Principal Technical Editor and Writer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim 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.

The Software Business Area within the Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principle Technical Editor/Writer to join our diverse and talented material development group to support our customers. As a Principal Technical Editor/Writer you will be responsible for writing, rewriting and/or editing technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications. You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to express technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences and acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to and understanding technical specifications, engineering drawings, and trade journals. to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to Subject Matter Experts. This position is located in Huntsville, Alabama without remote work possibility.

 Basic Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must, at a minimum, meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• 5 Years experience as a Technical Editor and Writer with a Bachelors degree; 3 Years experience with a Masters degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• Experience working with military technical documents related to integrated logistics support ARs, Mil Specifications and Preferences, Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, IETMs, DIDs, etc.)

• 5+ years of experience and advanced skills with the Microsoft Office product suite

• 3+ years of experience and intermediate skills with Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator

• Have a current active Secret or Top Secret clearance or an interim Secret clearance to start work

• Have the ability to travel up to 10% when required

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Formal training as a 14T - Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator / Maintainer, 14E - Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator / Maintainer,  Military Training Developer, 140A - Air and Missile Defense (AMD) Systems Integrator, 140L - Air and Missile Defense (AMD) Systems Technician, 140L - Air and Missile Defense (AMD) Systems Technician and 6 years related experience

• Masters Degree in English, Writing, Instructional Design, or related field

• Certification in AGILE/SAFe, such as Scrum Master, DevOps, Product Management, etc.

• 6+ years working with military technical documents related to training development, training delivery, and integrated logistics support (ARs, Mil Specifications and Preferences, Technical Bulletins, IETMs, DIDs, etc.)

• Knowledge of Government Printing Office (GPO) style guide

• Experience in

  • Advanced Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and/or Adobe Illustrator user

  • Knowledge of Beyond Compare and Ultra Edit software

  • Documenting Software User, Administration, and Installation Documents

  • Working in JIRA and Confluence

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $118,700.00

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.