Technical Writer​/Editor

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Bowhead seeks a Technical Writer/Editor to join our team on a part-time basis in Dahlgren, Virginia supporting research and development efforts at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), E Department.

• Provide technical writing and editing support - able to edit technical documentation using proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.
• Perform configuration management of documentation using approved guidelines.
• Provide document librarian-related tasking - managing and maintaining a collection of documents; collecting, classifying, and facilitating access to a vast array of government publications.
• Provide meeting support - scheduling, facilitating, preparing minutes, and recording and tracking action items.
• Understand project management concepts and processes for procurement of supplies and materials.

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in English, Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field of study is preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in technical writing to include editing, formatting, and performing configuration management of documentation using approved guidelines.
• Experience in meeting support to include scheduling, facilitating, preparing minutes, and recording and tracking action items.
• Experience in project management support evaluating if established goals, requirements, and objectives are met.
• Experience related to Gun Weapon Systems and/or Navy programs.
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Tools - Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel; working knowledge of MS Project.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work independently as part of a team and perform tasks with minimal supervision. Able to interact effectively with peers, co‑workers, customers, and leadership.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.