(DoD SkillBridge), Specialist, Technical Writing 1

L3Harris Technologies • Bellmead, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specialist, Technical Writer gathers, composes, and edits technical information to prepare flight manuals, maintenance manuals, and other technical documentation for warfighters. The role is part of a Technical Publications team that delivers quality publications on schedule for commercial and government projects in a dynamic environment. The Technical Writer also reviews technical manuals for formatting, technical accuracy, and compliance with specifications.

This DoD SkillBridge internship provides transitioning service members with civilian work experience through industry-specific training, certifications, and on-the-job experience. It is intended to help participants prepare for civilian careers and gain an understanding of the position. Eligibility requires active U.S. military membership, 180 days of service or fewer remaining before separation, and at least 180 continuous days of active service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 or more years of relevant experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Technical publication authoring experience using documentation processing tools, including Adobe FrameMaker.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft engineering documentation and define significant structural, electronic, and avionic changes to affected aircraft.
• Ability to work well with colleagues, internal customers, and external customers.
• Must be an active U.S. military member with 180 days of service or fewer remaining before separation and at least 180 continuous days of active service to qualify for the DoD SkillBridge opportunity.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience authoring technical documentation, user manuals, flight manuals, and maintenance documentation in a MILCERT structured environment for Air Force, Army, or Navy programs.
• Prior experience operating or maintaining the RC-135, Cobra Ball, and Combat Sent platforms.
• Prior experience with the S1000D standard and authoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, plan, write, and edit aircraft technical manuals for operational, instructional, maintenance, or test procedures for paper, multimedia, or web-based publication using industry standards.
• Research and translate technical information into manuals or web-based documents for technical and non-technical users.
• Recommend formats that respond to technical and customer requirements.
• Review technical manuals for format, technical accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Assist in planning, executing, and reporting program actions with the Technical Publications management team.
• Work within and potentially lead defined budgets and meet schedule deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level