Technical Writer (On-Site)

About the position

The Technical Writer will be responsible for developing technical documentation on matters relating to Aviation Command and Control projects and performing in a team environment working closely with engineers, engineering technicians, and other technical writers. The role involves coordinating the production of technical documents with contractor and Government project engineers and management. The technical documents will incorporate AutoCAD drawings, digital photographs, and scanned pictures into a Microsoft Word document. The Technical Writer will be required to perform independent technical research as required and communicate with various sources to complete the technical document. Additionally, the Technical Writer is responsible for tracking the technical document review drafts and will oversee the final production of the technical documents in accordance with the project deadlines. Attendance at technical document in-progress review (IPR) meetings is also required.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical documentation on Aviation Command and Control projects.
• Coordinate the production of technical documents with contractor and Government project engineers and management.
• Incorporate AutoCAD drawings, digital photographs, and scanned pictures into Microsoft Word documents.
• Perform independent technical research as required.
• Communicate with various sources to complete the technical document.
• Track technical document review drafts.
• Oversee the final production of technical documents in accordance with project deadlines.
• Attend technical document in-progress review (IPR) meetings.

Requirements

• Experience ranging from two (2) to fifteen (15) years in the Aviation Command and Control or related field.
• Experience in writing/editing technical documentation, procedures, and guidelines for C5ISR systems or equipment.
• Familiarity with technical documentation written in accordance with The Chicago Manual of Style.
• Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) experience is strongly preferred.
• Active security clearance is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in technical writing, journalism, communications, or related field.