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).
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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| Sentinel Test and Training Infrastructure Integration Zone Systems Engineering Manager 3- 18767 This role is for a Test and Training Infrastructure Integration Zone Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman. The primary focus is on leading system engineering, integration, modeling, and testing for Sentinel Test and Training Sites. Responsibilities include acting as a Cost Account Manager (CAM), leading cross-functional teams, championing model-based engineering, managing stakeholder relationships, and developing talent. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in STEM, a Secret clearance, and experience with EVMS, requirements engineering, system architecture, and test & verification. Experience in Aerospace/Defense is also required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Hardware Engineering 1 Manager for Hardware Engineering role at Northrop Grumman, focusing on PCB design, component engineering for inertial navigation systems, and team management. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in engineering processes and product lifecycle management. | — |
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| F-35 Principal/Sr Principal Project Management Project Manager for F-35 proposals, managing the entire lifecycle from RFP receipt to submission. Requires leadership, collaboration, business analysis, and project management skills within the aerospace and defense industry. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Staff - SMT Technical Lead - Bechtel Subcontract This role is a Sr. Staff Technical Lead for a Bechtel subcontract within Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector, focusing on managing supplier technical efforts, ensuring technical rigor, and aligning supplier activities with program baselines. It involves developing Statements of Work, evaluating proposals, approving technical deliverables, and managing technical risks within cost and schedule constraints. The role requires significant experience in STEM, systems engineering, construction management, and supplier management, along with a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Material Requirements Planning Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Material Requirements Planning Analyst to define material requirements, analyze program data for material spend plans, and collaborate with functional areas for program success. The role involves analyzing manufacturing, ERP, and other material requirements based on assembly demands, component replenishments, substitute parts, production repairs, engineering changes, and enterprise supplies. Responsibilities include developing and analyzing material requirements from specifications and schedules, identifying shortages, resolving issues with cross-functional teams, and approving requisitions. Requires a High School diploma/GED and 9 years of relevant experience in supply chain, material management, or supplier management, or equivalent education/experience combinations. Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis for reporting is essential, along with a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Program Cost Control Analyst - EVM Compliance Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Program Cost Control Analyst with expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) Compliance. The role involves partnering with program teams to ensure compliance with EVMS policies and procedures, supporting reviews (Internal Surveillance, Compliance, Joint Surveillance, IBRs), conducting EVM training, and performing financial analysis. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent, knowledge of EVM, DCMA/IC reviews, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Manager Manufacturing Operations 1 - Product Center Leader Manager of Manufacturing Operations responsible for the execution, delivery, safety, quality, and cost of assigned programs within the Mission Enabling Products business unit. This role involves collaboration with various functions, talent development, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Software/Principal Engineer Software (Infrastructure) Software Engineer or Principal Software Engineer to deploy, automate, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve systems and software infrastructure. Responsibilities include design and implementation of application builds, releases, deployment, configuration, gathering requirements, prototyping, architecting solutions, building and test plan execution, quality reviews, triaging and fixing operational issues, integration, troubleshooting, and testing. Requires understanding of SDLC and automated testing for large data sets. Experience with aviation or safety-critical systems and C/C++ is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Business Development 3 - US Navy Account Support Manager of Business Development for Northrop Grumman's US Navy account, responsible for coordinating customer engagement, pipeline health, and strategic agenda execution. Requires experience in defense sector business development and leading multi-disciplinary teams. | — | 0 |
| Intern - EHS Internship role supporting Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives within Northrop Grumman Australia, focusing on maintaining safe and environmentally responsible workplaces for defense and technology programs. Responsibilities include assisting with reporting, risk assessments, incident investigations, and promoting a safety culture. Requires current student status in a relevant discipline and Australian citizenship. | — | 0 |
| Engineer Embedded Software Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Manufacturing Test Engineering for RF Systems. This role involves developing and maintaining software for testing radio frequency production hardware, troubleshooting issues, collaborating with various engineering and production teams, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires experience with programming languages like C#, C, Java, or LabWindows CVI, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Systems Engineering Manager 3 - 18421 Systems Engineering Manager 3 at Northrop Grumman responsible for the delivery of contractual requirements on cost and schedule, leading cross-functional teams in design integration, liaison engineering, stress/fracture critical engineering, and analysis. The role involves managing program performance, requirements, resources, and adherence to processes and schedules, utilizing EVM for cost and schedule control. | — | 0 |
| Intern - Avionics Engineer Internship role focused on avionics engineering support for aircraft sustainment and operations within a regulated, safety-critical aviation environment. The role involves assisting with engineering activities, analysis, documentation, troubleshooting, and working with multidisciplinary teams on Defence programs. | — | 0 |
| Precision Electromechanical Assembler 1 This role involves performing electromechanical assembly and soldering of precision circuit cards, using measuring instruments, collaborating with engineering on prototypes, monitoring quality, and maintaining records. It requires adherence to safety and ESD procedures, and the ability to interpret designs and instructions. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and experience with microscopes and soldering tools. | — | 0 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Technician Technician role focused on Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for defense applications, requiring Australian citizenship and baseline clearance. | — | 0 |
| Administrative Assitant Performs standard administrative tasks including file management, call handling, meeting coordination, mail processing, document review, information gathering and reporting, and potentially transcription. | — | 0 |
| Process Engineer Level 3 Process Engineer with a focus on developing and improving manufacturing processes, supporting operations, performing root cause analysis, and troubleshooting production issues. Requires a STEM degree and experience in Lean Manufacturing, interpreting blueprints, and Statistical Process Controls (SPC). | — | 0 |
| Mission Support Threat Engineering Lead - Level 4 Lead a team responsible for capturing requirements and evaluating missile threat models for use in Modeling and Simulation (M&S) tools and frameworks. This role involves coordinating with customers and intelligence analysts to develop accurate threat missile models, focusing on kinematic, RF, and IR signature domains. The position requires leadership in M&S methods, missile concepts, and team coordination for time-critical deliverables. | — | 0 |
| Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (Kinematic) - Level 2 or 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (Kinematic) to develop high-fidelity threat modeling products for missile defense systems. This role involves creating kinematic models for ballistic and hypersonic threats, applying engineering algorithms to simulate flight characteristics, and authoring verification and validation documents. The position requires a STEM background, programming skills (MATLAB, Python, LaTeX), and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer - Level 2 or 3 Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to design, develop, test, and debug software for an autonomous distributed tracking system. The role requires modern C++, Python, Linux, OOP, and containerization experience, with a preference for embedded hardware/software exposure and CI/CD experience. A Secret security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to design, develop, test, and deploy modeling and simulation applications for an autonomous distributed tracking system. The role requires experience with complex modeling and simulation, modern C++, and a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Staff Agile Product Manager - Level 5 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Agile Product Manager (Level 5) to lead Agile software development teams and teams focused on threat missile simulation requirements, models, and data. The role involves guiding the roadmap and vision for the Threat Products and Services (TPS) Agile Release Train (ART), developing requirements, prioritizing the backlog, and designing future capabilities for Modeling and Simulation (M&S) software products and threat missile simulation data used in missile defense testing. Requires a Secret clearance and experience in missile defense systems or M&S domains. | — | 0 |
| E6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic 1 (Fuels) Aircraft Mechanic 1 (Fuels) at Northrop Grumman, supporting the E-6B aircraft maintenance program. Responsibilities include performing removal, installation, inspection, and repair of fuel cells, systems, and related components, analyzing drawings, diagnosing issues, and ensuring quality standards. Requires experience with fuel tanks and systems, and the ability to work in various physical conditions. | — | 0 |
| 2026 Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst - Rocket Center WV This role is for an Associate Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst at Northrop Grumman. The analyst will be responsible for setting up and monitoring cost control systems, performing financial analyses, preparing budgets and schedules, and managing contract changes. The role requires a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance. Experience with data analytics is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Principal Industrial Security Analyst/Sr Princ Industrial Security Analyst This role is for a Principal Industrial Security Analyst at Northrop Grumman, focusing on managing and administering security programs for classified government programs. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal security regulations, handling classified materials, conducting security audits, and investigating violations. The role requires a Secret clearance and experience with industrial security protocols. | — | 0 |
| Program Excellence Director 2 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Program Excellence Director 2 to lead the Program Excellence Organization, focusing on strengthening program management discipline and performance across the sector. This role involves deploying robust processes, tools, coaching, and PM development resources, driving cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, and effectiveness in captures and program execution. The leader will also own the quality and outcomes of non-advocate reviews and ensure rigorous Program Review Authority processes. | — | 0 |
| Manager Environmental Engineering 3 Manager of Environmental Engineering responsible for overseeing onsite remediation projects, managing a team of engineers, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and managing project budgets and schedules. Requires strong project management, technical understanding of remediation, and stakeholder engagement skills. | — | 0 |
| E6B PMI SCA Aircraft Mechanic 2 (Fuels) Aircraft mechanic specializing in fuel systems for the E-6B aircraft at Northrop Grumman. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Maintenance Technician This role is for an Electrical Maintenance Technician at Northrop Grumman, responsible for routine inspection and maintenance of building electrical equipment, utilities systems, and related trades. The technician will install conduit, wire, and electrical components, diagnose and repair faults, perform tests, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. The role also involves updating maintenance databases and coordinating with contractors and vendors. | — | 0 |
| Principal Industrial Security Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst 3 to develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. This role involves studying and implementing federal security regulations, obtaining rulings for compliance, preparing manuals, and investigating security violations. The analyst will be responsible for maintaining compliance with applicable security regulations and leading the security program for various Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs. | — | 0 |
| Principal Engineer Quality / Sr Principal Engineer Quality Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Quality Engineer to join their STRIKE team in Palmdale, CA. The role involves monitoring mission assurance program specifications, ensuring quality, risk management, safety, reliability, and maintainability of program achievements, subcontractors, and suppliers. Responsibilities include technical problem-solving, failure investigations, customer communication, oversight of quality requirements, leading Material Review Board submittals, reviewing First Article Inspections, assessing risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor's degree with relevant experience and an active DoD Secret security clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Associate Quality Analyst / Quality Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Quality Analyst or Quality Analyst to support the Mission Assurance organization. The role involves developing and implementing quality plans, ensuring products meet standards, investigating discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions. Requires a business-related degree and the ability to obtain a security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Contract Administrator Contract Administrator role at Northrop Grumman, responsible for managing contracts, proposals, and customer communications for development, production, and sustainment contracts. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or equivalent. Security clearance is required. | — | 0 |
| Senior Staff Chief Engineer – Triton Payload Productions Senior Staff Chief Engineer responsible for the technical direction and execution of engineering on a payload production program, including design, development, integration, testing, delivery, and sustainment. The role involves managing the engineering team, serving as a technical advisor, and acting as the primary technical point of contact to the customer. Requires experience in leading technical teams through integration and production phases, and troubleshooting in specific technical areas like RF or sensor processing systems. A Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Principal Industrial Security Analyst Northrop Grumman is seeking an Industrial Security Analyst 3 to develop and administer security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary materials, documents, and equipment. This role involves studying and implementing federal security regulations, obtaining rulings for compliance, preparing manuals, and investigating security violations. The analyst will be responsible for maintaining compliance with applicable security regulations and leading the security program for various Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs. | — | 0 |
| RF/Digital Test & Principal RF/Digital Test Engineer 2nd shift Northrop Grumman is seeking an RF/Digital Test and Development Engineer or Principal RF Test and Development Engineer to support the development, integration, and testing of production hardware. Responsibilities include hands-on testing, troubleshooting, analysis of failure trends, root cause analysis, and reporting on yields and problems. The role requires a strong understanding of RF theory and digital circuit design, with experience in various test equipment and programming languages. | — | 0 |
| Financial Assurance Manager 2 This role manages the Financial Shared Services SOX PMO team and the Imputed & Proxy reporting team, focusing on SOX compliance, financial audits, and process improvement within a large enterprise. It involves managing a team, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring adherence to regulations and internal policies. | — | 0 |
| EB Welder(Union) This role is for an EB Welder at Northrop Grumman, responsible for welding pressure vessels and structural parts, operating heat ovens, and performing various welding and preparation tasks. Requires a high school diploma, 5 years of welding experience (3 years TIG), computer and reading skills, and the ability to obtain a security clearance and pass vision tests. | — | 0 |
| Senior Programs Director Senior Programs Director for Northrop Grumman's Airborne Multifunction Sensors Division, leading a Restricted Operating Unit. The role involves P&L responsibility, program strategy and execution across all program phases, team leadership, customer relationship management, and business development. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree with significant program management experience and an active Secret clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal Contract Administrator This role is for a Principal Contract Administrator at Northrop Grumman, responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contract activities. The position requires experience with FAR/DFARS and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. It is not directly related to AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Paralegal 3/4 - McLean VA or Linthicum MD Paralegal position at Northrop Grumman supporting the Weapons Systems division within the Defense Systems Sector. Responsibilities include legal research, contract support, drafting, and document management. Requires experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment. | — | 0 |
| Sr Staff Material Process Engineer Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Staff Material Process Engineer for their Space Systems division. The role involves leading the electrical Parts, Materials & Processes (PM&P) effort for large-scale defense programs, overseeing the full lifecycle of electrical hardware. Responsibilities include developing PM&P plans, providing subject-matter expertise, managing suppliers, chairing control boards, identifying risks, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating cross-functional collaboration. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 14 years of experience and an active DoD Secret Clearance are required. | — | 0 |
| Manager of Programs 2 – Active RF Manager of Programs 2 for Active RF Systems at Northrop Grumman, responsible for delivering contractual requirements on cost and schedule, leading cross-functional teams, managing program execution from inception to completion, including Integrated Master Schedules, budget baselines, and stakeholder relationships. Requires a Secret security clearance. | — | 0 |
| Principal/Senior Principal Engineer Software (DevOps) This role is for a DevOps Engineer focused on cybersecurity and system integration within a defense context. Responsibilities include containerization, application security, OS hardening, network security, deploying and automating infrastructure, and troubleshooting. The position requires experience with virtualization, environment automation, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on security and compliance. | — | 0 |
| Sentinel Principal/ Sr. Principal Structural Analyst - 8790-1 Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Structural Analyst for the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role involves managing Fracture Control requirements, performing fracture analysis (static, dynamics, stability, damage tolerance), participating in the Fracture Control Board, and serving as a Materials Engineering subject matter expert in fracture mechanics and fatigue/fracture design. Requires a Secret security clearance and experience with finite element modeling. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Technician 2/3 Engineering Technician role at Northrop Grumman focused on supporting development projects involving chemicals and explosives. Responsibilities include implementing test plans, operating specialized equipment, fabricating samples, maintaining records, and adhering to safety procedures. Requires strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and computer skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A Secret security clearance and Explosives Possessor designation are required. | — | 0 |
| Sr Principal Network Administrator - Top Secret Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Network Administrator to support classified government contracts, focusing on network architecture, design, integration, and implementation of large-scale, multidomain networks. The role requires defining long-term network roadmaps (SDWAN, ZeroTrust, cloud-enabled networking), ensuring alignment with security and compliance, and providing advanced technical support and mentorship. A Top Secret clearance and meeting US Government 8140 requirements are mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Government Contract Administrators - Northridge CA Experienced Contract Administrators to support multiple contract types (T&M, Cost-Reimbursable, FFP) and manage contracts across the full lifecycle, from proposal through closeout, applying FAR/DFARS knowledge. Requires ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager of Contract Administration for a production program in the defense sector, supporting solid rocket motor portfolios. Requires leadership of a contracts team, negotiation of US Government and commercial contracts, and understanding of FAR/DFAR and ITAR regulations. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. | — | 0 |
| Mgr Contract Admin 1 Manager for contract administration team supporting Missile Products Business Unit. Responsibilities include team leadership, SAP transition support, data analysis, reporting, and audit support. Requires expertise in FAR/DFAR and government regulations. | — | 0 |