Technical Editor and Writer Job at Belcan in Elkridge

Join to apply for the Technical Editor and Writer role at Belcan Job Description Job Title: Technical Editor and Writer 3 Location: Elkridge, MA Zip Code: 21075 Duration: 18 Months Pay Rate: $40/hr Start Date: Immediate Keywords: #Elkridgejobs; #Writerjobs; Responsibilities Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, test requirement documents (TRDs), user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical information and instructions to a wide range of audiences. Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials. Publish materials in various formats, including page-based, electronic (basic and interactive), structured (HTML, XML, and SGML). Collaborate with task leads, writers, engineers, and instructors, to develop and deliver sensor/system technical manuals to varying levels of detail and delivery formats. Perform Desktop Publishing tasks for program/project reports, whitepapers, articles, and other documents. Research and compile information from program documents, engineering sources, et al. to develop manual outlines and adhere to military/civilian specifications and standards of technical writing. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline or related field or military operations and maintenance experience with radar, communications, electro-optics, networks and information technology-based sensors/systems Expert knowledge with MS Office Products Minimum of 2 years' experience with structured authoring applications, such as: Arbortext, MadCap Flare, or FrameMaker Proven ability to manage several tasks simultaneously Excellent attention to detail Possess and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance Self-starter and engaged team member Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' technical writing experience Knowledge of standard content management strategies Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE 100) Knowledge of standards - XML, SGML, HTML, S1000D and DITA for structured Content Possess and maintain DoD Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Belcan by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Technical Editor” roles. Additional locations and related postings are listed below in the original feed: Silver Spring, MD; Adelphi, MD; Baltimore, MD; Fort Meade, MD; Rockville, MD; Hanover, MD; Columbia, MD; Maryland, United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr