Technical Editor/Writer

Description
Writes, in clear and concise language, such technical documents as procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications concerned with installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment. Includes writing such technical documentation as operational specifications, bulletins, articles, and marketing publications. Acquires or verifies knowledge of subject by interviewing workers engaged in developing new products and services or in making improvements, observing performance of experiments and methods of production, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings and notes, trade and engineering journals, rewrites of articles, bulletins, manuals, or similar publications.

Specific Job Description
The candidate will be a member of the Client MFC Logistics and Sustainment Engineer (LSE) Branch, Technical Publication and Training team supporting the Sniper program in Orlando, FL.

Responsibilities

Write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively.

Acquire subject knowledge by interviewing product developers and engineers, observing performance of production methods, and referring to technical specifications, modification kits, blueprints, engineering illustrations, schematics, and trade journals.

Oversee preparation of illustrative materials and Illustrated Parts Breakdown material, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts.

Conduct and participate in project team meetings and meet deadlines as determined by project schedule.

Conduct quality review of materials.

Occasional domestic travel may be required.

Required Experience

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 4-6 years of professional experience; or 2-4 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.

Ability to acquire and verify highly technical subject matter content by interviewing engineers and other technical experts, observing production methods or other demonstrations, and reviewing technical specifications, modification kits, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications.

Ability to discretely plan writing, editing and process reviews (both formal and informal) tasks required to complete project.

Ability to manage project technical writing work from book plan/outline creation through on-time delivery.

Demonstrate strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Demonstrate ability and experience in working effectively with teams, including virtual teams, but also independently or with minimal supervision.

Demonstrate ability and experience in meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Demonstrate experience in using and applying clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions.

Ability to write highly technical content for procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications that describes the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment.

Highly proficient in XML authoring.

Highly proficient with MS Office, MS Word and Acrobat Authoring Tools.

Must be able to obtain Secret Clearance.

Desired Skills

Product Life Cycle knowledge.

Proficient in Excel.

Supply Chain background.

Familiarity with NAVY regulations and NAVY Supply Chain.

Ability to work in a cross-functional IPT environment.

Knowledge of Fixed Wing platforms.

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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