Technical Writer

Responsibilities

• Researches and writes technical content supporting specialized military equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, IT equipment and software.
• Edits and updates existing technical content in a fast-paced fluid environment of engineering changes.
• Writes and/or edits technical documents to support the production of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) for U.S. Navy electronic systems.
• Develops technical descriptions, procedures, diagrams, operational specifications, and related technical information.
• Provides clear and effective communication through technical documentation to a wide range of audiences.
• Responsible for capturing and documenting operational and maintenance related information to support the introduction of new technology to the U.S. Navy.

Required Skills

• Ability to write technical content for procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications that describe the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment.
• Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions.
• Knowledge of the English language, grammar, usage, and composition.
• Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by interviewing workers engaged in developing products and services, observing production methods, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications.
• Ability to define required graphics, photographs, tables, figures, and engineering drawings and/or create graphic materials using basic photography and graphic applications such as PowerPoint and Photoshop.
• Candidates must have experience supporting the Integrated Common Processor Program (ICP).

Highly Desirable Skills

• Experience entering content using HTML, XML, and content management systems.
• Knowledge and familiarity of S1000D technical documentation standards.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
• Experience performing system operation and maintenance on U.S. Navy systems.

Additional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and 3 or more years of related experience or equivalent experience.
• Candidates must have or be able to obtain and keep a DoD SECRET security clearance which means you must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship.

Pay

Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000

Schedule

Full-Time Employee, 40 hours/week

Job Location: Manassas, VA. (Relocation Assistance Available)