Technical Writer-Editor (Auto/It)

TACOM • Warren, MI

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About The Position

This position is with the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Program Manager Light Armored Vehicles Office. The office supports the Marine Corps Light Armored Vehicles program and the Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps. The Technical Writer-Editor supports the Program Manager’s Office and current, near-term, and future systems by developing and managing technical publications and their Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM).

The role manages IETM content and functionality, including its layered data, and enters technical publication data through the IETM sustainment software application and Epic Editor. It establishes quality assurance criteria and processes for technical publications and IETM data, and provides technical assistance to contractor writers so deliverables meet contract specifications and quality standards. The position also assesses changes and feedback that may affect technical publications or IETM management, content, and functionality.

The position is a Department of Defense Demonstration Project role in the Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce. The selectee must meet Life Cycle Logistics certification requirements within 48 months of entering on duty. The role requires a Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one, submission of an OGE-450 financial disclosure upon entry and annually, and may require temporary duty or business travel of up to 10% of the time.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02 (GS-11 equivalent) level in federal service.
• Experience developing technical publication data, including tasks, tables, narratives, and information related to wheeled combat vehicle operation, maintenance, repair parts, special tools, depot and maintenance work requirements, and I-Type technical, lubrication, supply, and modification documents.
• Experience reviewing reports and changes in operating and maintenance practices, user change requests, obsolescence migration or integration, engineering change proposals, and policy decisions affecting technical publications or IETMs.
• Experience establishing layered quality assurance of technical publication data from development through IETM integration.
• Experience correcting technical publication content, including updating NSNs or part numbers, rerouting hyperlinks, supplying missing data, and integrating technical illustrations.
• Must hold or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must submit an OGE-450 financial disclosure statement upon entering the position and annually thereafter.
• Must meet Life Cycle Logistics certification requirements within 48 months of entering on duty.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period unless previously completed with the Army.
• Must meet the qualification requirements through experience alone; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Current Department of Army civilian employees are the identified applicant eligibility category.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager’s Office for Light Armored Vehicle current, near-term, and future systems.
• Develop and manage technical publications and the Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) in which they reside.
• Manage all layers of data associated with IETM content and functionality.
• Review reports, changes in operating and maintenance practices, user comments and change requests, obsolescence migration or integration, engineering change proposals, and policy decisions for their effect on technical publications and IETM management, content, or functionality.
• Enter technical publication data into the IETM using its sustainment software application and Epic Editor.
• Develop and apply quality assurance criteria, procedures, and policies for technical publications and the IETM.
• Establish and maintain layered quality assurance of technical publication data from development through IETM integration.
• Provide technical assistance to contractor technical publication writers to ensure data meet contract specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor technical communications and business management trends to identify techniques for improving division procedures, methods, equipment, and management controls.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for the employee and family.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized.
• Relocation or recruitment incentive may be offered if in the best interest of the Federal Government.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed