Principal Technical Editor and Writer

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 Aeronautics Systems Sector is currently seeking a Technical Editor and Writer for a new and exciting efforts located in Melbourne FL.

 

Responsibilities: 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:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years experience; or a masters degree and 3 years of experience or a PhD and 1 year of experience. Will consider demonstrated expertise with a minimum of 9 years of hands-on experience in tactical or special mission aircraft maintenance in lieu of formal degree

• Comprehensive understanding of aircraft systems maintenance and diagnostics—including airframe/structures, line replaceable components, propulsion/secondary power systems, flight controls, hydraulics, landing gear, and system rigging—with an ability to oversee and execute complex maintenance procedures. This includes robust knowledge of aircraft operation theory, advanced troubleshooting techniques, and the ability to interpret complex wiring data, engineering drawings, flag notes, supplier/vendor information, and other source data essential for developing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) for field use.

• Understanding of authoring technical content standards to S1000D International Specification for Technical Publications, IETM, or Data Module writing tools (e.g., Arbor text, EAGLE, XML, or similar programs)

• Familiarity with USAF General System Technical Orders and Time Compliance Technical Orders.

• Must have an active DoD Secret or Top 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:

• Proven experience with the Eagle/EPS publishing system.

• Expert-level mastery of core aircraft principles, concepts, practices, and standards essential to tactical, airlift, and special mission aircraft maintenance

• In-depth experience and understanding of weight and balance standards/procedures, aircraft battle damage assessments, hourly phase inspections, and field team/depot level aircraft repairs

• Demonstrated proficiency in fault isolation and fault reporting, with the ability to analyze and interpret diagnostic data to support efficient aircraft systems maintenance

• Extensive experience in conceptualizing, authoring, and refining detailed procedures and technical documentation for aircraft systems and subsystems to achieve operational excellence and regulatory compliance

• At least 7 years of experience as an air vehicle maintainer crew chief or plane captain for advanced fighter or heavy aircraft, demonstrating hands-on technical experience and leadership

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.

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.