DCGS Technical Writer Senior

GMRE•Robins Air Force Base, GA

About The Position

This position supports the AF DCGS Program at Robins AFB, GA. The Technical Writer (Senior) will have the competencies to apply writing skills and substantial knowledge of the basic principles and specialized vocabulary of appropriate subject-matter fields to enable accurate communication of scientific and technological developments to expert and other interested audiences. The Technical Writer may also apply writing skills and an understanding of the appropriate equipment and systems to the development of specifications showing the characteristics and capabilities or the design and test requirements of equipment and systems; or to the development of training, operating, or maintenance manuals associated with equipment and systems. The Technical Writer, in addition to reporting research findings and agency decisions, will articulate agency policies and explain technical aspects of agency programs to those affected. The materials explain technical information in such a way as to make it clear without sacrificing thoroughness and accuracy. The Technical Writer makes sure materials are consistent with agency policy and with other information presented by the agency, meet the style requirements of the agency and the publication, and are written at an appropriate level for the intended audience. Technical writers typically use desktop publishing hardware to draft, edit, and lay out material and sometimes to design, print, and distribute it. The Technical Writer may manage individual or serial publications from initial conception and content determination through distribution and coordinate the activities of other publishing personnel. Technical writers and technical editors often make final reviews of proposed publications for style, design, layout, and editorial aspects before release. Technical writers prepare original papers, articles, or reports in scientific, technical, or professional fields based on research, interviews with experts and program officials, and sometimes observation of or participation in tests and experiments. They also may prepare manuals for training in or guidance on the operation or maintenance of technical equipment and systems, or specifications for the development or purchase of such equipment and systems. Technical writers use their knowledge of the language and methods used in the specialized field to understand and work with technical information.

Requirements

Technical writing experience within the DoD relative to information and/or business systems environment.
Excellent writing skills and strong command of the English language, including grammar.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work well with other organizations and personnel with disparate backgrounds.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Strong technical, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Experience in MS Office software, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint required, experience in MS Project and MS Access.
Ability to maintain professional appearance.
MA/MS with 12 years programmatic experience with 5 years DoD experience Or
BA/BS with 15 years programmatic experience with 5 years DoD experience Or
Certifications with 20 years programmatic experience with 8 years DoD experience.
Must be able to brief to Tec top government leadership, have excellent written and verbal communication skill sets.
Technical writing experience within the DoD relative to information and/or business systems environment.
Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.
Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.
Do you have the ability to pass a background check to be granted access to the specific working location installation bases to perform work for GMRE?
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Responsibilities

Obtaining, analyzing, and selecting the pertinent information.
Determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative.
Determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, medium, and audience
Writing material.
Consulting on or selecting illustrative material.
Preparing the material for publication.
Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications.
Meet with customer representatives, vendors, system engineers, and PMs to establish technical specifications.
Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples.
Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts.
Ensure document contents follow required formats.
Write clear and concise policies and procedures.
Ensure consistency of wording among multiple documents.
Create table of contents and cite sources.
Submit copies to managers for feedback.
Maintain electronic library or all signed documents and final presentations.
Provide updates and different editions as necessary.