with microservices, containers, and cloud platforms is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist This role is for a Senior Principal Supply Chain Planning Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing supply chain operations for production programs. Responsibilities include managing on-time delivery, material budgets, forecasting, risk identification, and supplier relations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of experience in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain Management, SAP experience, and the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. Experience in regulated industries like Aerospace & Defense is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Quality Engineer Quality role at Northrop Grumman supporting production activities for marine propulsion and power generation equipment. Responsibilities include devising and implementing inspection and testing methods, developing quality control systems, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing, conducting quality assurance tests, performing statistical analysis, auditing quality systems, and applying lean and six-sigma methodologies. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree, experience in Quality Assurance, root cause investigation, and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |