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Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
BAE Systems is looking for a Specification Writer III for the New Product Introduction Pilot Line. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. 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 BAE Systems.
The individual selected for this position will provide specification writer support to the Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line on a variety of products and projects. The Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line located in Nashua, NH is responsible for the early builds of new electronic and mechanical hardware designs. This includes the development and maturation of the associated build processes, programming, and tooling in preparation for rate production. This requires close collaboration with the design community, the receiving production teams, and requires being able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. The NPI Pilot Line plays a critical, exciting, and unique role that helps ensure that future production runs are successful.
The Specification Writer will play a critical role in the success of the Pilot Line team – the role is crucial to providing a quick turnaround of new and updated work plan incorporations to meet the needs of our customers. Approaching tasks with a sense of urgency, being a team player, being open to change, maintaining a positive attitude, and being a self-starter are all important attributes to being successful within the NPI team.
In this role, you will:
Work with Process Engineers, Engineering Assistants, and other stakeholders to create and maintain accurate process documentation using various software and systems
Incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Process Change Requests (PCRs)
Interact with the Production Floor and other critical process stakeholders including functional and project leadership
Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities
Follow industry standards and all relevant BAE Systems / Factory control documents
Work in a fast paced environment, handling shifting priorities and working within time constraints
Who you are:
A self-starter who enjoys working on something new every day
Skilled at balancing multiple priorities and asking for help when needed
Enjoys working in a closely collaborative, fast paced environment
Detail-oriented but maintains awareness of the big picture
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High School diploma
2+ years experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
Use of electronic collaboration systems (incl. Microsoft Teams, Outlook)
Good communications skills, both written and verbal. The ability to work well in a team environment is critical to this role.
Good organizational skills, and the ability to support multiple projects concurrently
* Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and/or Module manufacturing
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with Paperless factory management system
Experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat Pro software
Experience with Creo View software
Experience in writing detailed work instructions and procedures
* Demonstrated communications skills, both written and verbal
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56195 - $89912
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.
Job Description
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
BAE Systems is looking for a Specification Writer III for the New Product Introduction Pilot Line. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. 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 BAE Systems.
The individual selected for this position will provide specification writer support to the Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line on a variety of products and projects. The Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line located in Nashua, NH is responsible for the early builds of new electronic and mechanical hardware designs. This includes the development and maturation of the associated build processes, programming, and tooling in preparation for rate production. This requires close collaboration with the design community, the receiving production teams, and requires being able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. The NPI Pilot Line plays a critical, exciting, and unique role that helps ensure that future production runs are successful.
The Specification Writer will play a critical role in the success of the Pilot Line team – the role is crucial to providing a quick turnaround of new and updated work plan incorporations to meet the needs of our customers. Approaching tasks with a sense of urgency, being a team player, being open to change, maintaining a positive attitude, and being a self-starter are all important attributes to being successful within the NPI team.
In this role, you will:
Work with Process Engineers, Engineering Assistants, and other stakeholders to create and maintain accurate process documentation using various software and systems
Incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Process Change Requests (PCRs)
Interact with the Production Floor and other critical process stakeholders including functional and project leadership
Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities
Follow industry standards and all relevant BAE Systems / Factory control documents
Work in a fast paced environment, handling shifting priorities and working within time constraints
Who you are:
A self-starter who enjoys working on something new every day
Skilled at balancing multiple priorities and asking for help when needed
Enjoys working in a closely collaborative, fast paced environment
Detail-oriented but maintains awareness of the big picture
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High School diploma
2+ years experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office products
Use of electronic collaboration systems (incl. Microsoft Teams, Outlook)
Good communications skills, both written and verbal. The ability to work well in a team environment is critical to this role.
Good organizational skills, and the ability to support multiple projects concurrently
* Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and/or Module manufacturing
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with Paperless factory management system
Experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat Pro software
Experience with Creo View software
Experience in writing detailed work instructions and procedures
* Demonstrated communications skills, both written and verbal
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56195 - $89912
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Specifications Writer
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
PERM petitions for Specifications Writers are strongest when your degree field directly matches the role. A bachelor's in technical communication, engineering, or a related discipline ties your credentials to the job's specialty occupation classification under EB-2 or EB-3.
Target industries with active PERM filing history
Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and semiconductor firms file PERM applications for Specifications Writers more consistently than generalist employers. Focusing your search on these sectors reduces the risk of targeting companies unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Specifications Writer openings by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. This cuts through job postings that vaguely mention visa support without distinguishing PERM-based permanent sponsorship from temporary work authorization.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your job title and work location before certifying a PERM application. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool using the correct SOC code for technical writers to confirm the wage level your employer will need to meet.
Clarify sponsorship intent during the offer stage
Ask explicitly whether the employer will initiate PERM after your first year, not just whether they sponsor visas. Many companies sponsor H-1B but have no established PERM process, and Specifications Writer roles in smaller firms often lack an internal immigration team to drive the filing.
Document your technical writing portfolio for the PERM audit
PERM applications can be audited by DOL, requiring detailed evidence of the job's specialized requirements. Gather samples showing domain-specific specifications work, such as MIL-SPEC documents, API references, or ISO-compliant procedures, to support your employer's recruitment documentation.
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Do Specifications Writer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Specifications Writer positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Roles demanding an advanced degree or demonstrating a specialized body of knowledge, such as senior technical writing positions in regulated industries like defense or medical devices, may qualify under EB-2. Your employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, which determines the category.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B for this role?
PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. Unlike H-1B, EB-3 has no annual lottery, so your petition isn't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before your employer files the I-140, compared to H-1B's faster approval window. For most countries, EB-3 priority dates are also current or near-current, reducing the wait after I-140 approval.
What does the PERM process require from a Specifications Writer employer?
The employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This includes posting the position with specific minimum requirements that match your actual qualifications. For Specifications Writers, the job description must justify why a degree in a particular field, rather than any bachelor's degree, is necessary, which is a common sticking point in PERM audits.
How can I find Specifications Writer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Specifications Writer openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Generic job postings rarely distinguish between employers willing to file PERM and those that only offer H-1B transfers. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have completed employment-based sponsorship previously, which is a stronger signal than a sponsorship checkbox on a job listing.
Can I switch employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, but timing matters. Under AC21 portability, you can change employers after your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. For Specifications Writers moving to another technical writing or documentation role, this is typically straightforward, but your new employer should confirm the SOC codes align before you make the switch.
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