Specialist, Technical Writing
About The Position
L3Harris Tactical Communications is seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented technical writer to develop documentation for communications equipment and software. The role involves researching, planning, organizing, writing, and editing operations, maintenance, and software manuals, along with other product-support documentation. The writing team creates topic-based, modular content designed for timely, dynamic publishing. The position is based in Rochester, New York, and follows a 9/80 schedule. The successful candidate will bring curiosity about technology, strong research and analysis skills, interest in project management, and the ability to build relationships with subject-matter experts. The role also supports ongoing learning, team and process effectiveness, and product enhancement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of prior experience, or graduate degree with 2 years of prior related experience; in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of prior related experience.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing.
- Problem-solving ability and an interest in troubleshooting independently and collaboratively.
- Experience deciphering and using source data from multiple sources, subject-matter experts, and skill levels.
Nice To Haves
- Military communications experience is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Communications, English, or a related field, and two or more years of experience creating technical documentation.
- Experience with topic-based authoring.
Responsibilities
- Write technical documents for tactical communication products to support end-user operation, programming, maintenance, installation, and testing.
- Collaborate with engineers, product analysts, product line managers, and program managers to learn about products, processes, and programs.
- Research products and associated technologies as needed.
- Manage writing projects by hosting kickoff and status meetings, setting timelines and deadlines, and communicating with project teams.
- Work with illustrators to create diagrams, charts, and other visual aids that help users understand products and processes.
- Participate in continuous-improvement activities to develop personal skills, team and process effectiveness, and product enhancement.
Benefits
- Health and disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Education assistance
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
