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The Copley Consulting Group

Technical Editor and Writer 3

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A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.

$83,181 / year median in California

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Job Description

Job Title:
Technical Editor and Writer 3
Duration:
1+ year
Location:
San Diego, CA Job Description:
The selected candidate will support a wide array of tasks associated with the development and maintenance of technical publications for a large defense program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Editing plans, technical reports, test procedures, statements of work, user manuals, operation manuals, requirement specifications, validation documents, and proposal volumes.
  • Working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure clear and accurate technical documentation.
  • Collaborating with Configuration Management and Quality Mission Assurance for document publication and delivery.
  • Capturing meeting minutes and action items for technical exchange meetings (TEMs) and design reviews.
Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience OR a master's degree with 3 years of related experience OR a PhD with 1 year of related experience Experience developing and maintaining program plans and process documents, and experience working with SMEs to improve and clarify technical documentation. Excellent technical writing and editing skills with a focus on accuracy and consistency of both technical information and documentation layout. Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and SharePoint plus Adobe Acrobat. Well-organized, detailed-oriented self-starter who enjoys challenges and works well in teams and independently. Exceptional organizational skills to include the ability to multitask; must be focused on program's documentation requirements and deadlines. Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management, as well as the customer.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of contractual requirements [SOWs and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)] and Configuration Management processes. Understanding of program Security Classification Guides (SCGs) to determine document portion markings. Proposal experience, such as authoring Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and editing Technical Volumes. Experience using Agile framework and Jira best practices. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.