BAE Systems is looking for a forward-thinking Editor/Technical Writer to join our dynamic team in Rockville, MD in support of Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). The candidate will perform a variety of tasks related to producing and editing SSP artifacts both digital and paper-based.
In this role, the candidate will author and edit technical documents and technical procedure manuals such as: Weapon System specifications, Digital Engineering artifacts, and related documentation to include but not limited to, governing documents, correspondence, and work instructions. Technical documentation development will include querying subject matter experts to extract technical information. Working under general direction, you will use Navy documentation specifications and different authoring environments to generate and update various types of documentation for our customer. Duties may also include direct interface with internal management, coordination of production and distribution schedules, and distributing both paper and electronic documentation packages. Attention to detail is a must.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor of Arts in English, or similar degree
- 6+ years experience with Technical Writing or Configuration Management
- Excellent written communication skills with a strong grasp of English language rules, spelling, and grammar skills
- Has flexibility in dealing with changing priorities
- Possess experience in documentation/Word processing systems (e.g., Adobe Acrobat], Microsoft [Word, PowerPoint, and Visio] etc.)
- Ability to meet deadlines for contract deliverables while juggling multiple projects
- Demonstrated Self-Starter
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with engineering tools / languages including No Magic Products, PTC Windchill, IBM DOORS, and/or SysML, JAVA.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Arts in English or a similar degree
- 6 or more years of experience in technical writing or configuration management
- Excellent written communication skills and strong knowledge of English rules, spelling, and grammar
- Flexibility in managing changing priorities
- Experience with documentation and word processing systems, including Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Ability to meet contract deliverable deadlines while managing multiple projects
- Self-starter mindset
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams
- Experience with No Magic Products, PTC Windchill, IBM DOORS, SysML, and/or Java
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.
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What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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