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L3Harris Technical Writer in Seattle, Washington
Description:
Job Title: Assoc, Technical Writer
Job Code: TWSB
Job Location: Keyport, WA
Job Description: The Technical Writer is responsible for creating, developing, planning, writing and editing operation, instructional, maintenance or test procedures for paper, multimedia or web-based publications. Must research and translate technical information into manuals and/or web-based documents for non-technical and technical users. The technical writer produces products that conform to the company documentation and quality assurance standards.
Essential Functions:
Work as part of a distributed team that involving the creation, editing and quality checking of operator manuals, service manuals, instructional materials and procedures for software systems.
Obtains data from review of documentation, drawings, schematics and reports, consultation with technical staff members and/or independent observation by using the product.
Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
Interfaces with respective in-house System and government SMEs. Excellent communications and presentation skills required.
Works under general supervision. May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area.
Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree or equivalent military / DOD experience
Must be able to work well with colleagues, internal customers, and external customers
Must be able to work within defined budgets and meet schedule deadlines
Strong computer skills with solid understanding of MS Office Suite and applications (specifically: Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and Visio experience)
Knowledge of HTML/XML
Preferred Additional Skills:
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Military (Navy) instructor experience preferred
Familiarity with Navy operations and/or acquisition processes
Understanding of U.S. Navy ASW, USW, MIW, and/or IW C2, platforms, capabilities, sensors, and CONOPS