Technical Writer/Editor

- Entry Level

Dahlgren, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Bowhead seeks a Technical Writer/Editor to join our team at NSWCD Dahlgren, VA.

Responsibilities

• Research approved technical data and technical data products to develop Branch Level delivery documentation utilizing a variety of publishing software and electronic media systems.
• Write, edit and proofread technical data for use in documents such as Technical/Letter Data Packages, Mission Readiness Assessments, and Combat System Certification Panel Briefing materials, manuals, procedures and specifications.
• Develop templates for new publications driving consistency throughout the various manuals and documents.
• Technical editing, document change management, to ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and Navy specifications.
• Understand and apply technical writing principals, concepts, practices and standards.
• Edit presentations utilizing Microsoft Power Point.
• Develop and revise existing corporate (Branch) documentation.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BA in English or Communications highly preferred.
• Two plus (2+) years relevant experience.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.