TECHNICAL WRITER III

Mikel; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MIKEL is seeking a former or current US Navy Fire Control Technician (FT) to provide SME for Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) content development, BYG-1 modernization, and in-service IETM and Ready Reference Manual materials.

The candidate will coordinate with engineering, systems integration, and program management to gather data, write and edit manuals, ensure S1000D compliance, and deliver accurate documentation to support naval submarine operations; DoD clearance required and Newport, RI

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, English, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in technical writing or ILS.
• Active DoD secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and manage technical documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, systems integration, and project management to gather technical data.
• Review, validate, and provide detailed feedback on technical manual content, structure and accuracy.
• Create and adjudicate TMDERs based on review findings.
• Monitor and support key delivery milestones.

Skills

US Navy Submarine operations

S1000D standards

Technical manual structure

Written and verbal communication

Collaborative teams

Detail-oriented

Active DoD secret clearance

JIRA

Arbortext FrameMaker

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, English, Graphic Design, or related field

2+ years of relevant work experience

Tools

PTC Arbortext

Adobe FrameMaker

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

JIRA

Job description

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TECHNICAL WRITER III

Full Time Professional Middletown, RI, US

MIKEL invests in people and technology - empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.

Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Position Title: BYG-1 IETM Technical Writer

Position Summary:

MIKEL is seeking a former or current US Navy Fire Control Technician (FT)to provide subject matter expertise (SME) for Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) product development. The SME will serve as the system expert for the source development of BYG-1 modernization and in-service Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) and Ready Reference Manual (RRM) content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and manage technical documentation
• Coordinate with engineering, systems integration, and project management teams to gather technical data
• Review, validate, and provide detailed feedback on technical manual content, structure, and accuracy
• Create and adjudicate Technical Manual Deficiency Evaluation Reports (TMDERs) based on review findings
• Monitor and support key delivery milestones

Qualifications:

• Understanding of US Navy Submarine operations
• Clear understanding of technical manual structure and in-depth knowledge of S1000D technical manual standards and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in collaborative technical teams
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple documentation deliverables in a dynamic technical environment
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, English, Graphic Design, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
• Active DoD secret security clearance

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Former or current US Navy Fire Control Technician
• Attended BYG-1 factory training at Naval Undersea Warface Center (NUWC)
• Extensive experience with multiple Submarine BYG-1 combat control systems operations and maintenance
• Expertise with desktop publishing software such as PTC Arbortext and Adobe Frame Maker
• Expertise with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Proficiency with Agile practices
• Proficiency with JIRA

Work Location:Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Newport, RI

MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.

Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

MIKEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.