Publications Development Specialist II

Calista Corporation • Huntsville, AL

102d

About The Position

The position of Publications Development Specialist II provides direct support of the Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Department by developing, reviewing, and providing feedback on technical content for technical publications including instruction manuals, procedural information, illustrations, and all other source documentation required to effectively communicate complex technical information into reproducible technical publications.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree and a minimum of 7 years of task related experience.
• Working knowledge of MIL-PRF-63002, MIL-PRF-63029, MIL-STD-40051, MIL-HDBK-1222, and MIL-STD-2361 standards.
• Developed computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; proficient in Extensible Markup Language (XML) software.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to accurately interpret and convey in-depth processes and procedures to supervisors, co-workers, and personnel outside the department.
• Professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
• Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas with limited information in high stress situations and environments.
• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
• Must be able to communicate issues to management and regulatory agencies.
• Working understanding of corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to company’s goals.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, models, and/or CAD files; this shall include mechanical and electrical files.

Nice To Haves

• 4+ years of previous aviation maintenance experience on rotary and/or fixed wing platforms.
• Knowledgeable in the use of at least one of the following Extensible Markup Language (XML) software: Arbor Text, Ultra-Edit, or Adobe FrameMaker.
• Experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) development.
• A fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.
• Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop required technical content for various technical publications including installation manuals, maintenance manuals, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of all publication changes and source documentation and be able to provide metrics to management.
• Perform reviews and provide feedback of developed technical publications and associated source materials in accordance with current source materials provided to develop the publications.
• Edit existing source files into technical illustrations for use in applicable technical publications.
• Conduct training for junior department personnel in qualified areas of publications development and ensure proper documentation of training is accomplished.
• Effectively communicate needs and requirements to senior developers and supervisors when executing assigned tasks.
• Participate in meetings/conferences as needed to provide input or address comments/concerns.
• Prepare visual aids such as charts, graphs, forms, etc. to accompany technical documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees