What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer/IETM Developer position at SEACORP?
SEACORP is seeking a well-qualified Technical Writer/IETM Developer.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Job Summary : SEACORP is currently looking for a Technical Writer. Under the Combat Systems Business Area, the Technical Writer will have a part in the development and integration of cutting-edge combat, command and control systems for U.S Navy platforms. The successful candidate will write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as Integrated Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) in XML format, process documentation, technical reports, user guides, and procedures. The candidate will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), research and analyze available literature and specifications.
Job Responsibilities:
Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent military experience.
Experience : AN/BYG1 Combat Control System and/or Common Infrastructure Services (CIS) operation and maintenance desired.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Location: Manassas, VA
Travel: Infrequently (<3 annually)
Clearance: Secret
Work Environment & Physical Demands: Office & Computer Laboratories - Sitting, standing, extended periods of time using a mouse and keyboard and viewing computer screens. Infrequent lifting of <40lbs. Movement between points within the same office or between buildings. Work is performed in generally consistent environmental conditions with some seasonality for temperature differences and lighting.
Successful candidates will enjoy competitive wages and a very rich benefit program, including:
SEACORP is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. SEACORP strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Job Summary : SEACORP is currently looking for a Technical Writer. Under the Combat Systems Business Area, the Technical Writer will have a part in the development and integration of cutting-edge combat, command and control systems for U.S Navy platforms. The successful candidate will write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as Integrated Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) in XML format, process documentation, technical reports, user guides, and procedures. The candidate will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), research and analyze available literature and specifications.
Job Responsibilities:
- Verifies technical data with appropriate engineers.
- Develop technical data structured into data modules, publication modules and information control number structured graphics in accordance with the S1000D specification.
- Design new technical documentation based on existing standards and templates, OR create new standards and templates where absent.
- Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate functional and operations information, operating and maintenance procedure, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Review published materials and recommended revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction.
- Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers.
- Participate in project meetings and meet deadlines with the support of the team lead.
- May coordinate production and distribution of materials.
Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent military experience.
Experience : AN/BYG1 Combat Control System and/or Common Infrastructure Services (CIS) operation and maintenance desired.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- IETM development, using XML content management database applications.
- Desktop publishing software to automate authoring and publishing processes for technical documentation (e.g. PTC Arbortext, XML Spy, etc.)
- Graphics development software (GIMP. Adobe Design, etc.)
- Experience with Jira and Sharepoint a plus.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team, including virtual teams when required.
- Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance required.
Location: Manassas, VA
Travel: Infrequently (<3 annually)
Clearance: Secret
Work Environment & Physical Demands: Office & Computer Laboratories - Sitting, standing, extended periods of time using a mouse and keyboard and viewing computer screens. Infrequent lifting of <40lbs. Movement between points within the same office or between buildings. Work is performed in generally consistent environmental conditions with some seasonality for temperature differences and lighting.
Successful candidates will enjoy competitive wages and a very rich benefit program, including:
- Medical Benefits: Choice of two medical insurance programs through Blue Cross & Blue Shield.
- Dental Benefits: A best in class Dental Insurance Plan through Delta Dental.
- Vision Benefits: An excellent Vision Benefit providing discounts and allowances for prescription glasses and contact lenses.
- Retirement Benefits: A qualified 401(k) Retirement Savings Account with a generous employer matching contribution up to 8% of your eligible compensation.
- Life Insurance Benefits: Employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance equal to your annual salary. Supplemental coverage is available for you and qualified family members as well as Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Additional Benefits: Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year (including 2 floating Holidays), a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program; Tuition Reimbursement, and Referral Bonuses.
SEACORP is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. SEACORP strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.