Technical Writer/Editor

Job Summary

BAE Systems is seeking a skilled Technical Writer/Editor to support our work as a prime contractor on a high‑profile U.S. Navy weapon system program. Strong attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.

Responsibilities

• Produce and edit technical documents and technical procedure manuals, including:
  • Strategic Systems Program Instructions (SSPINSTs)
  • Weapon System Maintenance documents
  • Ordnance Pamphlets (OPs)
  • Ordnance Documents (ODs)
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Governing documents, correspondence, technical specifications, and work instructions
• Collaborate closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), technologists, and other technical editors to ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant with established standards.

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 as 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, giving the program 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Computer Science, or a similar field
• Minimum 2 years professional work experience (or equivalent education and experience)
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project)
• Experience editing and/or creating Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) or similar
• Experience creating and maintaining documentation schedules, ensuring timely updates and deliverables
• Experience creating and revising work instructions, procedures, white papers, etc., in accordance with organization requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, outstanding proofreading and formatting abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and an eye for formatting inconsistencies
• Ability to learn and quickly grasp complex technical concepts to convey them clearly and accurately
• Ability to manage conflicting tasking with an eye for prioritization
• Must be able and willing to lift up to 40 pounds
• Limited CONUS travel (less than 10 % of time, 2 weeks to a month) may be required

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with markup languages SGML and/or XML
• Familiarity with S1000D
• Experience with documentation/word‑processing systems (e.g., Arbortext, Vulcan)
• Experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) tools such as SharePoint or Confluence
• Experience maintaining quality assurance and audit standards
• Ability to apply knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, policies, and procedures (a plus)
• Familiarity with Controlled Unclassified Information (e.g., requirements, portion markings, creation)

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $82,779 – $140,723

Note: This range is based on market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications (skills, education, experience).

Employee Benefits

Regular employees scheduled to work 20 + hours per week are offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and legal plan
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and applicable federal and state sick leave
• Company recognition program with monetary or non‑monetary awards
• Additional incentives may be available based on position level or job specifics.