Technical Writer/Editor

About the role

BAE Systems is seeking a progressive proactive Technical Writer/Editor to join our dynamic team in Rockville, MD in support of Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). The candidate will perform a variety of tasks related to producing and editing SSP Coordination Documents. In this role, the candidate will author and edit technical documents and technical procedure manuals such as: Weapon System Maintenance documents, Operating Procedures, and related documentation to include but not limited to, governing documents, correspondence, and work instructions. Technical documentation development will include querying subject matter experts to extract technical information. Working under general direction, you will use Navy documentation specifications and different authoring environments to generate and update various types of documentation for our customer. Duties may also include direct interface with our customers and with internal management, coordination of production and distribution schedules, and managing various production tasks including printing, assembling, packaging, and distributing both paper and electronic documentation packages. Attention to detail is a must.

About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)

Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program’s inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system, and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation’s nuclear arsenal its importance for maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy. As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team. BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc. BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in English and 4 years work experience
• Excellent written communication skills with a strong grasp of English language rules, spelling, and grammar skills
• Strong interpersonal skills. Must coordinate with Engineering Technologists and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to produce timely, high-quality documentation.
• Research. Interviewing SMEs and researching tools to gather accurate information.
• Attention to Detail. Precision in checking technical accuracy and consistency.
• Expertise with tools such as Microsoft Word and Visio
• Edits documents and presentations for content, relevance, clarity, persuasiveness, comprehensiveness, overall tone, and spelling/grammatical errors
• Configuration Management of technical documentation throughout a products lifecycle.
• Ability to meet deadlines for contract deliverables while juggling multiple projects

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's degree in English
• Experience using IBM Rational Dynamic Object Oriented Requirement System (DOORS)
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to interface with government representatives and internal department
• Experience with working in DOD environment
• Experience editing Military Ordnance Documents and SSPINST
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• employee assistance program
• legal plan
• discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723