Technical Writer II

Position: *Technical Writer II*
Overview

This position is contingent upon Contract Award

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY:

The Technical Writer II will work directly with the Government personnel to meet the writing requirements to support the project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Gathers and translates technical information into concise language and mission specific language and format while maintaining meaning and increasing usability.
• Researches and analyzes documents so that they adhere to appropriate style, regulations, format, classification markings, and applicable literature.
• Works with writers, analysts, and researchers to improve the general quality and effectiveness of communications, verifies copy with appropriate departments, and will coordinate production and distribution of materials.
• Directs and maintains a production list of work in progress, in coordination with the customer's requests and requirements.
• Receives assignments and technical information from a supervisor then takes direction from the customer in coordination with the supervisor.
• In coordination with the supervisor, assigns and tracks work in progress for the editorial team.
• Researches catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and servicing equipment.
• Integrates charts, sketches, drawings, lists, specifications, mockups, and photographs to delineate technology, operating procedures, and production sequence and detail.
• Organizes material and completes writing assignments in accordance with set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Maintains records and versions and revisions of documents.
• Incorporates photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate processes.
• Organizes information for publication layouts.
• Drafts test plans, test reports, and supplemental information as requested.
• Revises or writes material that is mostly standardized for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.
• Utilizes notes or manuals containing operating procedures and details.
• Observes production, developmental or experimental activities to expand or verify the operating procedures provided and details.
• Accesses manufacturers' catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
• Accesses blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
• Assists in laying out material for publication, and arranges for typing, duplication and distribution of material.
• Drafts speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases, or specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.
• Provides technical editing for test related documentation.
• Supports the development of technical documentation (e.g., operations and maintenance manuals, training materials, systems specifications, checklists, procedures, and master task listings.
• Develops technical documentation from rough drawings and sketches, incomplete documentation, or documentation in foreign languages.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE:

* Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or a related field is desired.
• At least two (2) years of experience revising or writing material that is mostly standardized for Test Plans, Test Reports, Risk Hazard Assessments, and Safety Procedures.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear, concise, and accurate technical documents.
• Thorough understanding of general document formatting and layout principles (i.e. Word, PDF, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to research and synthesize information from various sources.
• Familiarity with technical writing style…