Specification Writer 3

0902 SP - Launch Vehicles; United States; On-site; USD 48,400 - 80,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

0902 SP - Launch Vehicles is hiring for a role focused on ensuring accurate technical documentation adherence to quality standards. The position involves collaboration with Data Managers and program engineers, and requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

The role offers a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees every other Friday off. Salary is between $48,400 and $80,600, depending on experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits are provided to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical documentation is accurate and meets standards.
• Perform word processing and editing of documents.
• Conduct DM Review of classified and unclassified engineering analyses.
• Incorporate contractually prescribed markings into technical documents.

Skills

Technical writing

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with PLM tools

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Teamcenter

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start: No. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: No.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

• Ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications, and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format and style.
• 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 Project LifeCycle Management (PLM) tools to support change management, release, and contractual delivery of program documentation to the customer.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, technical 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical writing skills and tools, procedural writing, and editing experience.
• Ability to use a broad range of software applications and conversion tools to access and integrate technical documentation, including Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teamcenter, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of document structure, familiarity with large documents and presentations, templates, styles, table of contents, etc.
• Very accurate and consistent work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems.
• May refer to established precedents and policies.
• Accepts DM issue challenges and applies learned skills and problem‑solving techniques to assess and drive toward DM solutions.
• Understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and industry best practices for configuration data management, including the five fundamental elements (pillars) of CM per EIA‑649 when performing Data Management activities.
• Experience with a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool such as Teamcenter.
• Soft skills include attention to detail, communication, problem solving and judgement, teamwork, and high quality results.

Additional Information

Schedule: This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Salary: Primary Level Salary Range: $48,400.00 – $80,600.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, NorthropGrumman 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.

Benefits: Working at NorthropGrumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

NorthropGrumman 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.