Principal Technical Editor and Writer (Engineering Documentation)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! 

 

We are seeking a technical writer to write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents for customer delivery as well as internal publications. The technical writer will not only support the integration of multiple authors’ viewpoints into single documents for delivery points, but they will also independently write internal documentation to capture the procedures of our equipment by working with subject-matter experts (SMEs) within laboratory environments. Supporting proposal efforts will also be expected in this role, which will require close collaborate with subject matter experts to prepare technical sections of proposals that effectively communicate technical solutions and methodologies. This will also  require the technical writer to maintain and organize documentation to ensure that all proposal materials are version-controlled and easily accessible.

 

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Edit customer deliverables like concepts of operations, design packages, systems execution plans, etc.

• Edit and review proposal content for technical accuracy, clarity, and compliance with client instructions and standards under tight deadlines

• Capture proposal language to support the delivery of technical management volumes, program management plans, rough order of magnitudes, etc.

• Develop documents that define the design, material, function, and performance requirements of a product or its components

• Write and edit internal technical documents, such as standard operating procedures, equipment setups, manuals, operational specifications, test plans, etc. to clearly and effectively communicate technical specifications and instructions

• Collaborate with a diverse set of technical experts/SMEs to understand the documentation needs of our programs

• Negotiate and integrate different viewpoints and relay, receive information, and collaborate in a team environment

• Acquire subject knowledge by interviewing engineers, physicists, technicians, directors, and other product developers/SMEs; observing performance of production methods; and referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals

• Conduct quality review of materials

• Research engineering data/technical manuals and utilize SMEs, team members, and established processes to complete technical authoring under lead’s supervision

• Independently demonstrate skill and ability to perform fairly complex professional tasks

• Interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations

• May develop and deliver presentations

• Uphold general understanding and application of NG’s principles, concepts, practices, and standards; knowledge of industry practices; knowledge of AP style or other similar guidelines

 

This position will serve on-site in Linthicum / Annapolis Junction, MD.

 

Basic Qualifications for Principal Technical Editor and Writer:

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 Years of relevant experience; OR 3 Years with Master’s; 1 Year with a PhD

• Demonstrated experience collaborating across teams and interpreting technical information to develop documentation

• Demonstrated experience in style guidelines of general writing and technical writing

• Ability to simplify complex information for a target audience

• Excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and syntax with a keen eye for detail

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen

• Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary US Government security clearance per customer's requirements

Preferred Qualifications for Principal Technical Editor and Writer:

• Demonstrated experience with collaborating cross functionally and interpreting technical information to develop documentation

• Proficient in the interpretation of engineering data, such as parts lists, application lists, schematics, and blueprint readings

• Proficient with navigating through and working within SharePoint and Word

• Familiar with configuration management of documents

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $124,300.00

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.