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.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce, and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.

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. #definingpossible

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Technical Editor & Writer to join our team in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The selected candidate will be responsible for interfacing with individual teams and should demonstrate very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to gain cooperation and work effectively with others. The candidate must be able to understand management direction to generate deliverables in a time-sensitive environment and orchestrate people, resources, and tasks dealing with advanced subject matter.

The position includes authoring and/or editing technical documents such as Air Force 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 the performance of production methods, and referring to Air Force technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals. Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts. Conducts quality reviews of materials.

This requisition may be filled at either a level 3 or a level 4, depending on the candidate’s experience as laid out in the basic qualifications detailed below as well as the interview assessment.

Basic Qualifications

Level 3:

• 6 Years of technical writing experience with a Bachelors; 4 Years of technical writing experience with Masters; 10+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Must have Active/Current/Interim Secret level security clearance or higher to be considered** [US Citizenship is required].
• Demonstrated competency in desktop and publishing applications should include the following: Knowledge of Air Force Technical Orders, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Suite
• Other knowledge, skills, and experience include proofing and editing.
• Interpreting engineering documentation, including wiring diagrams and schematics
• Conducting customer reviews and incorporating review comments

Level 4:

• 10 Years of technical writing experience with a Bachelors; 8 Years of technical writing experience with Masters; 14+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Must have Active/Current/Interim Secret level security clearance or higher to be considered** [US Citizenship is required].
• Demonstrated competency in desktop and publishing applications should include the following: Knowledge of Air Force Technical Orders, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Suite
• Other knowledge, skills, and experience include proofing and editing.
• Interpreting engineering documentation, including wiring diagrams and schematics
• Conducting customer reviews and incorporating review comments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Military Standards
• Military background or experience documenting Radar or targeting systems.
• Adobe FrameMaker
• BMEWS / PARCS Weapon System program documentation experience researching data.

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.

As 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

Salary Range: $71,400 USD - $107,000 USD

Salary Range 2: $88,500 USD - $132,700 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.