Technical Writer/Editor I

Technical Writer/Editor I

To write, maintain, and prepare technical documents for high frequency active sonar systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Supports project leads by performing the duties of a primary or support writer on multiple projects. This includes writing and maintaining technical user guides, O&M manuals, and other documents in HTML, PDF, and Microsoft Word formats, as well as maintaining assigned GitLab issues.

Participates in testing and verification of sonar components, as needed, in office and field environments to develop and validate technical documentation.

Participates in peer editing and publishing processes.

Participates as a member of the documentation team internal IT working group and supports the management of IT resources, processes, and internal documentation.

Provides photography and videography support to the documentation team, including capturing and editing multimedia content as needed.

Other related functions as assigned.

Bachelor's degree.

At least one year of professional or technical writing/editing experience.

Strong organizational skills and focus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.

Ability to work independently as well as with peers, clients, and management.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

$45,900--$57,342+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Possible weekend, evening and holiday work

Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest