Northrop Grumman

Technical Editor and Writer - Level 2 / 3

Northrop Grumman$56K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of military, aircraft maintenance, or technical writing experience (or equivalent experience); for Level 3, 5 years of experience required.
  • Familiar with aviation maintenance technical publication development using software like Arbortext Editor.
  • Strong writing and editing skills, especially with grammar manipulation.
  • Active US Government Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
  • Preferred: Active DoD Top Secret security clearance; proficient in interpreting engineering data and configuration management.

Responsibilities

  • Derive information from technical sources and collaborate with engineers and SMEs.
  • Write, edit, and rewrite various technical documents including manuals and publications.
  • Interpret performance metrics through observation and technical specifications.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies in engineering drawings and blueprints.
  • Coordinate findings with the team and consult with engineering groups.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Eligible for health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
  • Participation in savings plans and potential for annual bonuses.
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a motivated professional to serve as a Technical Writer/Editor (level 2/3) to join our diverse team of professionals located in Oklahoma City, OK.

You will derive information from released technical source and/or may assist in the development of them with engineers and SMEs. Using the source materials, you are expected to interpret, formulate, affect data and will write, re-write 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. Acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals. you will identify and resolve moderate scope and complexity discrepancies within engineering drawings and blue prints that may impact data. Coordinate findings with team members and may refer findings to established precedents and policies to include consulting the engineering group and SMEs. Will assist in the review of products with the customer and can advise its proper use.

*Position may be offered as a level 2 or level 3 Technical Writer/Editor*

Basic Qualifications Level 2:

  • Bachelors degree and 2 years of military, aircraft maintenance or technical writing experience; Masters degree and 0 years of relevant experience. In lieu of formal education, 6 years of relevant military, aircraft maintenance or technical writing experience.
  • Experienced in aviation maintenance technical publication development and sustainment using applicable software (e.g. Arbortext Editor)
  • Have strong writing, and editing skills, and experience in manipulating grammar.
  • Must have an active US Government Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

  • Bachelors degree and 5 years of military, aircraft maintenance or technical writing experience; Masters degree and 3 years of relevant experience. In lieu of formal education, 9 years of relevant military, aircraft maintenance or technical writing experience.
  • Experienced in aviation maintenance technical publication development and sustainment using applicable software (e.g. Arbortext Editor)
  • Have strong writing, and editing skills, and experience in manipulating grammar.
  • Must have an active US Government Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications Both Levels:

  • Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
  • Proficient in the interpretation of engineering data such as parts list, application list, notes list and print reading.
  • Experienced with configuration management.
  • Experienced in creating multi-configuration, multi-effectivity indentured parts lists from engineering data.

Primary Level Salary Range: $56,500.00 - $84,700.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $70,100.00 - $105,100.00

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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Size
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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