Technical Editor and Writer, Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman

Technical Editor and Writer developing technical documentation for national defense products at Northrop Grumman. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive the digital transformation efforts.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeMerritt Island • California, Florida, Mississippi, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,900 - $128,400 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

technical writingeditingdocument preparationquality reviewvector graphic designpublishing softwareMicrosoft Officetechnical specificationsillustrative materialsconcept development

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsownershippresentation skillsteam supportconsultationdeadline managementorganizational skillsclear instructionstakeholder engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Officepublishing softwarevector graphic design applicationsIllustrator

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeSecret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

technical documentsuser manualsoperational specificationsengineering illustrationstrade journalsdocumentation conferencesdocumentation impacts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and/or edit 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 product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.
Take strong ownership to drive documentation through process from inputs to final distribution.
Lead preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.
Conduct quality review of materials.
Develop new concepts, techniques, and standards.
Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
Support implementation to a team of technical writers and text processors.
Serve as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives.
Present to internal and external stakeholders at reviews/documentation conferences.
Develop agendas and captures minutes to assess documentation impacts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience or Master’s Degree with 3 years of experience
Additional 4 years’ experience may be accepted in lieu of a Degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience with publishing software
Experience with vector graphic designing applications (Illustrator preferred)
Ability to meet deadlines and quality standards
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business