Northrop Grumman
Aerospace · Defense
- HQ
- Falls Church, US
- Founded
- 1994
- Size
- 65,000+
- Website
- northropgrumman.com
Aerospace · Defense
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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| Software Engineer (AHT) Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supporting the Collaborative Mission Planning Continuum (CMPC) program. Responsibilities include defining product vision, managing the backlog, liaising with stakeholders, and conducting research for electronic data processing systems. Requires a B.S. in STEM, active SECRET clearance, and experience with Agile, CI/CD, C#/Java/.NET, SQL, and Git. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Software / Principal Software Engineer Test - *16099-1 Software Test Engineer for the Sentinel Program, responsible for developing and executing automated and manual test cases to verify functional software requirements. This includes test planning, execution, reporting, and integration support, as well as data analysis and interfacing with developers and systems engineers. | — | 0 |
| Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman supporting automated test station development and sustainment programs. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining test stations, integrating hardware, optimizing LabVIEW applications for data acquisition and reporting, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires experience with test instrumentation, communication protocols, and version control. Security clearance is required. |
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| Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793* Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineer for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team to design, develop, test, and debug software/system applications for embedded systems. The role involves multidisciplinary research, collaboration with hardware engineers, and working in an Agile environment. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating software testing and deployment, and managing infrastructure-as-code. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline, 8 years of experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Engineer ASIC Engineer Digital FPGA (Level 2) at Northrop Grumman responsible for the design, integration, and testing of digital FPGA and PCB hardware for space flight programs. This role involves architecture design, detailed design, customer briefings, and hardware testing of flight electronics test systems and ground-based hardware. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Structures Military and Veterans Encouraged to Apply Aircraft Structures Mechanic (Level 2 or 3) at Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, CA. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, fabricating structural assemblies, performing fitting operations, and using precision tools. Requires 2-5 years of structures/sheet metal experience in aerospace or related fields, ability to perform physical labor, and obtain a Secret clearance. Military veterans encouraged to apply. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Painter Level 2&3 Aircraft Painter Level 2 and 3 position at Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, CA. Responsibilities include preparing aircraft sections for painting, blending and mixing paints, and performing detailed touch-ups. Requires 2-5 years of painting/surface prep experience in relevant environments, ability to perform physical tasks, and obtain a Secret clearance. Experience in aerospace manufacturing and low observable coatings is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Electrician - Level 2&3 Aircraft Electrician (Level 2 & 3) at Northrop Grumman, responsible for electrical assembly, wire harness installation, and troubleshooting electrical systems on aircraft. Requires experience in aerospace or similar environments, ability to work in confined spaces, and obtain a government security clearance. The role involves hands-on work with attention to detail and quality focus. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 2&3 Aircraft Structures Mechanic (Levels 2 & 3) at Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, CA, responsible for fabricating and assembling aircraft structural components according to blueprints, using precision tools, and performing fitting operations. Requires experience in aerospace structures/sheet metal, physical capability for demanding work, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. The role involves hands-on work with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| Composite Bonder Technician - Level 2&3 Composite Bonder Technician at Northrop Grumman responsible for bonding composite and metal assemblies, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring quality of finished products in an aerospace manufacturing environment. Requires experience in composites, physical ability for manual labor, and ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Aircraft Systems Mechanic - Level 2&3 Aircraft Systems Mechanic (Levels 2 & 3) at Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, CA. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, assembling and installing hydraulic systems, diagnosing malfunctions, and performing maintenance and repairs on aircraft systems. Requires experience with hydraulic parts and systems in an aerospace or related environment, ability to perform physical tasks, work in confined spaces, and obtain a Secret Clearance. Level 3 requires 5 years of experience, Level 2 requires 2 years. | — | 0 |
| Facilities Planner Level 3 This role is for a Facilities Planner at Northrop Grumman, responsible for planning and coordinating office space infrastructure, modifications, and building projects. The duties include managing space requests, coordinating with construction teams, managing employee moves, updating space utilization systems, and creating floor plans. The role requires experience in facilities planning, construction processes, reading construction documents, Microsoft Products, CAD software, and real estate asset management software like Archibus. | — | 0 |
| Manager General Manufacturing 1 Manager for General Manufacturing in the Paint & Coatings IPT organization at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading operations related to aerospace paint, masking, and surface preparation for restricted programs, focusing on quality, cost, and schedule objectives. | — | 0 |
| Journeyman Electrician Journeyman Electrician role at Northrop Grumman focused on maintaining and troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment, including robotics, generators, motor controllers, and security systems. Requires state-approved apprenticeship or associate's degree, 5 years of industrial/commercial experience, and the ability to read schematics. The role involves corrective maintenance, construction, and potentially training junior employees, with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to procedures in a regulated environment. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal Manufacturing Engineer - 17402 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to support the Sentinel program. The role involves applying technical experience to production processes for assembly, fabrication, planning, and tooling, with a focus on organizational, communication, and PC computer skills. Responsibilities include supporting production, business, and other processes, performing manufacturing readiness assessments, total quality management, and process reengineering. The candidate will also facilitate work teams, provide training, and interact with customers on tooling and process improvement. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, a Secret Clearance, and proficiency in manufacturing engineering tools. | — | 0 |
| Machinist 3 - Fri Sat Sun 2nd Shift-1 Machinist position at Northrop Grumman's Elkton, Maryland facility, focusing on operating CNC and conventional machine shop equipment, including lathes and mills, to produce parts according to specifications. Requires blueprint interpretation, GD&T knowledge, shop floor mathematics, and experience with precision measuring tools. The role involves working with minimal supervision and a willingness to work with explosives, requiring a Secret Clearance and adherence to ATF regulations for handling explosives. | — | 0 |
| Staff Computer Systems Analyst - Secret Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. Responsibilities include leading and maintaining multi-user computer systems, architecting enterprise system enhancements, managing security audits and logging, and adhering to strict information systems security guidelines. The role requires extensive experience with Windows domain architectures in classified environments and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Procurement Specialist This role is for a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman. The primary responsibilities include sourcing and procuring commodities, managing supplier relationships, negotiating prices, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations like FAR and DFARS. The role requires experience with ERP systems and MS Office, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. It is not directly related to AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Staff Cyber Systems Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Cyber Systems Engineer to implement weapon system requirements, ensure cyber survivability, assess customer cybersecurity requirements, and guide security architecture and tool selection. The role involves evaluating implementations for security risks, guiding verification efforts, defining security governance, and supporting program milestones within an Agile, DevSecOps environment. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity Engineering, or related fields, experience with NIST 800-160, RMF documentation, an IASAE Level II certification (CISSP), and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Facilities Engineering 1 Manager for Facilities Engineering team at Northrop Grumman's Bacchus, Utah facility. Responsibilities include leading engineers, providing project support, managing team development, scheduling, and performance tracking. Requires BS in Engineering, 6 years of experience, 1 year of lead/manager experience, and ability to obtain security clearance. Experience in project management, cross-functional team leadership, problem-solving, stakeholder communication, financial understanding, configuration management, and AutoCAD is necessary. Preferred experience includes MS Project, specific software knowledge (EPLM, Maximo, Costpoint, Cognos), solid rocket motor manufacturing, hazardous location requirements, project estimation, lean manufacturing, and facilities engineering. | — | 0 |
| Manager Facilities Engineering 1 Manager of Facilities Engineering role at Northrop Grumman, responsible for leading a team of engineers, providing engineering support for projects, and ensuring plant requirements for safety and quality are met, along with program requirements for cost and schedule. The role involves frontline tasks, team development, scheduling, and performance tracking. | — | 0 |
| Research Software Engineer Level 1 Northrop Grumman is seeking a junior researcher to execute research and development sub-tasking, focusing on signal processing, coding, image processing, and/or computer vision. The role involves coordinating with investigators, assessing technologies, and analyzing quality and algorithm improvements in areas like signal processing, image content extraction, data fusion, and data analysis. | — | 0 |
| Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-311) Computer Operations Analyst for the C2BMC program at Northrop Grumman, supporting missile defense systems. Responsibilities include daily system monitoring, operations and maintenance, first-level technical support, and initial troubleshooting of hardware, software, and networks. Requires a Secret security clearance and IAT Level II or higher certification. | — | 0 |
| Principal Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-317) Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Computer Operations Analyst to support the C2BMC program, a critical component of the Missile Defense System. This role involves daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of C2BMC systems in a 24x7 environment, providing first-level technical support to warfighters, and performing initial troubleshooting of hardware, software, and networks. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, a current DoD 8140 certification (IAT Level II or higher), and an active Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Industrial This role is for a Principal Industrial Engineer in a semiconductor foundry and packaging environment. The primary responsibilities include developing production schedules, optimizing manufacturing processes using continuous improvement tools and data analytics, and improving product flow from raw materials to delivery. The role involves working with MES and SAP systems, analyzing operational data, and leading digital transformation efforts to align with enterprise strategies. | — | 0 |
| Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing agreements, terms, and conditions for subcontractors. Responsibilities include contract negotiation, supplier performance management, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR/DFARS. Requires experience in supply chain, contracts, or law, with a strong understanding of government acquisition processes. A Secret Clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Algorithm Software Engineer - Level 3 Develops, analyzes, tests, and implements algorithms for missile tracking capabilities, including observation models, propagation models, and filters/smoothers. Requires C++ and Python development, data analysis, and experience with numerical computing. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 2 or 3 Engineering Technician role at Northrop Grumman supporting materials and materials systems in a production, workshop, or laboratory environment. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, operating machinery like waterjets, maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and assisting with test and measurement duties. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Project Management Senior Principal Project Management role at Northrop Grumman supporting a Strike Program A/C Delivery IPT. Responsibilities include managing integrated schedules, facilitating leadership reviews, documenting actions, building reports, and partnering across functional groups. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of project management experience and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Aeronautical Engineer - Hydraulics Responsible Engineer Staff Aeronautical Engineer - Hydraulics Responsible Engineer at Northrop Grumman. This role involves serving as a subject matter expert for the hydraulics subsystem, leading a small team for system improvement initiatives, acting as an engineering representative for suppliers, performing system analysis, defining and documenting subsystem changes, and responding to subsystem needs. The position requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience (or equivalent Master's/PhD) and experience with aeronautic hydraulic systems, design/analysis tools, and CATIA V5. A Top Secret clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel - Staff Logistics Engineer - 18923* Staff Logistics Engineer for the Sentinel Program, responsible for defining parts, equipment, skills, and activities required for system sustainment and operational availability. This includes conducting trade studies, leading logistics support analyses, collecting and analyzing data, identifying maintenance issues, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing, preparing technical information, managing repair reporting, contributing to proposal development, and ensuring compliance with military logistics standards. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Test & Training Engineering Manager 3 - Vandenburg Launch Silos - 18959 Engineering Manager for Sentinel Test and Training at Northrop Grumman, focusing on the design, integration, construction, and sell-off of VSFB Launch Silos. Responsibilities include acting as Cost Account Manager (CAM), leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing EVMS, liaising with DoD customers and subcontractors, and mentoring staff. Requires a STEM degree, Secret clearance, and experience in aerospace/defense and Earned Value Management. | — | 0 |
| Lead Consulting Systems Engineer - Level 7 (AHT) Lead Consulting Systems Engineer (Level 7) for the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) missile program. Responsible for planning and executing systems engineering core functions, managing engineering metrics, and ensuring V&V across all program elements. Requires experience in the full systems engineering lifecycle of missile/weapon system development and leading integration across product teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Must have a Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain SAP clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer - (16892) Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves supporting the ground design of electrical components for weapon system facilities, including attending meetings, supporting milestone reviews, coordinating electrical design with integration teams, creating interconnect diagrams, and reviewing engineering deliverables. Responsibilities also include research, trade studies, evaluation, and systems integration in electrical or electro-mechanical systems. Requires a STEM Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, a Secret DoD Clearance, and the ability to obtain SAP approval. Experience leading teams with critical deadlines is also required. | — | 0 |
| Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist This role is for a Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist at Northrop Grumman, focusing on sourcing and procuring hardware, COTS, and electronic components for production and IRAD requirements. The specialist will be responsible for price analysis, negotiations, managing procurement packages, and ensuring compliance with regulations like FAR and DFARS. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems and government purchasing is required. | — | 0 |
| Business Process Analyst - Level 1 This role supports recurring business and financial processes and scheduled reporting cycles, including data collection, validation, reconciliation, and reporting, while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. It involves managing data flows across systems like SAP, Deltek Cobra, and wInsight, and contributing to business process improvements. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with preferred experience in Deltek Cobra, SAP, Power BI, and SQL. | — | 0 |
| Electronics Assembler B Electronics Assembler B at Northrop Grumman responsible for building electronic components, circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies, and wire harnesses by reading schematics and wiring diagrams, and using various tools and manufacturing processes. Requires mechanical/electrical aptitude and basic solder certification. | — | 0 |
| Avionics Integration Process Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking an Avionics Integration Process Lead to oversee and lead processes for avionics integration activities across component, lab, ground, and flight representative environments. This role involves defining, managing, and executing integration processes, coordinating integration efforts, directing test and characterization, and leading technical coordination with engineering and supplier teams. The position requires experience with avionics integration, Agile processes, systems engineering fundamentals, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Electronics Assembler B Electronics Assembler B at Northrop Grumman responsible for building electronic and mechanical assemblies, including circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies, and wire harnesses, using electronic components, mechanical parts, drawings, and engineering documentation. The role involves reading schematics and wiring diagrams, performing soldering, and working as part of an assembly team. Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of mechanical assembly and repair experience, with a critical requirement for passing basic solder certification. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Analyst Secret clearance This role supports the Sentinel Program at Northrop Grumman, focusing on manufacturing engineering and standard tooling. Responsibilities include managing industrial supplies, tracking tool replacements, coordinating new tool deliveries, managing inventory levels, and communicating with production teams. Requires a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Engineer - Product Support Staff Engineer focused on Product Support modernization efforts within the defense sector, requiring technical expertise, process leadership, and strategic vision for training disciplines and proposal development. The role involves collaborating with various teams to understand priorities, develop common solutions, and ensure technical excellence and compliance. | — | 0 |
| U107 Electronic Manufacturing Specialist (EMS/Operator) - 2nd Shift Electronic Manufacturing Specialist responsible for the complete manufacture of electronic assemblies, requiring solder certification and basic manufacturing skills. | — | 0 |
| Deputy Software Lead Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Deputy Software Lead Level 5 to join their growing Aurora Software department. This role involves leading an Agile team on programs with a singular baseline, executing 2-week Sprints for 3-month increment deliveries. Requires an active Top-Secret clearance and experience in Java development and technical leadership. | — | 0 |
| U107 Electronic Manufacturing Specialist (EMS/Operator) - 1st Shift Electronic Manufacturing Specialist responsible for performing all functions necessary for the complete manufacture of electronic assemblies at Northrop Grumman's Linthicum, MD location. Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and the ability to complete basic solder certification. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Manufacturing Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Rocket Motor Case Engineering team. The role involves designing and qualifying manufacturing processes, supporting root cause analysis, implementing process controls for improved manufacturability, and troubleshooting existing processes. The engineer will also develop work instructions, coordinate with production, evaluate discrepant hardware, analyze processing data, and maintain manufacturing bill of materials. Experience in a production manufacturing environment and knowledge of Statistical Process Control are required. Experience with aerospace specifications, insulation/rubber processes, hardware installation, and adhesive/bonding processes are preferred. | — | 0 |
| U105 Electronic Manufacturing Specialist (EMS/Operator) - 4th Shift Electronic Manufacturing Specialist responsible for performing all functions necessary for the complete manufacture of electronic assemblies. This role requires basic solder certification and pre-employment skills. | — | 0 |
| U105 Electronic Manufacturing Specialist (EMS/Operator) Performs all functions necessary for the complete manufacture of electronic assemblies. | — | 0 |
| Software Development Analyst / Principal Software Development Analyst This role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining custom business solutions using low-code technologies like Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint within an enterprise environment. The primary goal is to automate processes, streamline operations, and accelerate decision-making, with a strong emphasis on security compliance and integration with Microsoft 365 and Azure services. It is not directly involved in core AI/ML model development but rather in leveraging existing platforms to build business applications. | — | 0 |
| Program Manager 3 Program Manager 3 for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector, responsible for the profit and loss of a multiple satellite build program. The role involves leading a multi-discipline team through the design, build, and test of satellites, managing fixed price contracts, cost, schedule, and technical performance, and ensuring program execution meets commitments. Requires a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years of related management experience, spacecraft experience, understanding of EVMS and risk management, and an Active Top Secret with SCI Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Avionics Integration Process Lead Northrop Grumman is seeking an Avionics Integration Process Lead to oversee and lead processes for avionics integration activities across component, lab, ground, and flight representative environments. This role involves defining, managing, and leading integration processes, coordinating integration efforts, directing test and characterization, and leading technical coordination with engineering and supplier teams. The position requires experience with avionics integration, Agile processes, and systems engineering fundamentals, with a strong emphasis on process definition and execution for flight and mission hardware. | — | 0 |