Technical Documentation Manager Jobs in Reston, VA

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled Documentation & Document Control Manager to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing electronic documentation and ordnance document scheduling, technical content, and costs, while advising management on the status of work in progress, collaborative technical content requirements, and potential production impacts. Strong Analytical skills, accuracy, attention to detail, critical thinking, problem solving abilities, with 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 managing electronic documentation and ordnance document scheduling, technical content, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of technical content. Status work in progress to customer and management advising potential production impacts. Develop and maintain technical content, collaborating with internal and external organizations to ensure seamless communication and issue resolution. Measure, report, and develop corrective actions to maintain KPI's at acceptable levels. Perform all aspects of Continuous Improvement (CI) activities, driven by business needs and company strategies and objectives. Analyze existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement lean methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce cycle time, and enhance productivity. Utilize tools such as Kaizen events and Lean Six-Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements. Help develop and sustain a culture of continuous improvement using various configuration management tools leveraging benchmarked Livelink workflows to achieve ISO 9001-2015 quality standards. Candidate is expected to travel within and outside the Continental United States (approximately 20%). 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 years of related/relevnat work experience required: Bachelor's Degree in any Science, or Computer and Information Technology, or Engineering with six years relevant work experience or equivalent education and years of related/relevant work experience. * Planning experience in a production environment using MS Project
* Knowledge and experience implementing publishing tools Adobe FrameMaker, PTC Arbortext, Oxygen XML Author, and Paligo across functions
* Knowledge and experience implementing S1000D, and MIL-STD 38784 Revision C requirements
* Manage project area performance, including cost, schedule, and technical metrics, to ensure delivery of high-quality products and achieve key performance objectives
* Ability to drive team to implement solutions to complex problems
* Results oriented, ability to follow through on tasks, experience driving senior level decision making
* Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies related to transitioning paper-based documentation to electronic format
* Strong presentation skills, with experience preparing and delivering meeting presentations
* Lead and develop high-performing teams through collaborative leadership, empowerment, and a culture of open communication, respect, and continuous technical growth and development
* Travel within and outside the Continental United States (approximately 20%). Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Experience writing Department of War and U.S. Navy policy and descriptive documents
* Experienced Cost Account Manager
* Knowledge and experience developing and using Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) Electronic Technical Documentation (SSPETD)
* Experience with Adobe Acrobat Professional
* Knowledge and experience using Livelink electronic workflows
* Model-based Systems Engineering knowledge and/or experience
* Knowledge and experience using the Vulcan/Arbortext authoring tool creating paper and electronic documents
* Knowledge and experiencing converting paper-based manuals to electronic Technical Information Database (TIDB) format
* Lean Transformation experience
* Certified Kaizen Facilitator
* Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
* Toyota Production System exposure Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762 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 McLean, 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.