Manager: Stockley

Task Description/Responsibilities:

The Technical Writer will be responsible for collecting information required for the preparation of technical publications. Writing and editing program status documents to ensure appropriate grammar and format. Preparing CDRL deliveries; updating or writing HW/SW user manuals and training/course materials. Preparing miscellaneous written text, providing editorial and integration functions; coordinating layout and organization of document, obtaining and interpreting data, drawings and specifications through research. Participating in formal reviews of deliverable documents, and ensuring that documents meet editorial and Government specifications as required.

Education:

□ An AA Degree, or equivalent

□ A High School Diploma or GED, plus 4 additional years of related technical writing/editing experience will substitute for the AA Degree

Experience:

□ Minimum 4 years of related technical writing/editing experience in a systems engineering environment, writing and editing technical documents, processes, and procedures

□ Must possess excellent grammar and proofing skills

Specific Experience Requirements:

q Required (Essential Skills Exp):

o Proficient word processing skills on Macintosh and/or PC, with excellent working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, and either Visio or another drawing/graphics tool.

q The following knowledge and experience is highly desireable:

o Experience as a Publications Editor.

o Authored or was a Lead Writer for a software or hardware user manual, and/or has working knowledge of Rational ClearCase or a similar version control tool.

o General knowledge of document management and change/control management.

Special Requirements

□ Candidates must be a “team player” and be able to work extended hours if the need arises.

□ Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing

Security Clearance:

q Current TS/SCI Security Clearance required.