Technical Writer

NARRATIVE JOB SUMMARY

Write and revise military technical manuals and training materials on advanced military equipment, in support of Aerostat programs. Must have ArborText and xml experience and have written to MIL standards.

Major Work Responsibilities

• Write and revise technical manuals IAW MIL-STD-40051-2C using Arbortext software.
• Complete form DA form 2028 and implement changes to TM.
• Verify procedures and content of training presentations correspond to technical manuals.
• Assist with management of policies and procedures for the operations of testing and training environments.
• Help plan the efficient use of time and assets required to accomplish various assigned projects.
• Confer with engineering, technical, manufacturing, or field support personnel.
• Provide information to customers, supervisors, and co-workers by telephone, e‑mail, web-based meetings, and in person.
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic format.
• Evaluate Information to determine compliance with standards.

Supporting Work Responsibilities

• Review engineering specifications and design review documents
• Read engineering drawings.
• Review Field Modification Procedures for implementation to TMs.
• Review and evaluate previously existing training materials.
• Ensure correct grammar, punctuation, voice, and spelling in all company correspondence as required by senior management.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EXPECTED CORE COMPETENCIES

• 5 years of technical writing experience is required.
• General working knowledge of computers, computer systems, and office equipment to enable the effective execution of work is required.
• Arbortext and XML format experience strongly preferred, but not required. Candidates without experience must be willing and able to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word is required.
• Proficiency with other Microsoft Office Suite products such as Power Point, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Project is required.
• Working knowledge of graphics tools such as Adobe Creative Suite a plus.
• Data Analysis experience is preferred.
• Ability to consistently update skills and use relevant knowledge to keep up-to-date technically and apply it to your job.
• Ability to use technical information in operation and maintenance activities.
• Ability to use the latest information in the field of training techniques and technologies.

WORKER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge

English Language ­– Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words and the rules of composition and grammar.

• Computers ­– Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications and operating systems.
• Electronics and Electrical Systems ­– Where applicable, knowledge of electrical equipment to include, but not limited to, power generation and distribution systems; fiber-optic communications; electronic command, control, and communications systems; logic circuits; and electronic test and measurement.
• Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Systems ­– Where applicable, knowledge of classical mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid power systems, electric motors, diesel engines, closed hydraulic systems, test and measurement equipment, and mechanical repair procedures.
• Lighter-Than-Air (LTA) Flight ­– Where applicable, knowledge of the basic principles of buoyancy and LTA flight, weather and its effects on LTA vehicles, and experience operating an LTA vehicle.
• Communications and Media ­– Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods to include alternative ways to inform via written, oral, and visual media.

Skills

• Writing ­– Effective communication in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Reading Comprehension ­– Complete understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Understanding and identification of gaps in information or logic presented in written text.
• Active Listening ­– Full attention to what other people say, taking time to understand the points made, without interrupting inappropriately.
• Speaking ­– Professional oral communication to convey information effectively and ask to questions/respond as appropriate.
• Critical Thinking ­– The use of logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring ­– Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Abilities

• Written Comprehension ­– The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Written Expression ­– The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Near Vision ­– The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Comprehension ­– The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral Expression ­– The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Deductive Reasoning ­– The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Information Ordering ­– The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Problem Sensitivity ­– The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

U.S. Government background investigation is required.

Elevated Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.