[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Northrop Grumman jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Northrop Grumman · United States-Florida-Melbourne # Principal Weapons Systems Engineer United States-Florida-Melbourne Full-time Senior individual contributor $79,300.00 - $118,900.00 Operations Listed on Northrop Grumman’s official careers site. Posted October 4, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Principal-Weapons-Systems-Engineer_R10252336) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Principal Weapons Systems Engineer ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has multiple openings for a Weapons Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL. The Weapons Engineer is expected to be a highly-motivated self-starter with an ability to operate effectively on a team of engineers and technicians. General understanding of Universal Armament Interface (UAI) compliant MIL-STD-1760 Stores Management Systems (SMS), MIL-STD-1553 and Suspension and Release Equipment (S&RE). Daily activities include evaluating electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and testing products. Specific tasks performed in this role are requirements management, system integration, test plan development, and test execution of a weapon system throughout the entire development, demonstration, and production phases. The successful candidate should possess some familiarization of SMS/S&RE-related hardware and software requirements and in the definition, design, integration, test, and certification (end-to-end development) and operation of SMS and S&RE. The successful candidate must also be familiar with governing standards to include UAI Platform-Store ICD, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS5653, etc., and have some experience preparing detailed requirements specifications, statements of work, test plans and procedures, certification plans and procedures, performance reports, etc., related to these governing standards. The successful candidate will be expected to understand all system requirements, develop statements of work, specifications and interface control documents, prepare, monitor and update program schedules, conduct and participate in all related design reviews, and provide technical guidance to the cross-functional team. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. ### Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) related field with 2 years of experience, OR 1 years of experience with a Masters in STEM - Must have an Active, In-Scope, DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted / renewed within the past 6 years - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs (SAP) ### Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with weapons and payload systems - In-depth knowledge of governing standards to include UAI Platform-Store ICD, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS5653 - Active Secret clearance with access to Special Program - Experience working with weapons and payload systems Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit [http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 4, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 14 days - Location: United States-Florida-Melbourne - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Principal-Weapons-Systems-Engineer_R10252336) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [2026 Associate Industrial Engineer/Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/14be471b9a18af31d791/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Engineer Electrical/Engineer Electrical](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/8febb0ec85429d1267fe/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Associate Systems Engineer/ Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/f3e1bb9a7bd47a5280b2/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Engineering Intern - Melbourne (FL) (Evergreen)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/ec27e3c6d30e2ef5f8bf/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2027 Intern - Airworthiness Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/1d6c0e65f46bb328b818/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Systems Engineer - Strategic Weapons Control](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/590ecbcedcba5117fa26/) General Dynamics · Pittsfield, MA, US ### [Senior Systems Engineer (Nuclear Weapons Security)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/b441001f43c90dc41c09/) General Dynamics · Pittsfield, MA, US ### [Senior Systems Engineer - Weapons Systems (Sign On Bonus & Relocation Available)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/3ea9ea34a4ff46b72c4e/) BAE Systems · Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States ### [Senior Systems Engineer - Aviation Weapons Portfoliio](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/9a999bb1ac27fb6422a7/) BAE Systems · Hudson, New Hampshire, United States ### [Weapons Integration Engineer Sr - Level 3](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/6704d069c174b7d1a4a0/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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