Apply

Ready to go for it?

AI Apply speeds things up—apply directly if you prefer.

FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
Scoutfield Logo

See all jobs on Scoutfield

Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.

Discover
  • Fresh listings
  • Fast filters
  • No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
Northrop Grumman

Publications Manager

Northrop Grumman

. Lead the Technical Publications organization producing missile launcher manuals for Strategic Systems Programs and propulsion and power generation manuals for EB/NAVSEA .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,100 - $199,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit
Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in technical publications management, including the production of missile launcher manuals and propulsion systems documentation. Strong leadership and program management skills are essential for overseeing personnel development, budget administration, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical Publications ManagementProgram ManagementLeadership SkillsBudget AdministrationTechnical Research and Writing

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills
Technical Publications ProductionSchedule PerformanceWriting and Editing ConventionsInteractive Electronic Technical ManualsEarned Value Cost ManagementCAMEO ExperienceGraphics Practices and FormatsSGML/XML AuthoringTechnical ResearchReview Control
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsCoachingMentoringPersonnel AdministrationTeam Engagement
Tools & Technologies
ExcelProject Management SoftwareArbortext Epic EditorAdobe AcrobatMicrosoft OfficeANCRS Trouble/Failure Report Management System
Certifications & Qualifications
US Government Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
Navy Strategic Systems ProgramsMissile Launching SystemsPropulsion SystemsNaval Surface ShipsSubmarines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the Technical Publications organization producing missile launcher manuals for Strategic Systems Programs and propulsion and power generation manuals for EB/NAVSEA
  • Plan, direct, estimate, schedule, and track major publications projects
  • Establish processes and procedures to ensure high-quality products for internal and external customers
  • Manage personnel administration, including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluations, and salary administration
  • Administer the department budget
  • Mentor staff and lead department engagement activities
  • Prioritize the growth, development, training, and satisfaction of reporting personnel
  • Visit customer and subcontractor offices for program updates and technical reviews
  • Support publications for missile launching and handling systems and propulsion and power generation systems for naval surface ships and submarines

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of related experience; OR a Master's Degree with 6 years of related experience; OR a PhD with 3 years of related experience
  • 5 years in increasingly responsible roles in a technical publishing environment
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills and ability to communicate with all levels, internally and with Government customers
  • Program management related to budget and program cost management
  • Advanced management experience and skills to resolve changes in contract funding, terms, and program scope through personnel and organizational adjustments
  • US Citizenship required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
  • Preferred: experience with Navy Strategic Systems Programs on-shore maintenance and shipboard documentation formats and requirements
  • Preferred: experience with Earned Value cost management systems
  • Preferred: experience working in CAMEO
  • Computer competence in management software tools, including Excel and Project
  • Working knowledge of technical publications production, including schedule performance, technical research, writing and editing conventions, review control, graphics practices and formats, interactive electronic technical manuals, and publishing techniques
  • Familiarity with Arbortext Epic Editor SGML/XML authoring software, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with the ANCRS Trouble/Failure Report Corrective Action Report management system or similar system

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Discretionary bonus may be available
  • Overtime may be available
  • Shift differential may be available
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business