Technical Writer
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Job Location:
Huntsville, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DESE Research Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer to support Department of Defense (DoD) programs by developing updating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation for Army systems. The selected candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team supporting engineering testing logistics and fielded systems ensuring documentation accuracy compliance with military standards and alignment with customer requirements.
This position supports programs involving hardware and software integration system upgrades prototype development and lifecycle sustainment activities for small- and medium-sized Army systems.
Create update and maintain technical documentation including operator manuals maintenance manuals plans procedures and related publications for Department of Defense systems.
Coordinate and conduct peer reviews of draft documentation; address comments and incorporate redlines.
Support formal testing validation and verification events by capturing documentation changes maintaining redlines and coordinating updates with project teams and external stakeholders.
Create edit and manipulate graphics for use in technical documentation using tools such as Microsoft Visio Adobe Acrobat DC Adobe Illustrator or similar applications.
Use 2D engineering drawings to locate parts or components by drawing number part number or find number; extract and adapt graphics for documentation use.
Inspect and operate systems or work alongside technicians to troubleshoot disassemble and reassemble systems in order to develop accurate written procedures.
Document systems and subsystems that may include mechanical electrical electronic hydraulic pneumatic software engine fuel cooling and body components.
Establish and maintain liaison with personnel in other organizations to identify and report issues with newly released data type descriptions or style sheets and track issue resolution.
Develop proficiency with structured document authoring and publishing tools including UltraEdit PTC Arbortext Editor PTC Arbortext Styler and Interactive Authoring and Display Software (IADS).
Communicate effectively with leadership team members and customers to ensure a shared understanding of requirements schedules risks and action items.
Willingly cross-train into other disciplines within the team as required.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in a related field
Three (3) or more years of relevant professional experience
Required Qualifications
Experience creating and updating technical documentation for Department of Defense systems including operator and maintenance manuals.
Experience supporting formal testing validation or verification events including capturing and incorporating redlines and coordinating documentation updates with project teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using XML-based structured authoring and publishing tools including UltraEdit PTC Arbortext Editor PTC Arbortext Styler and IADS.
Experience creating editing and manipulating graphics for technical documentation using Microsoft Visio Adobe Acrobat DC Adobe Illustrator or similar tools.
Familiarity with applicable military standards handbooks and guides including:
MIL-STD-40051
MIL-HDBK-1222
MIL-HDBK-2361
MIL-PRF-63002
MIL-PRF-32216
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Experience using TortoiseSVN or similar tools for configuration management in a distributed multi-user environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel and PowerPoint).
Experience writing user support maintenance or engineering documentation while working on interdisciplinary teams (engineers technicians logisticians testers etc.).
Familiarity with reading and interpreting 2D engineering drawings and tracing components through assemblies.
Technical aptitude or hands-on familiarity with mechanical electrical electronic hydraulic pneumatic and software-based subsystems.
About DESE:
For the past 43 years DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense Energy Space and Environment. As a small family-oriented business DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan competitive salaries and perhaps most importantly the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.
Why employees love working for DESE:
At DESE we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:
Competitive health dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums
Flexible work schedules
Two different flexible spending account options
Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional
Performance bonus program
Education reimbursement program
Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
Vacation Sick & Holiday leave
Robust 401k profit sharing plan
Opportunities for internal promotions
Employee referral incentive program
Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries
Disability Accommodation for Applicants DESE Research Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: or x123.
Key Skills
- Proofreading
- Adobe Acrobat
- Content Management Systems
- Technical Writing
- Visio
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Sharepoint
- XML
- Confluence
- Wiki Systems
- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
About Company
DESE Research, Inc. is a small family-owned business in Huntsville, AL that specializes in the Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment industries. With an emphasis on engineering and defense contracts, DESE has supported Huntsville and the US Government for over 40 years.
