Principal Tech Editor & Writer — Product Support (Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Florida seeks a Principal Technical Editor and Writer- Product Support to edit and publish complex maintenance and operation documents, using S1000D, Arbortext Editor, and EPS. This onsite role requires strong writing, technical communication, and the ability to present to program stakeholders.

The position demands a Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field with several years of experience, while a security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience OR Master’s with 3 years OR PhD with 1 year of experience.
• Understanding of core aircraft principles for military maintenance and operation.
• Ability to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Self-management to plan and deliver on time.
• Ability to analyze wiring data, drawings, specifications, and system descriptions.
• Willingness and ability to learn S1000D authoring standards.
• Ability to learn XML authoring tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Writes/edits technical documents in S1000D using Arbortext Editor and EPS.
• Develops and delivers presentations to customers and stakeholders on operation and maintenance topics.
• Communicates technical specifications clearly to diverse audiences.
• Gathers system knowledge by interviewing engineers and SMEs and consulting specs and drawings.
• Uses vetted source data to prepare illustration requests.
• Conducts quality reviews of materials.

Skills

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Clear communication

Interviews SMEs

Self-management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

S1000D knowledge

XML authoring tools

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Arbortext Editor

EPS

XML authoring tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Florida seeks a Principal Technical Editor and Writer- Product Support to edit and publish complex maintenance and operation documents, using S1000D, Arbortext Editor, and EPS. This onsite role requires strong writing, technical communication, and the ability to present to program stakeholders.

The position demands a Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field with several years of experience, while a security clearance is required.