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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Systems-Engineer---Technical-Data-Package-Delivery--Principal-or-Sr-Principal-Engineer-Level-_R10255618) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Systems Engineer - Technical Data Package Delivery (Principal or Sr. Principal Engineer Level) ## 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. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Technical Data Package Delivery Systems Engineer (Principal or Senior Principal Engineer Level) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization in Melbourne, FL. In this role, you will support Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) initiatives related to technical documentation. You'll be working under the guidance of the Systems Engineering Manager to uncover and resolve issues associated with technical documentation reviews. ### Expected Roles, Responsibilities, and Skills Directly support the Systems Engineering Manager on a daily basis - Collaborate with team Subject Matter Experts to ensure technical quality of performance requirements and analysis products - Create training/best practice documentation - Knowledge of Teamcenter and NX (or equivalent PDM/PLM applications) - Familiarity with requirements development, requirements verification, and engineering production activities An understanding of NX and modeling Direct CAD experience An understanding of the Systems Engineering “V” model Experience in reviewing technical documentation - Direct professional / military experience in providing solutions to a variety of technical problems under general supervision - Direct professional / military experience in communicating with peers in a detailed and process-oriented fashion. Collaborative development and work in a team environment with other highly motivated system engineers This role may be filled at either the Principal Engineer (Level 3) or Senior Principal Engineer (Level 4) level. ### Basic Qualifications Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) field and 5 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master of Science Degree in a STEM field and 3 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a PhD in STEM and 1 year of relevant military / professional / academic experience Senior Principal Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field and 8 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master of Science Degree in a STEM field and 6 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a PhD in STEM and 4 years of relevant military / professional experience Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last - 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. ### Preferred Qualifications Experience in configuration management and product lifecycle management tools - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Excellent time management and organizational skills #yellow Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: United States-Florida-Melbourne - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Florida-Melbourne/Systems-Engineer---Technical-Data-Package-Delivery--Principal-or-Sr-Principal-Engineer-Level-_R10255618) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Principal / Sr. Principal Data Scientist – Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/109c50015d0e5e789f01/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [Principal Data Insight Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/85c02c762b18d0b3273e/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [Systems Architect Engineer/ Principal Systems Architect Engineer - Data Science](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/b70cd852764ae3311ece/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2026 Associate Computer Systems Analyst - Linux - Pathways Program - Melbourne FL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/557290619e92bce6c4d7/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ### [2026 Associate Industrial Engineer/Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/14be471b9a18af31d791/) United States-Florida-Melbourne ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Thermal Systems Lead Engineer - Technical Loop](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/trane-technologies/jobs/388db83c27a47fd2490a/) Trane Technologies · Davidson, North Carolina, United States of America ### [Systems Engineer - Data Analyst Level 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/e796bce9802291a869f5/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Undersea Systems Technical Writer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/5558f11fd383af3a7e51/) General Dynamics · McLeansville, NC, US ### [Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Software Systems)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/844ba3de52d8ce588d33/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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