Technical Writer Senior
Apply NowCompany: Lockheed Martin
Location: Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Description:
Job Description
The coolest jobs on this planet... or any other... are with Lockheed Martin Space
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more- we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision.
or over 60 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has supported the Navy's mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. We offer unique career opportunities and challenges on a program with a rich history and exciting future. We help keep this nation and our allies secure.
The FBM Program is experiencing significant growth and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence.
FBM is a reliable program that has been a part of the United States for over 60 years with many years to come. As we enter the next phase of FBM there are large opportunities for growth and career development.
As a part of the FBM team, we can build, replenish, & modernize this crucial national asset with today's tools & technology to benefit the world, the nation, our states, and our communities!
Learn about the Trident II D5 Fleet Ballistic Missile.
What does this role look like?
As a Manufacturing Engineer doing technical writing, you will play a key role in producing and maintaining high-level technical documentation for Lockheed Martin, in Cape Canaveral, FL! These documents encompass a wide range of programmatic documentation, requirements documentation, and standard operating procedures, crucial in supporting our team's mission.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and validating technical documents to Military and Requirements Specifications.
Creating procedural art, illustrated graphics, and other visual aids to support technical documentation.
Collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to verify technical concepts and ensure project completion
Interpreting engineering drawings and programmatic documents.
Working flexibly to meet company and client needs, including occasional overtime and travel.
Summary of Key Duties for this position:
You will be a problem solver and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems while following and maintaining requirements.
You must be a self-starter and be able to work under general guidance. Work completion will be reviewed for soundness of technical judgement and overall accuracy.
You must be a good facilitator and have good interpersonal skills to work with a diverse team of US Navy personnel, engineers, program managers, and fellow manufacturing engineers to reconcile organizational needs within documentation.
You must be able to understand a wide array of technical data related to the Mk7 and D5 TRIDENT II SWS.
You will perform technical review of documentation against source data.
You will reconcile programmatic documentation and resolve discrepancies with cognizant individuals and groups.
You must review and verify documents for completeness, format, and compliance with contract requirements.
Basic Qualifications
To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
2+ years of professional experience in technical writing
Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and PDF editing tools, as well as strong experience/working knowledge of the following:
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Arbor text Editor
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Demonstrated strong writing skills, using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions for technical content for technical manuals.
Ability to communicate technical direction in a clear and concise manner.
Professional experience working in a collaborative team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel occasionally.
You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD TOP SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Please note:
No clearance is required to apply but an Interim clearance is needed prior to start.
Desired skills
To be effective, ideally, you should also have:
Experience with Content Management Systems such as WindChill.
Experience with High level DoD Programmatic documentation.
Experience with Strategic Weapons Facility (SWF) and/or Naval Ordnance Test Unit (NOTU) experience.
Experience as a US Navy Missile Technician (MT) operating the D5 TRIDENT II Strategic Weapon System (SWS).
Experience with interactive electronic technical manual (IETMs).
Experience in an engineering or technical field .
Experience with Agile Tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence).
Knowledge of XML and basic structured markup languages.
Ability to review drawings and assess requirements.
Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and customers.
You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.
PLEASE NOTE-Other important information:
By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Benefits of Employment:
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package here.
We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the link, you can find out more on how we proudly support the Military/Veterans Network
Hiring Our Heroes
Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities
At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee. ...just to name a few reasons to join Lockheed Martin Space, and experience your future!
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
*
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $81,600 - $143,865. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
The coolest jobs on this planet... or any other... are with Lockheed Martin Space
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more- we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision.
or over 60 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has supported the Navy's mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. We offer unique career opportunities and challenges on a program with a rich history and exciting future. We help keep this nation and our allies secure.
The FBM Program is experiencing significant growth and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence.
FBM is a reliable program that has been a part of the United States for over 60 years with many years to come. As we enter the next phase of FBM there are large opportunities for growth and career development.
As a part of the FBM team, we can build, replenish, & modernize this crucial national asset with today's tools & technology to benefit the world, the nation, our states, and our communities!
Learn about the Trident II D5 Fleet Ballistic Missile.
What does this role look like?
As a Manufacturing Engineer doing technical writing, you will play a key role in producing and maintaining high-level technical documentation for Lockheed Martin, in Cape Canaveral, FL! These documents encompass a wide range of programmatic documentation, requirements documentation, and standard operating procedures, crucial in supporting our team's mission.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and validating technical documents to Military and Requirements Specifications.
Creating procedural art, illustrated graphics, and other visual aids to support technical documentation.
Collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to verify technical concepts and ensure project completion
Interpreting engineering drawings and programmatic documents.
Working flexibly to meet company and client needs, including occasional overtime and travel.
Summary of Key Duties for this position:
You will be a problem solver and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems while following and maintaining requirements.
You must be a self-starter and be able to work under general guidance. Work completion will be reviewed for soundness of technical judgement and overall accuracy.
You must be a good facilitator and have good interpersonal skills to work with a diverse team of US Navy personnel, engineers, program managers, and fellow manufacturing engineers to reconcile organizational needs within documentation.
You must be able to understand a wide array of technical data related to the Mk7 and D5 TRIDENT II SWS.
You will perform technical review of documentation against source data.
You will reconcile programmatic documentation and resolve discrepancies with cognizant individuals and groups.
You must review and verify documents for completeness, format, and compliance with contract requirements.
Basic Qualifications
To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
2+ years of professional experience in technical writing
Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and PDF editing tools, as well as strong experience/working knowledge of the following:
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Arbor text Editor
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Demonstrated strong writing skills, using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions for technical content for technical manuals.
Ability to communicate technical direction in a clear and concise manner.
Professional experience working in a collaborative team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel occasionally.
You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD TOP SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Please note:
No clearance is required to apply but an Interim clearance is needed prior to start.
Desired skills
To be effective, ideally, you should also have:
Experience with Content Management Systems such as WindChill.
Experience with High level DoD Programmatic documentation.
Experience with Strategic Weapons Facility (SWF) and/or Naval Ordnance Test Unit (NOTU) experience.
Experience as a US Navy Missile Technician (MT) operating the D5 TRIDENT II Strategic Weapon System (SWS).
Experience with interactive electronic technical manual (IETMs).
Experience in an engineering or technical field .
Experience with Agile Tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence).
Knowledge of XML and basic structured markup languages.
Ability to review drawings and assess requirements.
Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and customers.
You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.
PLEASE NOTE-Other important information:
By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Benefits of Employment:
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package here.
We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the link, you can find out more on how we proudly support the Military/Veterans Network
Hiring Our Heroes
Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities
At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee. ...just to name a few reasons to join Lockheed Martin Space, and experience your future!
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
*
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $81,600 - $143,865. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.