Senior Specification Writer - Technical Docs & PLM

Northrop Grumman Corp.

Chandler (AZ)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 81,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Specification Writer - Level 3 to join our Chandler, AZ team. The role focuses on editing and formatting technical data for manuals, specifications, and procedures in accordance with contract and government standards.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent with 4 years of related experience, strong Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat skills, and proficiency in technical/procedural writing.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
  • Comprehensive experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Tech Writing and Tools, Procedural Writing/Editing proficiency.
  • Experience with Change/File Management (PLM) Tools.
  • Must have ability to obtain U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications.
  • Perform word processing and editing of documents with Data Managers, other Word Processors, and program engineers to ensure on-time delivery of data.
  • Perform document workflow tasks using PLM tools to support change management, release, and contractual delivery.
  • Incorporate contractually prescribed markings for managing, sharing, safeguarding, and disseminating technical documents.
  • Conduct DM Review of classified and unclassified engineering analyses.
  • Process new and revised Forms.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical writing
Editing
Attention to detail
Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office
Adobe Acrobat
SharePoint
Teamcenter
PLM tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Specification Writer - Level 3 to join our Chandler, AZ team. The role focuses on editing and formatting technical data for manuals, specifications, and procedures in accordance with contract and government standards.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent with 4 years of related experience, strong Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat skills, and proficiency in technical/procedural writing.

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