SMP Technical Writer/Editor

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Strategic Weapons System Standard Maintenance Procedure (SMP) Technical Writer/Editor. As a Technical Editor, you will make key contributions to the Documentation Enterprise team in support of Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). You will perform a variety of tasks related to producing and editing technical documents and technical procedure manuals such as: Strategic Systems Program Ordnance Pamphlets, Ordnance Documents, Corrective Maintenance Procedures, and related documentation to include but not limited to, governing documents, correspondence, document technical specifications and work instruction. Accuracy, integrity, subject matter expertise, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.

This position is responsible for working closely with Subject Matter Experts, Technologists, and other Technical Editors to support the creation of technical data, responsible for accurately editing Department of Navy Technical Manuals, both content format and structure, perform externally submitted data quality checks and maintain data integrity. Coordinate document production and distribution schedules, timely distribute replacement documents and conduct quality checks. Demonstrate competence to decipher redlines (changes) on technical procedures and drawings made by contractor partners or other team members, proofreading material for content structure, document format, spelling, and punctuation. Communicate with team members to ensure accuracy and completeness of technical data recommending changes to internal processes and procedures. Willingness to contribute skill expertise to other related duties as requested or assigned.

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 to 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 Education and years of related/relevant work experience required: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Computer Science, preferred, and at least 4 years of related/relevant work experience or equivalent education and years of related/relevant work experience.

Additional skills/experience required:

• Exceptional attention to detail and an eye for formatting inconsistencies
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as outstanding strong proofreading and formatting skills
• Ability to edit professional documents for content, sentence tense continuity, and adherence to establish DoD correspondence manual and MIL-Standards
• Has the ability to perform documentation coordination and production activities within tight deadlines concentrating on attention to detail and accuracy of document content, including configuration control of the documents
• Has strong interpersonal skills: able to collaborate with all staff levels and across all program areas to produce timely, high-quality documentation
• Has flexibility in dealing with changing priorities
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Essential knowledge and experience proofreading/editing, that includes grammar skills
• Knowledgeable or has Continue Process Improvement experience
• Ability to apply knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, policies, and procedures is a plus
• Familiar with Controlled Unclassified Information (e.g., requirements, portion markings, and creation)
• Experience in documentation/word processing systems (e.g., Microsoft, Arbortext, Vulcan, Quicksilver etc.)
• Familiar with producing structured electronic manuals in SGML, XML and S1000D in compliance per Navy approved DTDs
• Experience creating and updating U.S. Navy instructions, manuals, notices, or change transmittals
• Experience creating or manipulating graphic files

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include 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. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in Mc Lean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.