Technical Writer 2

Job Summary

Plan, design, write, edit, proofread and finalize documents, technical manuals, orders, specifications, modification work orders, and test plans, procedures and results.

• Interface with technical professionals in the writing, editing, and publication of various types of documents such as specifications, manuals, reports, plans, training material and presentations.
• Research a variety of assigned topics and develop writing plans and outlines.
• Assist in the development of supporting materials (illustrations, tables, etc.).
• Track and monitors flow of all documents from inception to distribution of final copies. Identifies and correct problem areas as they arise.
• Provide quality assurance check for all document deliverables.
• Participate regularly in department and company-wide proposal writing projects. May serve as proposal coordinator for large production efforts.
• Utilizes appropriate computer software for document test production. Investigates and implement best ways to product documentation electronically.
• Provides technical writing/editing support to other Company contracts when workloads permit.
• Establish and maintain electronic and/or hardcopy data library of documents and work order files for documents received for processing.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

• Bachelors degree, or equivalent, and 2-4 years of experience in writing, editing and managing technical documentation and operator/maintenance manuals for military systems and equipments.
• Knowledge of applicable military standards, specifications and test practices is required.
• Must be able to conceptualize, format, structure, write, edit and finalize technical manuals, orders, specifications, modification work orders, and test plans, procedures and results.
• Excellent written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications
• Organization skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required.