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As a Technical Editor/Writer, you will be responsible for writing, rewriting, and/or editing technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to clearly and effectively communicate technical specifications and instructions to Subject Matter Experts. Experience working with military technical documents related to training development, training delivery, and integrated logistics support Army Regulations, Military Specifications and Preferences, Technical Bulletins, Interactive Electronic Training Manuals, Data Item Descriptions, etc.).

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionarysystems 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.The FRP 26 writing group within the Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Technical Editor/Writer to join our diverse and talented material development group to support our customers. As a Technical Editor/Writer, you will be responsible for writing, rewriting, and/or editing technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to clearly and effectively communicate technical specifications and instructions to Subject Matter Experts. This position is located in Huntsville, Alabama without remote work possibility.Basic Qualifications:To be considered for this position, you must, at a minimum, meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:<ul><li>For a Level 2: 4 years experience as a Technical Editor and Writer with a Bachelors degree; 2 years experience with a Masters</li><li>For a Level 3: 6 Years experience as a Technical Editor and Writer with a Bachelors degree; 4 Years experience with a Masters degree</li><li>For a Level 4: 8 years experience as a Technical Editor and writer with a Bachelors degree; 6 years experience with a Masters Degree</li><li>3+ years of experience and advanced skills with the Microsoft Office product suite</li><li>3+ years of experience and intermediate skills with Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator</li><li>Must be able to receive and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:<ul><li>Formal training as a Military Training Developer and/or Instructor/Writer and 6 years related experience</li><li>Masters Degree in English, Writing, Instructional Design, or related field</li><li>Certification in AGILE/SAFe, such as Scrum Master, DevOps, Product Management, etc.</li><li>Systems Approach to Training (SAT), Common Faculty Development - Developer Course, Instructional Design Basic Course (IDBC), Faculty Development Program-3 (FDP-3), or Advanced Training Developer Course (ATDC) certification</li><li>4+ years working with military technical documents related to training development, training delivery, and integrated logistics support (ARs, Mil Specifications and Preferences, Technical Bulletins, IETMs, DIDs, etc.)</li><li>Experience in</li><li>Advanced Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and/or Adobe Illustrator user</li><li>Experience as a photographer</li><li>Experience working with FSR/FSE teams</li><li>Experience working with military technical documents related to training development, training delivery, and integrated logistics support Army Regulations, Military Specifications and Preferences, Technical Bulletins, Interactive Electronic Training Manuals, Data Item Descriptions, etc.)</li></ul>Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,800.00 - $122,600.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Job Category: Communications

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. 
 
© 2020 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO

Northrop Grumman

Technical Editor and Writer (levels 2 3 and 4)

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Agile Programming Methodologies

Communication Skills

Customer Support/Service

Cyberspace

DevOps

Diversity

Editing

Educational Technology

English Language

Instructional Design

Logistics

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Product Family

Military

Military Specifications

Online Training

Product Management

Regulations

ScrumMaster

Secret Clearance

Security Clearance

Technical Editing

Technical Publications

Technical Writing

User Documentation

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The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in public key infrastructure (PKI) and key management, excels at complex problem solving, and has a strong record of delivering results as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced Agile Development environment. Must have at least 5 years of experience as a full time dedicated Technical Writer on a large, complex technical program, creating, editing, and producing extensive documents, reports, CDRLs, and briefings for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.

DescriptionLeidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Technical Writer in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, ComputerNetwork Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!This position is based near Columbia, Maryland, with alternative duty locations in San Diego, California, Englewood, Colorado, or Huntsville, Alabama. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.Job SummaryLeidos is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Writer to join a high-impact, multi-agency program serving the United States Space Force (USSF) / Space Systems Command (SSC), the United States Air Force (USAF), and other critical mission stakeholders. The selected individual will play key role in enhancing, testing, and deploying a large-scale Satellite Communications (SATCOM) system to an existing infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in public key infrastructure (PKI) and key management, excels at complex problem solving, and has a strong record of delivering results as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced Agile Development environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance the resilience and cybersecurity of mission-critical communications that protect our nation.Primary Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, author, edit, and proof technical documents and program deliverables (e.g., system manuals, user guides, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports) in accordance with the SOW and CDRLs.</li><li>Ensure all documents conform to program standards, Data Item Description (DID) requirements, and applicable templates.</li><li>Create and maintain document templates using styles and formats in MS Word.</li><li>Work closely with engineers, developers, testers, Release Train Engineers, users, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define content, and capture data and media for documentation.</li><li>Perform quality assurance reviews on all contractual documentation and deliverables, ensuring comments and customer feedback are fully addressed.</li><li>Format, review, and submit contract deliverables and reports, ensuring proper configuration management (CM) and version control in coordination with Data Management staff.</li><li>Oversee the collection, organization, editing, and revision of documentation supporting complex computer systems and networks.</li><li>Apply and help guide implementation of CMMI Maturity Level 3 best practices for documentation and quality.</li><li>Manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously with strong attention to detail, quality, and on-time task completion.</li></ul>Basic Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.</li><li>Must have at least 5 years of experience as a full time dedicated Technical Writer on a large, complex technical program, creating, editing, and producing extensive documents, reports, CDRLs, and briefings for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.</li><li>Must have expert-level proficiency with advanced MS Word formatting and editing features, with extensive experience developing, managing, and refining large, complex technical documents and publications.</li><li>Must have direct experience working with system engineers, software engineers, and program management to translate technical information into clear, concise documentation including user manuals and reports.</li><li>Must demonstrate excellent grammar skills (including punctuation, spelling, and usage).</li><li>Must be an exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to convey information clearly and concisely, build rapport effectively, and understand, interpret, and explain highly technical concepts to diverse audiences.</li><li>Must have experience planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Must be capable of performing high-quality work both individually and as part of a team.</li><li>Must be a self-motivated problem solver who proactively takes initiative when issues arise.</li></ul>Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Master's Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline.</li><li>Experience working with or in military Satellite Communications (SATCOM) organizations such as United States Air Force (USAF), United States Space Force (USSF), or another Agency.</li><li>Experience working with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)/ key management programs and technologies.</li><li>Experience working on or with multi-disciplinary technical development teams.</li><li>Experience working on an agile program and team.</li><li>Extensive experience on a system/software development program compiling, editing, and publishing CDRL documentation.</li><li>Sound understanding of CMMI ML3 best practices, DID formats, and agile methodologies.</li></ul>At Leidos , the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - Apply today!If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:March 18, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission ( .Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.REQNUMBER: R-00178658-OTHLOC-PL-2D1270All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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Leidos

Mid-Level Technical Writer

Analysis Skills

Best Practices

Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)

Computer Networks

Computer Systems

Configuration Management

Content Management

Contract Review

Cross-Functional

Cryptography

Customer/Client Research

Data Collection

Data Management

Detail Oriented

Document Management

Documentation

Establish Priorities

Government

Information/Data Security (InfoSec)

Installation Guide

Intel Product Family

Internet Security

Leadership

Legal

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM)

Multitasking

Problem Solving Skills

Project/Program Management

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Quality Assurance

Requirements Management

Revenue/Sales Reporting

Satellite Communications

Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

Signal Intelligence (SIGINT)

Software Development

Software Engineering

Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)

Statement of Work (SOW)

Support Documentation

Systems Engineering

Technical Leadership

Test Plan/Schedule

Time Management

Top Secret Clearance

United States Air Force (USAF)

Web Analytics

Writing Skills

Contributes to the project strategy to meet target goals and milestones, evaluates resource allocation needs, and monitors project risks to determine the best mitigation path. For non-sales roles, employees will be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, the target amount of which varies based on the applicable role, to be governed by the applicable plan terms.

We are constantly looking to add to our core talent. If you are seeking a career that is challenging and rewarding, a work environment that is diverse and dynamic, look no further - Haemonetics is your employer of choice. Job Details The Senior Technical Writer is responsible for authoring, revising, and maintaining end-user documentation for medical devices in compliance with applicable regulatory and quality system requirements. The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience working within FDA- and ISO-regulated environments and is highly proficient in MadCap Flare for structured, reusable content development. This individual operates with moderate independence and partners cross-functionally to ensure documentation accuracy, regulatory compliance, and consistency across product lines. The Senior Technical Writer may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the below mentioned responsibilities as reasonably required by business needs. <ul><li>Performs large or complex portions of documentation projects across multiple product lines or specialization areas. </li><li>Works on technically complex and high-impact projects and deliverables where ingenuity and basic business understanding is required. </li><li>Creates, revises, and seeks approval of documentation and ensures consistency across documentation. </li><li>Contributes to continuous improvement of templates, style guides, and publishing workflows. </li><li>Contributes to the project strategy to meet target goals and milestones, evaluates resource allocation needs, and monitors project risks to determine the best mitigation path. </li><li>Independently research issues outside of current technical writing knowledge and capability and selects the most efficient methods/techniques to achieve objectives. </li><li>Identifies technical writing and medical device industry standards, processes, policies, practices, and tools including Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)s, industry best practices, style guides, templates, desktop publishing tools, and applicable regulations (Examples: FDA, CE Marking, and ISO). </li><li>Applies knowledge to a variety of assignments reflecting proficiency in a broad range of complex topics. </li><li>Demonstrates deep/advanced knowledge of technical writing theory and methods. </li><li>Translates specialized product needs, customer needs, operational policies and processes, and product use into feasible documentation requirements and recommendations. </li><li>Researches and analyzes data relating to the development and distribution of technical documentation. </li><li>Demonstrates advanced project management skills, systems knowledge/skills, and basic business understanding. </li><li>Coordinates work primarily across project team(s), related groups, or within the department. </li><li>Communicates proactively and effectively at all levels. Provides frequent status reports and updates to manager. </li><li>Independently solves a wide range of complex and diverse problems and evaluates and communicates short term impact of recommendations. </li><li>Expands understanding and employs sensitivity in communications with culturally diverse audiences. </li><li>Provides technical leadership, trains, mentors, and takes initiative to assist junior writers and others. </li><li>Troubleshoots complex problems and engages others in problem-solving strategies to identify practical and effective solutions to complex issues. </li><li>Evaluates the applicability and impact of technical writing methods and solutions referred by junior writers. </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul>Required Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor's Degree, or higher in English or Technical Writing </li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience as a technical writer within an IVD/Medical Device Business (Life sciences) </li><li>Experience working within a Quality Management System (QMS). </li><li>Strong understanding of structured documentation and version control. </li><li>Experience in medical device industry, regulations and governance requirements </li><li>Advanced proficiency in MadCap Flare </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Familiarity with global labeling requirements (FDA, EU MDR, IVDR, Health Canada, etc). </li><li>Experience with Adobe Acrobat, Adobe FrameMaker, and graphics tools </li><li>Knowledge of Smartsheet </li></ul>Core Competencies <ul><li>Detail-oriented with strong quality focus </li><li>Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects </li><li>Strong cross-functional collaboration skills </li><li>Regulatory awareness and risk-based thinking </li><li>Process-oriented mindset </li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision </li></ul>EEO Policy Statement Pay Transparency: The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account, without limitation, the candidate's location, education, job-knowledge, skills, and experience in prior relevant roles. Incentives may also be provided as part of Haemonetics' employee compensation. For sales roles, employees will be eligible for sales incentive (i.e., commission) under the applicable plan terms. For non-sales roles, employees will be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, the target amount of which varies based on the applicable role, to be governed by the applicable plan terms. Employees may also be eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive plan, with eligibility and target amount dependent on the role. In addition to compensation, the Company offers a competitive suite of benefits to its employees, including without limitation, a 401(k) with up to a 6% employer match and no vesting period, an employee stock purchase plan, "flexible time off" for salaried employees and, for hourly employees, accrual of three to five weeks' vacation annually (based on tenure), accrual of up to 64 hours (annually) of paid sick time, paid and/or floating holidays, parental leave, short- and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and/or health and welfare benefits. Depending on your location, you may be eligible for more detailed information related to the compensation and benefits related to this job posting. If you believe you may be entitled to such information by law, you may contact 1-781-348-7777, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET or email AskHR@Haemonetics.com. The base salary range for this role is: $90,100.00-$153,300.00/Annual

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