Technical Writer III
Phase2 Technology, Austin, TX, United States
Job Posting Title:
Technical Writer III
Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Purpose Write, maintain, and prepare technical documents for high frequency active sonar systems deployed for the U.S. Navy. Responsible for researching, writing, and editing technical reports, manuals, operating procedures, and other materials. Determines format, supporting graphics, photography, and videography for technical publications. Consults with technical content specialists for accuracy. Creates, updates, and revises current inventory of publications and other training materials.
Responsibilities
Write and maintain HTML & PDF user guides, maintenance manuals, and troubleshooting materials to support system operations and data analysis.
Compile and publish client-level documentation, such as support plans, employment guides, and system description documents.
Develop source material in support of Navy training needs.
Prepare reports of test event details and performance results.
Participate in the testing and verification of sonar components as needed — both in an office and in fielded locations — and prepare reports of results.
Participate in peer editing and publishing processes.
May capture and edit still photos and video artifacts.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in English, technical writing, communications, or similar field.
Three years of professional or technical writing/editing experience.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with writing/publishing documentation for government/defense customers.
Knowledge of authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
Experience writing single-sourced documentation for PDF and HTML outputs.
Understanding or familiarity with Linux, wikis, Markdown, HTML, CSS, CAD, and revision control tools.
Demonstrated knowledge or ability to produce software, hardware, or technical documentation.
Experience writing hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operations content.
Experience writing user guides and/or operating procedures.
Experience creating, maintaining, or adhering to an internal style guide.
Demonstrated knowledge or ability to express and present key principles.
Strong organizational skills and focus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with peers, clients, and management.
Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.
General Notes An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.
Benefits
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Salary Range $58,000-$64,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Some weekend, evening and holiday work
Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Applicants must submit a resume and all required materials (resume, references, letter of interest) with the application. Current university employees or contingent workers should apply via Workday. Non‑current applicants should upload the required documents as instructed on the application portal.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Technical Writer III
Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Purpose Write, maintain, and prepare technical documents for high frequency active sonar systems deployed for the U.S. Navy. Responsible for researching, writing, and editing technical reports, manuals, operating procedures, and other materials. Determines format, supporting graphics, photography, and videography for technical publications. Consults with technical content specialists for accuracy. Creates, updates, and revises current inventory of publications and other training materials.
Responsibilities
Write and maintain HTML & PDF user guides, maintenance manuals, and troubleshooting materials to support system operations and data analysis.
Compile and publish client-level documentation, such as support plans, employment guides, and system description documents.
Develop source material in support of Navy training needs.
Prepare reports of test event details and performance results.
Participate in the testing and verification of sonar components as needed — both in an office and in fielded locations — and prepare reports of results.
Participate in peer editing and publishing processes.
May capture and edit still photos and video artifacts.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in English, technical writing, communications, or similar field.
Three years of professional or technical writing/editing experience.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with writing/publishing documentation for government/defense customers.
Knowledge of authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
Experience writing single-sourced documentation for PDF and HTML outputs.
Understanding or familiarity with Linux, wikis, Markdown, HTML, CSS, CAD, and revision control tools.
Demonstrated knowledge or ability to produce software, hardware, or technical documentation.
Experience writing hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operations content.
Experience writing user guides and/or operating procedures.
Experience creating, maintaining, or adhering to an internal style guide.
Demonstrated knowledge or ability to express and present key principles.
Strong organizational skills and focus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with peers, clients, and management.
Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.
General Notes An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.
Benefits
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Salary Range $58,000-$64,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Some weekend, evening and holiday work
Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Applicants must submit a resume and all required materials (resume, references, letter of interest) with the application. Current university employees or contingent workers should apply via Workday. Non‑current applicants should upload the required documents as instructed on the application portal.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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