Technical Writer

Gromelski & Associates, Inc.; Manassas (VA, GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Gromelski and Associates, Inc. (GAI) seeks a Technical Writer to develop and update technical content for naval systems, including IETMs. You will collect information from engineers, draft procedures, and produce diagrams and tables for installation, operation, and maintenance.

The role requires clear writing, ability to verify content from multiple sources, and experience with ICP programs and graphics tools. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Writes technical content for manuals and publications describing installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Writes in clear language adhering to customer standards and conventions.
• Interviews workers, observes methods, and references drawings and manuals to verify content.
• Defines required graphics and uses PowerPoint/Photoshop for figures.
• Experience supporting the ICP program.

Responsibilities

• Produce IETMs and technical documentation for naval systems.
• Update existing documents in response to engineering changes.
• Ensure accuracy and clarity for a wide range of audiences.

Skills

Technical writing

Audience awareness

Editing & proofreading

Graphic content specification

ICP program experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

HTML

XML

Content management systems

MS Office

Job description

Technical Writer

Gromelski and Associates, Inc. (GAI) partners with prime contractors to provide professional services. Key service areas include Engineering Design and Documentation; Software Development and Testing; System Integration, Testing and Evaluation; Lab Management and Field Installation; Integrated Logistics Support, Training Development and Delivery, Multimedia Support, and Technical System Support.

Technical Writer Job Description:

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.

Job: Full-Time Employee, 40 hours/week

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive benefit package.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000

Start Date: Negotiable

Job Location: Manassas, VA. (Relocation Assistance Available)

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.