RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!
Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.
Northrop Grumman is seeking Technical Editor Writers . This position will be located at our Mission Systems sector in Ocean Springs, MS.
The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Maritime/Land Systems and Sensors division, Marine Systems business unit. Marine Systems is a leading provider of launcher systems, propulsion systems, and power generation systems for naval submarines and surface ships.
Roles and Responsibilities
Write and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications
Communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.
Develop subject knowledge by interviewing engineering/manufacturing teams, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.
Takes strong ownership to drive documentation through process from inputs to final distribution
Prepare illustrations from, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.
Performs quality review of materials.
Executes verification/validation of procedures through hardware design, testing, up to final document distribution.
Develops new concepts, techniques, and standards, Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings. Support implementation to a team of technical writers and text processors.
Works with management on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in presenting to internal and external stakeholders at reviews/documentation conferences.
Develop agendas and captures minutes to assess documentation impacts.
Basic Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Technical Editor Writer:
Be completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Be majoring in or having majored in Technical and Environmental Communication, Technical Writing, English, Communication, or other related field
Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Microsoft Office Software experience
Adobe Acrobat experience
Basic Qualifications for a Technical Editor Writer:
Be completing or has completed their Master's degree from an accredited institution
Be majoring in or having majored in Technical and Environmental Communication, Technical Writing, English, Communication, or other related field
Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Microsoft Office Software experience
Adobe Acrobat experience
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
Experience with US military documentation standards
Experience with Publication Software
Experience with Illustration software
Familiarity with electronics/wiring/schematic diagrams
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Primary Level Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00
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.
