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Technical Editor/Writer

Nesco Resource, Grand Prairie, TX, United States


Description: Work Schedule: 4/10. Mon-Thur. Location: Grand Prairie, TX

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 subcontractors 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

Working knowledge and proficiency with Extensible Markup Language (XML) and Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) 3-5 years experience

Working knowledge and proficiency with Arbortext and UltraEdit or similar tools 3-5 years experience

Experience and proficiency as a technical writer 3-5 years experience

Working knowledge of MIL-STD-40051, MIL-STD-2361, MIL-PRF-63002 for Modification Work Orders, and MIL-PRF-63033 for Demilitarization 3-5 years experience

Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat (Standard/Professional). 3-5 years experience

Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions. 3-5 years experience

Ability to research and write technical content for maintenance technical manuals including installation, test, repair, and troubleshooting procedures 3-5 years experience

Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by consulting with other disciplines engaged in developing products, observing production methods, referring to engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications. 3-5 years experience

Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development experience 3-5 years experience

Graphics illustration experience and skills using graphics tools such as ISO draw or similar graphics tools 3-5 years experience

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 3-5 years experience

Past experience as MLRS or HIMARS Launcher Operator and/or MLRS Maintenance Technician 3-5 years experience

Proficiency with Pro-E Creo or similar Computer Aided Drafting tools in a 3D environment. 3-5 years experience

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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