Technical Writer - NSS

Chugach Government Solutions•STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Writer revises or writes standardized material for site-wide standards, work instructions, procedures, reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and other related technical administrative publications. The role develops and edits publications concerning work methods and procedures and the installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment. The position is located at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, or Mass Communications.
Three years of experience in technical writing, publication editing, or other professional writing, or a combination of the listed skills and experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain the required NASA badge.
Must provide a certified birth certificate with state seal, passport, or INS citizenship documents on the date of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Maintain a clean, neat, and professional personal appearance.
Ensure work is complete and of high quality, performed safely and in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency with standard MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and various office equipment.
Familiarity with design, construction, and engineering terminology.
Resourcefulness in researching documents and databases and gathering information and other resources.
Ability to coordinate and handle multiple activities.
Effective writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, writing, and editing reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerning work methods and procedures, and the installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.
Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities and attend assigned meetings to document meeting minutes, operating procedures, and details.
Organize material and complete writing assignments according to standards for order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes to scope, format, content, and reproduction and binding methods.
Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
Assist in laying out material for publication.
Edit, standardize, or revise material prepared by other personnel.
Write material regarding work methods and procedures when required.
Support test directors and engineers in the field when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.