What are the responsibilities and job description for the T/A Tech Writing position at General Dynamics Electric Boat?
Overview
There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront-designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.
We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities, your future in shipbuilding starts here. Be part of history in the making – apply today.
In this position, you will research, write, and publish system level and component level technical descriptions and procedures for all submarine classes.
Applicant must be able to work closely and coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, technical illustrators, and department supervision to develop new or revised descriptive chapters, operating procedures, maintenance procedures, and component technical manuals for systems and equipment found onboard nuclear powered submarines.
These technical products will be developed as interactive electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using state of the art electronic publishing software. Attention to detail and product ownership are essential in all phases of the development process to ensure an efficient and successful program.
Applicant must be willing to learn to read and interpret fluid and electrical system diagrams, ship construction drawings, equipment drawings, and vendor equipment operating manuals.
Qualifications
Required:
- Military or submarine operational experience, OR writing experience
- High school diploma or GED
Preferred:
- Professional writing experience
- Technical or writing degree
- Qualified in Submarines
- Experience in electronic publishing (XML, SGML, or equivalent)
Skills
- A successful applicant will be able to show:
- Technically inclined
- Willingness to learn
- A questioning attitude
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Knowledge of submarine mechanical and electrical systems, and submarine equipment operation is preferred