Technical Writer (Patriot System, XML/IADS)

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor for the Patriot Missile System to develop hardware and software technical documentation and update MIL-STD 40051 XML in the IADS viewer. You will tag and manage XML data within the Patriot technical manual library and coordinate with the Technical Manual team.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, interpretation of engineering data, and publishing manuals using RTX systems and tools. Onsite work in the United States is expected.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in English, Communication, Education or related major obtained by start date.
• Experience/education with technical writing, interpretation of technical documentation.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
• We Prefer Experience working in a cross-functional team, with a strong ability to communicate effectively within a geographically dispersed team.
• Sound analytical, problem identification, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with XML/SGML/HTML, experience using Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Update technical manual data in MIL-STD 40051 XML
• Create Interactive Active Display Software (IADS) deliverables
• Develop procedures for electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment
• Working with technical illustrator personnel in support of publication effort

Skills

XML/SGML/HTML experience

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office / Adobe Acrobat

Education

Masters degree in English/Communication/Education

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

RTX is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor for the Patriot Missile System to develop hardware and software technical documentation and update MIL-STD 40051 XML in the IADS viewer. You will tag and manage XML data within the Patriot technical manual library and coordinate with the Technical Manual team.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, interpretation of engineering data, and publishing manuals using RTX systems and tools. Onsite work in the United States is expected.