Technical Writer

Company: USPRO
Location: Nashua
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Engineering Technical Writer (Military - Electronic Systems - Active SECRET Clearance)Nashua, NH areaOverview:USPRO is looking for a proven resource to work with a defense client of ours in the Nashua, New Hampshire area. This individual will be responsible for creating templates, gathering, organizing, editing and writing project-specific technical materials for purposes of authoring and producing technical documentation for military electronic systems. Employment type:--Contract Duration:--6+ monthsHours: 1st ShiftResponsibilities:* Provide professional-level expertise to assist in preparing, reviewing, revising and maintaining engineering related documents for a mission-critical program.* Requires heavy interface with program and technical staff.* Responsible for the creation of technical specifications, reports, test procedures, spreadsheets, as well as project or engineering presentations. * Duties include gathering and organizing technical information, preparing text and tools, and coordinating layout for print or electronic publication. * Analyzes user information requirements including understanding the user experience in relation to company products. * Responsible for assisting and preparing requirements documentation, engineering documentation, technical publications, and programmatic/technical presentation materials.Qualifications:* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.* Must have 5+ years of related work experience creating and modifying Engineering technical documentation and/or tech manuals.* Requires proven proficiency using Microsoft Office-based products (especially Word and PowerPoint). Also requires acumen with Adobe Acrobat PDF and Visio SW.* Must be able to gather technical information, maintain an internal documentation library, and work with developers to produce professional-quality documents and materials assuring proper document configuration control is in-place. * Must be able to prepare reports and briefings, coordinate layout and design of documentation, provide graphic and illustration expertise, interpret engineering drawings and operational procedures, and write technical copy for engineering documentation.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as strong editorial and proofreading skills and an eye for detail.Additional Notes:* Must have an ACTIVE Secret-level clearance with an ability to obtain SCI and program clearances.

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