Technical Writer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider is looking for a Technical Writer for the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Crane, Indiana. The role involves creating and revising technical materials, ensuring clarity and compliance with specifications. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in technical documentation and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A Bachelor's or Associate's degree is required, and a Master’s is preferred. Applicants must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance and are encouraged to apply if they currently hold one.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in editing/formatting technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of military supply chain processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develop diagrams and charts to enhance understanding.
• Edit and review drafts for clarity and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Proofreading

Editing

Technical Writing

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree

Master's Degree in any field (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Bowhead is seeking a Technical Writer at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The Technical Writer revises or writes material that is mostly standardized for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Developing diagrams, charts, and graphs to enhance and increase the end user’s understanding.
• Manipulating graphics, charts, diagrams, etc. to be included in documentation.
• Editing and reviewing rough drafts for format, clarity, and adherence to editorial and government specifications.
• Creating and maintaining templates, DTDs, EDDs, read/write rules, and structure applications.
• Participating in project meetings, as well as validation/verifications.
• Tracking documentation for developing, planning, and scheduling purposes.
• Collaborating with SMEs to ensure technical content is accurate, easy to understand, and consistent.
• Immediately communicating obstacles or issues to leadership.
• Interfacing with desktop publishers, logisticians, multimedia personnel, SMEs, and customer.
• Maintaining records.
• Participation in Validation / Verification Events.
• Recording and distributing meeting minutes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree and three (3) to five (5) years of experience in proofreading, editing and formatting of technical documentation ensuring it is accurate, complete, and meets editorial and Government specifications.
• Master's Degree in any field preferred. Background with technical writing or Ordnance and Non-Ordnance related Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
• A self-starter who is comfortable working individually, as well as being a team player who understands the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and open communication.
• Strong familiarity of military supply chain processes and product life-cycle management.
• Expert level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Applicants who currently hold a Secret clearance are strongly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting