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Senior Technical Writer

$80,001 - $120,000/Yr

SAIC (Science Applications Int.) - San Diego, CA

posted 29 days ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Hybrid - San Diego, CA
10,001+ employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Technical Writer to support life cycle maintenance and integrated logistics product support for US Navy systems. The successful candidate will have specific, recent and extensive experience providing life cycle support and technical writing/editing or technical system support for US Navy systems. In addition, candidates must have a thorough knowledge and documented use of software systems/databases including CMPro. The ability to exercise independent judgment while working on multiple projects of diverse scope will be key to successful performance of the task requirements associated with this position. This position involves direct contact with customers and fleet users, and demands performance that is both detail oriented and time critical. Working knowledge of US Navy and Department of Defense Logistics Systems including supply processes, provisioning, ECR process, baseline management, MBPS, and ILS Certifications is helpful. This is a Hybrid/Remote role in San Diego. Must be local to area. Must be able to travel 5-10% within the year.

Responsibilities

  • Creating and preparing complex manuals and technical publications covering software, hardware, testing and various other technical areas in support of US Navy systems.
  • Collection and organization of information; producing parts and systems illustrations using digital photography, three dimensional models, and/or line drawings.
  • Working directly with the customer to achieve a product that meets the contractual expectations of all parties.
  • Coordination with a logistics support team on final product deliverables.
  • Deliverables include complete operation and administration manuals for hands-on equipment operation, Navy shipboard installation, and detailed troubleshooting procedures.
  • Other deliverables include hardware and software installation and configuration guides, training materials, reports, standard operating procedures, and interactive electronic documents.
  • Managing multiple projects, priorities and inputs within a functionally matrixed organization with limited supervision.
  • Independently planning and scheduling work activities to meet work product delivery dates.
  • Submitting documentation for ATIS testing, requesting TMIN information and processing docs to FI.
  • Reviewing ILS certifications and determining TMs that are applicable.
  • Gathering logistics products based on ILS certifications to create ILS CDs to support installs.
  • Responding to data calls, ordering nomenclature plates, proofing documents and NAVWAR cover sheets for Final Issue.
  • Applying APLs/XRIC to TMINs, updating SAILOR with documents that have been processed for Final Issue.
  • Maintaining weekly reports for documentation.
  • Establishing positive working relationships with highly technical subject matter experts to obtain data required for technical documentation development.
  • Actively participating in technical and programmatic meetings to provide status and define technical documentation development requirements and milestones.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree and 6 years' experience in either Technical Writing or Technical System Support.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start.
  • Must have experience with or exposure to one of the following: CMPro, TDMIS, MBPS.

Nice-to-haves

  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Willingness to learn on the job.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to adjust to constantly changing priorities and tasks.
  • Experience with XML and Madcap Flare a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $80,001 - $120,000.
  • Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
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