Technical Writer

International Executive Service Corps; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Gromelski and Associates seeks a Technical Writer to craft and update technical content for IETMs related to U.S. Navy systems. You will develop descriptions, procedures, diagrams, and maintenance documentation for complex equipment, ensuring clarity and accuracy across audiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience, with the ability to obtain DoD SECRET clearance. Relocation assistance is available for candidates in Manassas, VA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and 3+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Must have or be able to obtain DoD SECRET clearance and be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Experience writing technical content for maintenance manuals and IETMs.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit technical documents for IETMs and Navy systems.
• Develop technical descriptions, procedures, diagrams and specifications.
• Capture and document operational and maintenance information for new technology introductions.
• Coordinate with engineers and production staff to ensure accurate content.

Skills

Technical writing

Clear English

Interview SMEs

Graphics/figures creation

ICP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HTML/XML content management

S1000D standards

MS Office

Photoshop

Job description

Location Manassas, VA (Relocation Assistance Available)

Researches and writes technical content supporting specialized military equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, IT equipment and software. Edits and updates existing technical content in a fast-paced fluid environment of engineering changes.

Writes and/or edits technical documents to support the production of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) for U.S. Navy electronic systems. Develops technical descriptions, procedures, diagrams, operational specifications, and related technical information. Provides clear and effective communication through technical documentation to a wide range of audiences. Responsible for capturing and documenting operational and maintenance related information to support the introduction of new technology to the U.S. Navy.

Technical Writer Required Skills:

• Ability to write technical content for procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications that describe the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment.
• Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions. Knowledge of the English language, grammar, usage, and composition.
• Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by interviewing workers engaged in developing products and services, observing production methods, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications.
• Ability to define required graphics, photographs, tables, figures, and engineering drawings and/or create graphic materials using basic photography and graphic applications such as PowerPoint and Photoshop.
• Candidates must have experience supporting the Integrated Common Processor Program (ICP).

Technical Writer Highly Desirable Skills:

• Experience entering content using HTML, XML, and content management systems.
• Knowledge and familiarity of S1000D technical documentation standards.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
• Experience performing system operation and maintenance on U.S. Navy systems.

Technical Writer Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and 3 or more years of related experience or equivalent experience.
• Candidates must have or be able to obtain and keep a DoD SECRET security clearance which means you must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship.

Gromelski and Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

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