Title: Technical Manual Developer

Sector Electronic Systems

Req # 122263BR

Location Greenlawn, New York, United States

Physical Location Remote Work Considered

Job Category Engineering & Technology

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

U.S. Person Required Yes

Travel Percentage 10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess None

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Is Relocation Available Yes

Job Description:

Ready to make a difference? Our employees design, integrate, and test the world's next generation communication and electronic warfare systems for the United States DoW and international customers. You will be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Our products provide critical mission capabilities to address the ever-evolving challenges and threats to our nation's security and the war fighter. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.

This position in Greenlawn NY is for a Technical Writer to write and assist with technical documentation including operator/maintainer and support equipment manuals, technical specifications, test procedures, and reports. In this role, you will assist in various special projects and contribute to the cross-functional team, with a focus on high quality solutions and task-closure. You should be technically adept and proficient with learning new software, working with hardware, and communicating with the team.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration during the initial phases of employment, additional consideration will be given to candidates who are willing to perform work on-site at a BAE Systems facility until they have been acclimated to the technical writing processes and requirements at BAE Systems. Fulltime remote and Hybrid work will be considered for well-qualified candidates from the start of their employment and for those who demonstrate their ability during the first year.

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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to obtain an active Secret clearance or higher.

• At least 2 years experience working as a Technical Writer, preferably in a defense industry.

• Bachelor's degree in English/Communications or a technical discipline, a Technical Writing Certificate, or demonstrated excellence in technical writing and communication.

• Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to standard practices and conventions.

• Must be able to work independently to gather technical data from Subject Matter Experts and develop comprehensive materials with strong focus on logical flow of material and clear, consistent language.

• Demonstrated ability to write original materials.

• Strong computer publishing skills including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Highly skilled computer publishing skills including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel), Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Adobe Framemaker.

• Experience using graphics software to develop or convert graphics for use in documentation.

• Strong team mentality.

• Familiarity with DoW technical manual requirements, and military products.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $86580 - $147186

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 Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.