Technical Writer - Huntsville, AL - Secret Clearance Information Technology

Technical Writer needed for a contract opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Huntsville, AL.

Contract Lenth: 6+ Months, possible conversion to FTE

*Must have an active Secret clearance to be considered for this role.*

Job Description:

The main function of a technical writer is to write technical materials, such as equipment materials, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. A typical technical writer is responsible for organizing, editing and maintaining technical records and files.

Primary Responsibilities

-Develop technical documentation in eXtensable Markup Language (XML) using Arbortext Editor authoring software to publish PDFs. Tag XML documents for the Army IADS Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) viewer or equivalent Electronic Technical Manual (ETM) and Interactive Electronic Technical Publication (IETP).

-Experience developing US Army or other DoD (optional) technical publications, including Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL), Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWR), and IETMs (Operator, Sustainment and Depot).

-Ability to read, comprehend and interpret engineer drawings.

-Navigate program software identifying relevant system components.

-Provide technical writing, document preparation, editing, proofreading, and coordination consistent with customer practices for the development and production of project deliverables.

-Ensure compliance with MIL-STD-2361, MIL-STD-40051 and MIL-HDBK-1222.

-As requested, work with project and customer staff in the formulation, development, and editing of project documentation, deliverables, and training documentation to ensure alignment with project requirements.

-Participate in peer reviews, Validations, Verifications, and Logistics Maintenance Demonstration events to ensure accuracy, usability, and compliance of IETMs/eLearning.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years of prior relevant experience; or a master's degree and 6 or more years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree

Experienced Knowledge of XML (structured documents)

Proficient user of Microsoft's Office 365 suite of software and applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft's SharePoint

Excellent written communication skills

Active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain.

Proven Knowledge of XML.

Experience with Adobe Illustrator.

Experience with Arbortext IsoDraw.

Ability to understand and interpret engineer drawings.

Thorough understanding of MIL-STD-2361, MIL-STD-40051-2, and MIL-HDBK-1222.

Proven ability to work independently and with a team.

Must be able to obtain an interim Secret Clearance within 120 days of hiring if no current secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting DoD programs

S1000D experience

PTC Windchill experience

Integrated Logistics Support Experience

Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Estimated Min Rate: $35.00

Estimated Max Rate: $50.00

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Employment Prerequisites

The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.

SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.

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