Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer to join their Melbourne, FL team. The successful candidate will write and edit technical documents, ensuring clarity and quality. A bachelor's degree with significant experience is required, along with expertise in XML/S1000D. This role offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in technical writing or 6 with a master's degree.
• Experience in XML/S1000D.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Writes and edits technical documents for diverse audiences.
• Conducts quality reviews of materials.
• Acquires subject knowledge through various means.

Skills

Technical writing

XML/S1000D writing

Editing

Attention to detail

Quality review

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer position to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in Melbourne, Florida. This position will report to the MDC2 Product Support Tech Publications Manager and will be a key member of the MDC2 E2 Technical Publications team.

Accomplish

This individual will be responsible but not limited to:

• Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.
• Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.
• Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.
• Conducts quality review of materials.

Succeed

The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of applicable experience, OR 6 years with Master’s Degree OR 4 years with a PhD.
• Experience writing in XML/S1000D International Specification for Technical Publications/IETM/Data Module writing (Arbortext, EAGLE-EPS, or similar program)
• Experience authoring S1000D formatted Data Modules for USN Navy Standard IETM Viewer (NSIV) and Support Equipment Technical Manuals in PDF format
• Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards
• Full knowledge of industry practices.
• Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and system description documents.
• Military experience as an air vehicle maintainer at the organizational or intermediate levels of maintenance.
• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated DoD Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks
• Experience authoring S1000D 4.1 or higher formatted Data Modules utilizing the EAGLE-EPS publishing system
• Experience in utilizing the NAVAIR or Technical Order Maintenance Manuals
• Experience as an air vehicle maintainer at the Organizational or Intermediate Levels of maintenance on E2C/D Aircraft.

Thrive with Us

At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.

Salary Range: $89,100.00 - $133,700.00 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.