Technical Writer

Job Summary

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is seeking a Technical Writer to provide program and proposal support, develop and maintain technical documents, and manage program materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide program and proposal support to accurately document data, graphs, procedures, presentations, etc.
• Design and layout graphical product overviews and related marketing material.
• Develop initial outline for any assigned technical document.
• Review and format Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL).
• Develop and maintain program documentation for CESI and government training facilities.
• User’s Guide
• Training System Support Document (TSSD)
• Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manual
• Trainer Facility Report (TFR)
• Perform configuration management of assigned documents using available tools.
• Develop and maintain PowerPoint or equivalent presentations for high level customers.
• Maintain and organize program materials in Confluence.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.A. in English or Journalism, Technical Communications, or Professional Writing.
• 3 or more years experience as Technical Writer in the Department of Defense industry.
• Excellent written and oral communication, grammar, and self-editing and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office products; Adobe Acrobat; Visio and other graphics applications.
• Ability to produce graphics and illustrations using Visio, including timing diagrams, block diagrams, and flow charts.
• Clear communication skills with end-user to determine documentation and software needs.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET to TOP SECRET security clearance.

Qualifications

• Ability to collect, organize, and clarify technical information in a clear, logical and concise manner.
• Ability to utilize technical engineering specifications and hands-on experience with custom applications to develop user documentation.
• Ability to use source control/configuration management tools such as Git.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, engineering environment and to meet deadlines and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to conduct peer reviews of documentation and solicit and incorporate feedback.
• Ability and drive to complete assignments on schedule.
• Write using clear and concise language using proper English in a format understandable to the target audience (Users and Maintainers).

Skills

• Technical Writing
• Document Layout
• Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) Management
• Program Documentation
• PowerPoint Presentation Development
• Configuration Management
• Source Control
• Technical Engineering Specifications
• Custom Applications
• Peer Reviews
• Documentation Writing

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)