Publications Officer

Working closely with engineers, subject matter experts and customers, you'll research, develop and update technical manuals, translate complex engineering information into clear and practical documentation, and manage publication changes through to approval. Your work will directly support safe, efficient aircraft maintenance and ongoing operational availability.
About you:
You're a detail oriented technical professional who enjoys turning complex information into clear, user friendly documentation. You're confident working with engineering and maintenance teams, comfortable juggling multiple priorities, and take pride in delivering high quality work to deadlines.
You'll bring:

An NV1 AGSVA security clearance is essential to this role
Experience developing and authoring technical publications, ideally in an aviation or regulated environment
Strong written English skills and the ability to produce clear, logical maintenance procedures
High proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat (FrameMaker experience highly regarded)
Experience working with IETMs in S1000D format and knowledge of Defence publication and DASR requirements
The curiosity and persistence to research information that isn't always easy to find
The ability to collaborate across teams, customers and international stakeholders
An aviation or relevant industry qualification, MSG 3/RCM exposure, and hands on maintenance or inspection experience are highly desirable.
What we offer:
Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

Professional development - further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
Employee Discount Program and Employee Recognition Program
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact hayley.bincalar@au.ngc.com
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification*

Client-provided location(s): Prospect, Australia

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10227011

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-26T20:30:49