Technical Writer I

The Technical Writer I plans, designs, writes, edits, and proofreads documents such as correspondence, contract deliverables, manuals, proposals, and various company policies, plans, forms, and procedures in support of the contract.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs, writes, edits, and proofreads documents such as correspondence, contract deliverables, manuals, proposals, and various company policies, plans, forms, and procedures in support of the contract; Monitors in-house production flow of documents from inception to distribution; Interfaces with engineers and technical professionals in writing, editing, controlling, and publishing customer documents; Provides guidance and direction in graphics, quality, coverage, format, and style when editing documentation; Uses Microsoft Office and other software for document production; Maintains digital tracking system for JT4 and vendor documentation; Provides quality assurance checks for all document deliverables; Ensures adherence to military, contract, and local standards and specifications; Reads and interprets engineering documentation; Maintains focus and attention to detail while working on multiple documents; Completes additional projects as assigned by the DM Supervisor; Contributes to communal departmental goals; Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, Business, Journalism, or equivalent discipline; OR High School Diploma or High School Equivalency and at least 3 years of job-related experience; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (such as Word, Excel, and Outlook); Integrated software applications; Organizational skills; Ability to perform detail-oriented work; Professional attitude; Ability to use the Internet and other commonly used electronic communication tools; Proper English grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation; Knowledge of modern business office procedures, including filing systems and business correspondence; Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance; Time management skills; Ability to multitask and maintain focus