Northrop Grumman

Principal Technical Editor and Writer- Product Support

Northrop Grumman$73K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3 years with a Master's, or 1 year with a PhD
  • Experience in IETM data module authoring and Spec1000D development
  • Familiarity with Mil-STD-38784, MIL-STD-3048, and related style guide constraints
  • Proficiency in Arbortext, SGML, XML authoring, and IETM technical publications
  • Ability to craft maintenance procedures across various technical disciplines
  • Experience with Illustration Part Breakdown (IPB) and SpecView IETM viewer to ensure accuracy
  • Must obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit, and revise technical documents for diverse audiences, including military personnel
  • Gain subject knowledge through interviews and observation of production methods
  • Oversee the preparation of illustrative materials like diagrams and charts
  • Conduct quality reviews of technical manuals to ensure clarity and accuracy
  • Collaborate with product developers to incorporate technical specifications into manuals

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plans
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Technical Editor and Writer- Product Support to join the team of qualified individuals. This position is located onsite at our Grand Sky Facility in Emerado, North Dakota.

Key Responsibilities:

  • A Technical Editor and Writer is responsible to write, rewrite and/or edit 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 to include military personnel.

  • This position requires the initiative to acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referencing technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.

  • This position also requires active participation in overseeing the preparation of illustrative materials, including the selection of drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.

  • Furthermore, this position requires quality reviews of technical manuals.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 5 Years experience with Bachelors; 3 Years experience with Masters; 1 year experience with PHD

  • Experience in IETM data module authoring and development experience using Spec1000D

  • Experience with Mil-STD-38784, MIL-STD-3048, Mil-STD-1808, and Tech Manual Style Guide constraints.

  • Authoring experience will include Arbortext, SGML and/or XML authoring software, Astoria Navigator common source database, and IETM technical publications development processes.

  • Skilled in writing maintenance related procedures (e.g. Descriptive/ Fault Isolation/ Fault Reporting/ Operational/ Procedural & Non-Procedural/ Repair/ Scheduled-Maintenance/ Avionics/ Electrical/ Mechanical - Maintenance Manuals),

  • Familiar with using Illustration Part Breakdown (IPB), SpecView IETM viewer to publish and check accuracy of authored artifacts.

  • Must be able to attain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

  • Willing to travel to customer designated locations when performing verification events.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands on maintenance experience with RQ4 unmanned aircraft &/or ground segment systems such as USAF Global Hawk, FMS ROK and Japan, NATO AGS, and MQ-4 Triton programs are highly desirable.

  • Experienced with using the Interactive, Electronic, Technical Manuals (IETM) Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM), the Operations and Maintenance Manual development process and participating in Customer Validation and Verification (CVV) events.

  • Development processes associated with Time Compliant Technical Orders (TCTO's). 

  • Lead Writer experience using AGILE & JIRA best practices.

    Primary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

    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.

    About Northrop Grumman

    Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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    88,000 employees
    Market Cap
    $82.7 billion
    Industry
    Net Income
    $3.1 billion
    Founded
    1939
    5 Year Trend
    +7.6%
    Revenue
    $36.7 billion
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