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divh2Technical Writer/Editor/h2pTCS GOVCON (TCS) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business located in Bedford, Indiana. We have been a trusted defense contractor supporting our industry and government partners for over 14 years, offering a wide variety of logistics, programmatic, and engineering support services. We pride ourselves on a strong commitment to our clients and a focus on quality and reliability in everything we do. Additionally, we are dedicated to the growth and development of our employees, providing opportunities for advancement and professional growth./ppWe are seeking a skilled Technical Writer/Editor to research, write, edit, and proofread technical data for documents such as manuals, procedures, and specifications. This role ensures that technical documentation is accurate, complete, and meets editorial and government specifications, adhering to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format, and style./ph3Essential Functions/h3ulliResearch, write, edit, and proofread technical data for use in documents or sections of documents such as manuals, procedures, and specifications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment./liliEnsure technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications, and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format, and style./liliDevelop high-quality documentation with minimal guidance that is coherent and easy to follow, complying with corresponding standards, style guides, and directives to meet customer and end-user needs. Documentation includes, but is not limited to, technical manuals and ordnance directives./liliManipulate graphics, charts, diagrams, etc., to be included in documentation./liliEdit and review rough drafts for format, clarity, and adherence to editorial and government specifications./liliRoute documents through the chain of command to final signature in a timely fashion while maintaining a record of movement between offices and organizations./liliCommunicate obstacles or issues to leadership immediately./liliInterface with technical writers, multimedia personnel, ISEAs, customers, and experienced government teams./liliPerform clerical/administrative duties as assigned./li/ulh3Experience and Skills/h3ulliMinimum of 4 years of experience in technical writing/editing. Experience with writing or editing military manuals preferred./liliBachelors Degree from an accredited university preferred. Experience can be substituted for education./liliKnowledge of proper English grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation rules to identify errors and make corrections as errors are encountered./liliProficient in desktop publishing with abilities to create and update tables, manipulate graphics and drawings, create and update flow charts, and format/layout text./liliProficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio./liliFamiliarity with the SECNAV Correspondence Manual and the Government Printing Office (GPO) Style Guide preferred./liliExcellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills to work with clients, team members, and management staff, including both DoD civilian, uniformed military, and contractor personnel./liliAbility to review and analyze others writing in a constructive manner./li/ulh3Desired Qualifications/h3ulliFlexibility to cope with dynamic, high-pressure environments and short-fused or rapidly changing deadlines and prioritization./liliAbility to effectively work both independently and as a collaborative team member./liliAnalytical problem solver with high attention to detail./liliMust be organized and process-oriented./li/ulpNo regular travel is expected for this position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs./ph3Benefits/h3ulliComprehensive health benefits, including life, health, dental, vision, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) coverage for eligible employees and family members./lili401(K) Plan with company match./lili12 paid holidays./liliPaid time off (PTO)./liliCompetitive salaries./li/ul/div