Principal Tech Editor and Writer - 6689

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Roy
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job 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.Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal Tech Editor and Writer. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Ground Based Strategic Deterrence (GBSD) program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.What You'll Get To Do: Job responsibilities will include:--- Authoring and editing technical process documents for accuracy and consistency with prescribed style, formatting, metadata, and templates--- Typical documentation includes Division and program procedures, manuals, work instructions, forms, checklists, handbooks, and other knowledge base documents--- Coordinating process document inputs for revision from technical teams, and finalizing and polishing process content--- Maintaining and improving process document templates--- Adhering to naming conventions and process document standards--- Reviewing documentation to ensure adherence to document and quality standards, ease of use, logical order of tasks, etc.--- Establishing and maintaining accurate document metadata in conformance with the SDS Asset Library--- Collaborate with team members across the Division--- Establish strong working relationships and collaborate across multiple projects and functionsThis position requires a detail-oriented candidate with strong technical writing experience and natural process acumen, and ability to:--- Understand issues from multiple viewpoints--- Communicate in a precise manner (written and verbal)--- Demonstrate a high standard of accountabilityAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: --- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage --- 401k --- Educational Assistance --- Life Insurance --- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions --- Paid Time Off --- Health & Wellness Resources --- Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and 6 years of technical writing experience; Masters degree and 4 years of relevant experience. In lieu of formal education, ten years of relevant job experience may be considered
• Active DoD SECRET Clearance with an investigation completed within the last 5 years
• Experience with processing technical writing activities and development of standards for style, formatting, and quality
• Ability to adhere to internal processes, and standards for quality and style
• Experience in the Microsoft Office suite of tools including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Familiar with defense industry processes, procedures, manuals, work instructions and other process documents
• Missile, ICBM, Minuteman III subject matter experienceThese Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:--- Master's Degree in English, Writing, or related field--- Have strong writing, and editing skills, and experience in manipulating grammar--- Experienced with configuration management--- Advanced MS Office & Adobe Acrobat--- History of collaboration with different organizations--- Possess active DoD Secret ClearanceSalary Range: $65,800 USD - $98,800 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.

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