Work Instruction Technical Writer/Editor - Engineering Technician Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chandler, AZ
Salary
$68,300–$113,900 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Below market

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This role $91k
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This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $129,000–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $91k versus about $161k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 206 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$172,300 across 204 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Work Instruction Technical Writer/Editor - Engineering Technician Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector seeks a Work Instruction Technical Writer/Editor - Engineering at Level 3 or 4 to join their Launch Vehicles' Work Instruction Support Entity (WISE) team in Chandler, AZ. This role involves editing, formatting, and maintaining work packages and electronic work instructions across various programs, ensuring standardization and compliance with technical manual standards. The candidate will support engineering teams by issuing, updating, and tracking work instructions using tools like JIRA and Tableau, while also driving continuous improvement through Lean methodologies. Preferred qualifications include a college degree, extensive experience in document editing and Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with MES platforms or similar digital work instruction systems. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

  • Edit, format, proofread, and maintain work packages and electronic work instructions.
  • Implement Technical Manual standards and ensure work instruction formatting consistency.
  • Support engineering team in issuing, updating, and closing work instructions.
  • Utilize WP database to maintain incorporation logs and Work Instruction listings for programs.
  • Generate customer needed documentation including As-Runs, Photos, and associated documents.
  • Author existing paperwork instructions to the MES environment.

What we're looking for

  • Government Secret security clearance required
  • 4+ years of relevant technical writing or editing experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience maintaining standardization across multiple programs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
  • Preferred: Active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance

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