Technical Writer II - Panama City

We are seeking a Technical Writer to join our ranks. You will need to be a US citizen who holds a secret clearance to perform the work.

This work is both high profile and highly complex, so we are looking for problem-solvers that are able to work quickly to provide innovative solutions.

While job-skills are—of course—the thing we look at most. Our tight deadlines mean that this person must also be flexible to jump in when and where needed. Here are some additional specs for the position. If you think you’re the person we’re looking for, please get in touch. We’re excited to learn more about you.

Develops, writes and edits material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instructions books, catalogs and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment. Acts as supervisor to other Technical Writers. Observes production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail. Interviews production and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods. Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of work and revisions. Edits material prepared by other writers or plant personnel. May specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.

If you really want to impress us:

• Tell us about your successes and what you learned from your failures (and don’t worry, we all have those stories).
• Mention your relevant credentials be ready to discuss your other experience with forward-leaning technical programs.
• Let’s talk about how you’ve grown. How do you bring out the best in the people with whom you work? How do you delight your customer?
• Show us you can communicate succinctly and correctly. Are you detail-oriented or are your emails riddled with typos?

Bachelor's level degree in any field plus 5 years of professional technical writing experience.