What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer II position at The Tatitlek Corporation?
Overview
**This position is contingent upon Contract Award**
Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
SUMMARY:
The Technical Writer II will work directly with the Government personnel to meet the writing requirements to support the project.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Gathers and translates technical information into concise language and mission specific language and format while maintaining meaning and increasing usability.• Researches and analyzes documents so that they adhere to appropriate style, regulations, format, classification markings, and applicable literature.• Works with writers, analysts, and researchers to improve the general quality and effectiveness of communications, verifies copy with appropriate departments, and will coordinate production and distribution of materials.• Directs and maintains a production list of work in progress, in coordination with the customer’s requests and requirements.• Receives assignments and technical information from a supervisor then takes direction from the customer in coordination with the supervisor.• In coordination with the supervisor, assigns and tracks work in progress for the editorial team.• Researches catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and servicing equipment.• Integrates charts, sketches, drawings, lists, specifications, mockups, and photographs to delineate technology, operating procedures, and production sequence and detail.• Organizes material and completes writing assignments in accordance with set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.• Maintains records and versions and revisions of documents.• Incorporates photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate processes.• Organizes information for publication layouts.• Drafts test plans, test reports, and supplemental information as requested.• Revises or writes material that is mostly standardized for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.• Utilizes notes or manuals containing operating procedures and details.• Observes production, developmental or experimental activities to expand or verify the operating procedures provided and details.• Accesses manufacturers' catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.• Accesses blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.• Assists in laying out material for publication, and arranges for typing, duplication and distribution of material.• Drafts speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases, or specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.• Provides technical editing for test related documentation.• Supports the development of technical documentation (e.g., operations and maintenance manuals, training materials, systems specifications, checklists, procedures, and master task listings.• Develops technical documentation from rough drawings and sketches, incomplete documentation, or documentation in foreign languages.• Performs other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE:
• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or a related field is desired.• At least two (2) years of experience revising or writing material that is mostly standardized for Test Plans, Test Reports, Risk Hazard Assessments, and Safety Procedures.• Strong technical writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear, concise, and accurate technical documents.• Thorough understanding of general document formatting and layout principles (i.e. Word, PDF, and PowerPoint).• Ability to research and synthesize information from various sources.• Familiarity with technical writing style guides and terminology.• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with engineers and other technical staff.• Demonstrated attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness in all documents and adherence to configuration management requirements.• Working knowledge of document configuration management principles and practices, including version control systems (e.g., SharePoint, Git, Subversion) and document management workflows.• Prior experience in a technical writing or editing role within a T&E environment preferred.• Familiarity with document management systems used by the military or government agencies preferred.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is typically performed in a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
May require lifting up to 25 pounds.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:
DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS: As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.