Technical Writer

Description

The company is a contractor supporting the Joint Navigation Warfare Center (JNWC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, the DoD's center of excellence for navigation warfare (NAVWAR) and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) capability integration.

This is a full-time technical writer role on a team that keeps engineering documentation accurate and usable. Your work supports NAVWAR operations, including the assurance and protection of PNT information through coordinated space, cyberspace, and electronic warfare activity.

The role requires an active SECRET clearance at the time you start.

Responsibilities

• Write technical articles, reports, brochures, and manuals for a range of audiences.
• Combine graphics, text, and other media into presentations and publications.
• Manage the production process so materials are finished on time and to a good standard.
• Proofread and edit correspondence, documents, memos, presentations, and publications against DoD standards for spelling, grammar, and style.
• Help content providers choose the right medium and format for their material.
• Oversee illustrative materials, including drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts, and review them for quality.
• Produce, proofread, edit, and format technical documents such as design specifications, manuals, online help, procedures, plans, and proposals.
• Adapt content for print, scripted voice, email, websites, and other electronic channels.
• Gather information, interview subject matter experts, and research topics so technical material is clear and concise.

Requirements

• Hold a current SECRET clearance.
• Hold a bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in English, communications, journalism, computer science, web design, engineering, or a related field.
• Have 3 to 7 years of relevant experience. Several levels are open.
• Preferred: prior editing experience with the Department of Defense (DoD) or another government agency.
• Preferred: Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), Certified Technical Professional (CTP), or an equivalent certification.

Conditions

Travel is up to 25%, including travel outside the continental US that is classed as hazardous.

Salary depends on factors such as location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, prior experience, specific skills, education, and certifications.

The proposed salary range is $58,500 to $122,800.

The company offers flexible working arrangements to help you balance work with your personal life.

Equal opportunity applies to all candidates.

Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• A flexible time off benefit that lets you take the time you need.
• Access to learning resources for building your career.
• Competitive compensation and learning and development opportunities.