// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | ⚔ Military Installation |
| Operator / Branch | Northrop Grumman |
| Host County | Brevard County FL |
| Nearest City | Washington DC |
| Primary Risk Radius | 5 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 25 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Northrop Grumman Melbourne produces radar systems electronic warfare equipment and the AN/APG-81 AESA radar for the F-35. This radar is the primary sensor suite for every F-35 worldwide. The Melbourne facility also produces systems for classified intelligence platforms. Hurricane risk on the Florida Space Coast is significant.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Melbourne metro with 600,000 Brevard County residents. The F-35 radar produced here is irreplaceable in the near term. Hurricane Matthew 2016 and Dorian 2019 both threatened the facility.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
I-95, US-192, Evans Road. Brevard County Emergency Management coordinates hurricane and industrial protocols.