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Assists with the development of various documentation products in support of assigned program/project system. Collaborates with appropriate team members to develop required documentation materials (end-user manuals, technical documents, graphics, etc.). Ensures all developed materials adhere to established styles and standards.
Assists with the development of various documentation products in support of assigned program/project system. Collaborates with appropriate team members to develop required documentation materials (end-user manuals, technical documents, graphics, etc.). Ensures all developed materials adhere to established styles and standards.
- Works with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop technically-accurate documentation products for system end-users.
- Understands and applies overarching policy requirements to ensure that all documentation products comply with these requirements.
- Uses graphics (photographs, drawings, diagrams, etc.) that increase the end users' understanding of the Customer/program system.
- Translates development requirements into required documentation changes.
- Proofs documentation to detect and correct errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, and established styles and standards.
- Understands and applies as necessary all relevant styles and standards for developing documentation materials.
- Assists in peer reviews of all documentation materials created by other team members.
- Analyzes requirements of project to determine scope of work and required documentation products.
- Supports and adheres to CMMI level 3 standards and processes as it relates to technical documentation.
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2 years of working with technical documentation with experience in creating end-user documentation
- CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS A CURRENT SECRET CLEARANCE
- Excellent understanding of English grammar.
- Knowledge of desktop publication tools from Adobe and Microsoft.
- Strong editing skills.
- Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)
- Ability to understand and articulate technical requirements and translate their requirements into technical documentation.
- Ability to balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and communicate progress against schedule.
- Ability to express ideas and thoughts in a clear and concise manner.
- Capable of learning various computer applications and systems related to the documentation materials.
