Technical Writer

JT4; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JT4, a leader in engineering support for defense services, seeks a Technical Writer II in Colorado Springs. The role focuses on producing and overseeing technical documentation related to airforce and navy training systems, working closely with engineers to ensure clarity and accuracy in documentation.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Employer matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in technical writing is required.
• 3+ years of relevant technical writing experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develops and edits technical documents as required.
• Interfaces with engineers to create clear publications.
• Maintains Technical Data Library records.

Skills

Technical Writing

Editing

Communication

Technical Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Technical Writing

Tools

Word-processing applications

Desktop publishing tools

Job description

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JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the joint range technical services contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

Job Summary -- Essential Functions/Duties

Develops, writes, proofreads, formats, and edits documents, such as reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications. Documentation is related to work instructions, plans, methods and procedures, as well as the installation, operation, and maintenance of National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) systems and equipment.

The Technical Writer II will be responsible for performing the following functions/duties:

• Interfaces with engineers and technical professionals to prepare clear and concise technical publications, notes, manuals, and related technical information concerned with the installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and other equipment.
• Edits, formats, and proofreads project schedules, hardware/software reference guides, user manuals, reports, and other technical literature.
• Reviews manufacturer and trade catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to the operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
• Organizes material and completes writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology; may assist in laying out material for publication.
• Maintains an electronic Technical Data Library (TDL) that contains commercial internal and external records, documents and files of work, and revisions to ensure departmental continuity.
• Filing customer correspondence into the Data Management Log (DML) electronic database for record keeping purposes.
• Contributes text for inclusion by other more senior Technical Publishers in highly specialized, technical documents according to required specifications.
• Conducts quality checks of all edited textual materials, including artwork, for accuracy, conciseness, completeness, grammatical correctness, sentence sense, and adherence to military and contract standards and format conventions in accordance with departmental and publication standards.
• Adheres to established proposal and production schedules and deadlines.
• Produces near error-free documentation in support of the J-Tech II contract.
• Assigns, monitors, manages, coordinates, and updates Annual Review (AR) workflows and documentation.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

Requirements - Education, Technical, And Work Experience

Associate's degree or equivalent formal academic or vocational training in technical writing, technical journalism, technical communications, English or a related field and 3 or more years of directly related technical writing experience.

In addition, a Technical Writer II must possess the following qualifications:

• Must possess the ability and skill to write, edit, and prepare clear, concise, and acceptable scientific, technical, and management documentation for publication or production
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with technical professionals and managers
• Must be able to type, use a personal computer, and be familiar with full-featured word-processing applications, desktop publishing tools and drawing packages
• Must be able to work independently as well as contribute as part of a work group
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.
  
  

SALARY

The expected salary range for this AWD (Area Wage Determination) non-exempt position is $33.70 per hour.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer matching
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Other Responsibilites

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. The incumbent must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines.

The foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting. In addition, JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and/or certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use another employee's equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4 owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JTWP11; A2STTR

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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