Principal/Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer (Engineering Documentation)

Northrop Grumman•Jessup, MD

57d•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking a technical writer to write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents for customer delivery as well as internal publications. The technical writer will not only support the integration of multiple authors' viewpoints into single documents for delivery points, but they will also independently write internal documentation to capture the procedures of our equipment by working with subject-matter experts (SMEs) within laboratory environments. Supporting proposal efforts will also be expected in this role, which will require close collaborate with subject matter experts to prepare technical sections of proposals that effectively communicate technical solutions and methodologies. This will also require the technical writer to maintain and organize documentation to ensure that all proposal materials are version-controlled and easily accessible. This position can be filled as a Principal Technical Editor and Writer or Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications for Principal Technical Editor and Writer: Bachelor's Degree and 5 Years of relevant experience; OR 3 Years with Master's; 1 Year with a PhD
Demonstrated experience collaborating across teams and interpreting technical information to develop documentation
Demonstrated experience in style guidelines of general writing and technical writing
Ability to simplify complex information for a target audience
Excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and syntax with a keen eye for detail
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen
Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary US Government security clearance per customer's requirements
Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Technical Editor and Writer: Bachelor's Degree and 8 Years of relevant experience; OR 6 Years with Master's; 4 Years with a PhD
Demonstrated experience collaborating across teams and interpreting technical information to develop documentation
Demonstrated experience in style guidelines of general writing and technical writing
Ability to simplify complex information for a target audience
Excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and syntax with a keen eye for detail
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen
Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary US Government security clearance per customer's requirements

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with collaborating cross functionally and interpreting technical information to develop documentation
Proficient in the interpretation of engineering data, such as parts lists, application lists, schematics, and blueprint readings
Proficient with navigating through and working within SharePoint and Word
Familiar with configuration management of documents
Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Responsibilities

Edit customer deliverables like concepts of operations, design packages, systems execution plans, etc.
Edit and review proposal content for technical accuracy, clarity, and compliance with client instructions and standards under tight deadlines
Capture proposal language to support the delivery of technical management volumes, program management plans, rough order of magnitudes, etc.
Develop documents that define the design, material, function, and performance requirements of a product or its components
Write and edit internal technical documents, such as standard operating procedures, equipment setups, manuals, operational specifications, test plans, etc. to clearly and effectively communicate technical specifications and instructions
Collaborate with a diverse set of technical experts/SMEs to understand the documentation needs of our programs
Negotiate and integrate different viewpoints and relay, receive information, and collaborate in a team environment
Acquire subject knowledge by interviewing engineers, physicists, technicians, directors, and other product developers/SMEs; observing performance of production methods; and referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals
Conduct quality review of materials
Research engineering data/technical manuals and utilize SMEs, team members, and established processes to complete technical authoring under lead's supervision
Independently demonstrate skill and ability to perform fairly complex professional tasks
Interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations
May develop and deliver presentations
Uphold general understanding and application of NG's principles, concepts, practices, and standards; knowledge of industry practices; knowledge of AP style or other similar guidelines