Technical Writer

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a self-motivated, customer service oriented, and quality conscious technical writing professional to join our Spectrum and Signatures Solutions Division (S3) in the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. S3 specializes in research, development, and application of technical solutions aimed at understanding, shaping, and exploiting the electromagnetic environment to maintain advantage. S3 consists of 5 departments: Applied Electromagnetics and Signature Management; Electromagnetic Effects and Applications; Applied Signals and System Integration; Comprehensive Software Solutions; Strategic Requirements; and Technical Coordination. In this role, you will report directly to the Deputy Division Head for the Spectrum and Signatures Solutions Division and responsible for managing and providing assistance in defining the division’s documentation and outward official correspondence across all department programs in support of sponsors’ needs. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Collaborate with Research and Development Engineers to determine needs and formalize documentation and visualizations in support of requirements Work directly with program leadership and customers to create, edit, formalize, and validate documentation according to set standards Maintain continuous communication with key personnel throughout project development to accurately document information, minimize errors, and enhance efficiency Engage in discussions regarding sponsor modernization processes, and assist in documenting relevant details in accordance with sponsor requirements and directives Create and maintain a standardized repository to house all shared resources Develop and maintain high-quality, standardized programmatic and research deliverables and documentation Additional responsibilities for higher-level position includes: Design or refine system architecture designs, including the discovery and validation of technical artifacts

Requirements

• Good comfort level in a customer-facing role, collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment
• Past success in technical writing skills for clear comprehension to an audience
• Mastery of documentation publishing software, such as PowerPoint, LaTeX, Visio, MS Project, Confluence, and/or Adobe Suite
• Understanding of various engineering disciplines and complex technical concepts
• Proven ability to thrive in a detail-oriented environment, ensuring accuracy while managing multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Previous experience creating and maintaining an organized documentation repository
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a government security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level
• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Nice To Haves

• Research, military, or government environment
• RenderMan (or similar) animation software suites
• Strong internal and external research and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability in documenting application-based operations and secure process automation
• Active security clearance at the secret level or higher with Top Secret / SCI eligibility

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Research and Development Engineers to determine needs and formalize documentation and visualizations in support of requirements
• Work directly with program leadership and customers to create, edit, formalize, and validate documentation according to set standards
• Maintain continuous communication with key personnel throughout project development to accurately document information, minimize errors, and enhance efficiency
• Engage in discussions regarding sponsor modernization processes, and assist in documenting relevant details in accordance with sponsor requirements and directives
• Create and maintain a standardized repository to house all shared resources
• Develop and maintain high-quality, standardized programmatic and research deliverables and documentation
• Design or refine system architecture designs, including the discovery and validation of technical artifacts

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees