Technical Editor/Writer

Technical Publications Multimedia Engineer

Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences. Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals. Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials.

Specific Job Description: Candidate will perform as a Technical Publications Multimedia Engineer supporting the Precision Fires line of business including MLRS, HIMARS, GMLRS, ATACMS, and PrSM programs. Position requires preparation of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals, other technical publications, Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWRs), Repair Parts and Special Tools Lists (RPSTL) and graphics in accordance with applicable military standard and commercial requirements. Position will also coordinate and support technical meetings with the customer and team members to ensure compliance is met during exchange of documentation between associate and sub-contractors to ensure materials are developed in accordance with all applicable military and commercial requirements. Candidate will also assist with development and populating technical data in the Logistics Management Information (LMI) system compliant with GEIA-STD-0007.

Required Experience:

• At least 3-5 years experience with Extensible Markup Language (XML) and Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML)
• At least 3-5 years experience with Arbortext and UltraEdit or similar tools
• At least 3-5 years experience as a technical writer
• At least 3-5 years experience with MIL-STD-40051, MIL-STD-2361, MIL-PRF-63002 for Modification Work Orders, and MIL-PRF-63033 for Demilitarization
• At least 3-5 years experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat (Standard/Professional)
• At least 3-5 years experience using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions
• At least 3-5 years experience with researching and writing technical content for maintenance technical manuals including installation, test, repair, and troubleshooting procedures
• At least 3-5 years experience acquiring and verifying subject matter content by consulting with other disciplines engaged in developing products, observing production methods, referring to engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications
• At least 3-5 years experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development experience
• At least 3-5 years experience with Graphics illustration experience and skills using graphics tools such as ISOdraw or similar graphics tools
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong technical background
• Ability to quickly learn new software tools and processes
• Must be able to work well in a team environment and work well with various levels of management
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Candidate must be willing to work overtime and travel as needed to support program requirements

Desired Skills:

• Experience leading or supporting Technical Publication Validation and Verification events 3-5 years experience
• Proficiency using Interactive Authoring and Display System (IADS) 4.0 software 3-5 years experience
• Experience working with stylesheets including Extensible Stylesheet Language Formatting Objects (XSL-FO), Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformation (XSLT) and scripting 3-5 years experience
• Working knowledge of Content Management Systems such as WindChill or S1000D Common Source Database 3-5 years experience
• Proficiency with Logistics Management Information (LMI) systems compliant with GEIA-STD-0007 3-5 years experience
• Proficiency with SLIC Wave LMI system 3-5 years experience
• Proficiency with Power Log J LMI system 3-5 years experience
• Experience leading or supporting Logistics Demonstration events 3-5 years experience
• Past military experience
• Past experience as MLRS or HIMARS Launcher Operator and/or MLRS Maintenance Technician
• Proficiency with Pro-E Creo or similar Computer Aided Drafting tools in a 3D environment. 3-5 years experience