Acara Solutions is looking for a Technical Editor/Writer our client located in Huntsville, AL

• The candidate will be a member of the Technical Publications team supporting Rotary and Mission System programs
• Write, rewrite and edit technical documents such as Integrated Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Repair Parts and Special Tools Lists (RPSTL); Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPB) and Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC) to a wide range of audiences.
• Acquire subject knowledge by referring to technical specifications, mod kits, blueprints, engineering illustrations, schematics, Sound-Offs (SO) and Publication Change Requests (PCR).
• Participate in project team meetings and meet deadlines with support of team lead.

Pay and Benefits:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a maintenance Military Occupational Specialty (MOS).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as Technical Editor/Writer

• Master's Degree
• Experience authoring to military standards, especially 40051-2C and S1000D.
• Experience with XML authoring tools, such as Arbortext.
• Experience with logistics database software such as SLICwave, Eagle or PowerLOGJ
• Interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team, including virtual teams, as required.
• Ability to author technical content for RPSTLs, IPBs, IPCs and understand content for rotary wing aircraft.
• Ability to author technical content that adheres standards, style guidance, contract requirements, and using clear and concise language.
• Ability to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Detail oriented.
• Familiar with structured authoring and XML authoring tools Such as Arbortext, Ultra Edit and Beyond Compare.
• Familiar with logistics database software such as SLICwave, Eagle or PowerLOGJ.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a “U.S. Person”, as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.