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Junior Technical Writer

Command Holdings, a Pequot Company · Scott Air Force Base, IL, USA ·

Pay:
$48,000-$60,000/yr
Job type:
Contract

Junior Technical Writer

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is currently seeking a Junior Technical Writer to support the Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) on Scott Air Force Base, IL.
This position reviews content of technical documentation for quality and performs edits on technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions as needed ensuring the documents follow the style laid out in the contract requirements. The Junior Technical Writer also delivers required CDRLs to the customer at appropriate times.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Tracking and scheduling timelines for the development teams.
Modifying and publishing user manuals.
Tracking documentation calendar within SharePoint.
Cross checking and tagging all changing documentation for a build.
Providing any out-of-cycle documents to the customer, troubleshooting documents, reviewing documentation for the GATES team.
Providing documentation oversight that includes updating documents to required format, initializing reviews of project documents and quality checking all necessary documents.
Performing edits on technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions as needed.
Ensuring documents follow the style laid out in contract requirements.
Delivering required CDRLs to the customer at appropriate times.
Providing front office support when needed which includes answering the phone or greeting individuals when receptionist is not available.
Assisting in setting up and scheduling team meetings, memo preparation, and serving as a customer/client liaison.
This position is contingent upon vacancy.
Anticipated salary range: $48,000 - $60,000
Work Environment:
Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and/or occasional loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
Physical Demands:
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel:
0-10% / Minimal travel.
CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.
Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.
CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.
CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.
CeLeen's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
1 or more years of relevant experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Please visit the link for FAQs: Investigations & Clearance Process.
Experience using and customizing advanced formatting features in Microsoft Word such as style templates, spelling and grammar check, and track changes.
Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
Professional proficiency in English is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Current, active Secret security clearance.
Experience as a technical writer.
Experience with the Global Air Transportation Execution System GATES software program.
Experience supporting a USTRANSCOM client.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Eligibility requirements apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.