Technical Writer II

Technical Writer II

Technical Writer II
Job # 12875BR
City Charleston
State/Province South Carolina
FT/PT Full Time
Qty 1
Job Description As a fast-track office that routinely develops cradle-to-grave projects on time and within budget, ARINC Charleston has a proven track record of delivering leading-edge technology to the war fighter. Our team provides comprehensive engineering services and unique project support for U.S. Government entities around the world, and our expertise is built on meeting the tough operational challenges of our customers, from stand-alone, customized command and control centers to comprehensive modernization of air station and en route air traffic control equipment.

ARINC's Charleston, SC location is looking for a Technical Writer/Editor to support our Defense Systems Engineering & Support Division. Specifically Air Force Technical Order development for a new communications facility.

This position will:

- Be responsible for developing reviewing, editing, formatting and tracking technical documents
- Maintain and support the work process flow and schedules for document development
- Ensure standardized appropriate formatting in accordance with established guidelines
- Assist with ARINC proposal Statement of Work (SOW) and work packages
Qualifications Required Experience:

- Minimum of 4 years of experience writing technical documentation
- Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) technical documentation, preparation, procedures, and guidelines
- Ability to grasp technical concepts and applications with the ability to translate clearly and concisely
- Able to demonstrate the ability to compose and/or revise technical documentation using applicable guidelines/instructions, with little or no outside assistance
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Desired Experience:
- 5 years developing Air Force documents including Technical and Operator manuals.
- Experience in using Windows publishing software tools such as FrameMaker
- Well developed knowledge and skills in technical editing techniques and software.
- Excellent command of the English language
- Previous experience working with similar technical information
- Well developed understanding and knowledge of government, industry, and corporate documentation standards
- Well developed skills with Windows software applications

Education or Certification Requirements:

- BS/BA degree or equivalent
Amount of Travel Required for Position 0%-25%