Associate/ Technical Editor And Writer

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.

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.

Basic Qualifications for level 1:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100) specification.
• Minimum 0-1 year’ experience in creating and modifying templates, style sheets, and formats.
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field, 0-1 year’ technical editing experience.
• Experience with structured (HTML, SGML, or XML, and S1000 or DITA) content.
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance (or higher).
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with good problem solving and organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
• Minimum of 0- 1 year experience with structured authoring applications, such as: MadCap, FrameMaker, or Arbortext.
• Member of the Society for Technical Communicators (STC).

Basic Qualifications for level 2:

• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in creating and modifying templates, style sheets, and formats.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with good problem solving and organization skills.
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance (or higher).
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field, 3 years of experience with a bachelors, 1 year with a Masters of’ technical editing experience.
• Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100) specification.
• Experience with structured (HTML, SGML, or XML, and S1000 or DITA) content.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Member of the Society for Technical Communicators (STC).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with structured authoring applications, such as: MadCap, FrameMaker, or Arbortext.
• Experience with Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100).

This is a Dual Band Requisition; candidates will be considered for both the level 1 and level 2 based upon the Basic Requirements below.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Life Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• 401k
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

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Salary Range: $50,300 USD - $75,500 USD

Salary Range 2: $60,900 USD - $91,300 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.