Technical EditorWriter (Defense Aerospace)

Technical Editor/Writer Grand Prairie TX (Onsite only)

Shift: 4/10 schedule 1^st shift

Pay Rate: $40-$50.60/Hr. on W2

Writes rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals user manuals programming manuals service manuals operational specifications and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences. Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers observing performance of production methods referring to technical specifications blueprints engineering illustrations and trade journals. Oversees preparation of illustrative materials selecting drawings sketches diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials.

Specific Job Description:
Candidate will perform as a Technical Publications Multimedia Engineer supporting the Precision Fires line of business including MLRS HIMARS GMLRS ATACMS and PrSM programs. Position requires preparation of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals other technical publications Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWRs) Repair Parts and Special Tools Lists (RPSTL) and graphics in accordance with applicable military standard and commercial requirements. Position will also coordinate and support technical meetings with the customer and team members to ensure compliance is met during exchange of documentation between associate and sub-contractors to ensure materials are developed in accordance with all applicable military and commercial requirements. Candidate will also assist with development and populating technical data in the Logistics Management Information (LMI) system compliant with GEIA-STD-0007.

Required Experience:
Working knowledge and proficiency with Extensible Markup Language (XML) and Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) 3-5 years experience
Working knowledge and proficiency with Arbortext and UltraEdit or similar tools 3-5 years experience
Experience and proficiency as a technical writer 3-5 years experience
Working knowledge of MIL-STD-40051 MIL-STD-2361 MIL-PRF-63002 for Modification Work Orders and MIL-PRF-63033 for Demilitarization 3-5 years experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word Excel Project PowerPoint SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat (Standard/Professional). 3-5 years experience
Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions. 3-5 years experience
Ability to research and write technical content for maintenance technical manuals including installation test repair and troubleshooting procedures 3-5 years experience
Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by consulting with other disciplines engaged in developing products observing production methods referring to engineering drawings notes manuals and similar publications. 3-5 years experience
Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development experience 3-5 years experience
Graphics illustration experience and skills using graphics tools such as ISO draw or similar graphics tools 3-5 years experience
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
Candidate must be willing to work overtime and travel as needed to support program requirements

Desired Skills
Experience leading or supporting Technical Publication Validation and Verification events 3-5 years experience
Proficiency using Interactive Authoring and Display System (IADS) 4.0 software 3-5 years experience
Experience working with stylesheets including Extensible Stylesheet Language Formatting Objects (XSL-FO) Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformation (XSLT) and scripting 3-5 years experience
Working knowledge of Content Management Systems such as WindChill or S1000D Common Source Database 3-5 years experience
Proficiency with Logistics Management Information (LMI) systems compliant with GEIA-STDyears experience
Proficiency with SLIC Wave LMI system 3-5 years experience
Proficiency with Power Log J LMI system 3-5 years experience
Experience leading or supporting Logistics Demonstration events 3-5 years experience
Past military experience 3-5 years experience
Past experience as MLRS or HIMARS Launcher Operator and/or MLRS Maintenance Technician 3-5 years experience
Proficiency with Pro-E Creo or similar Computer Aided Drafting tools in a 3D environment. 3-5 years experience

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