Technical Writer

Overview

Job Summary : Seeking a skilled Technical Writer to develop high-quality technical documentation, including ETMs, IETMs, SOPs, CBTs, and training materials, in compliance with military and industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-40051E). Responsibilities include content creation, editing, illustration manipulation, formatting / layout using desktop publishing tools, and maintaining documentation trackers and records. The ideal candidate will have experience with DoD documentation, strong writing and collaboration skills, and proficiency in tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, Arbortext, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with configuration management, XML, and Simplified Technical English is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing high-quality documentation that complies with the corresponding standard (e.g., MIL-STD-40051E), style guide, and / or directive and meets the customers\' and end users\' needs.
• Documentation includes but is not limited to Electronic Technical Manuals (ETMs), Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), curriculum, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Computer Based Training (CBT), and reports.
• Researching, collecting, analyzing, organizing, and preparing technical information and data.
• Performing desktop publishing support (e.g., format and layout) for technical documentation.
• Manipulating illustrations and photographs to be included in documentation.
• Creating and revising charts, diagrams, flowcharts, etc. to be included in documentation.
• Editing technical documentation for format, accuracy, clarity, consistency, and adherence to government specifications.
• Creating and maintaining trackers for developing, planning, and scheduling purposes.
• Maintaining records.
• Performing clerical / administrative duties as assigned such as file management and recording and distributing meeting minutes.

Required Qualifications

Qualifications

Travel

No regular travel is expected for this position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

Benefits

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