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Technical Writer Associate
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What they do
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.
$70,677 / year median in Florida
-10% projected decline
Job Description
The Technical Writer will require:
Manage numerous tasks, priorities, and technical inputs with minimal supervision. Draft and edit complex hardware documentation such as Technical Manuals, Technical Instructions, Modification Instructions, Procedures, User Guides, etc. Partner with SMEs, assist technical team members with writing tasks, and assist individuals in troubleshooting Microsoft Word and PowerPoint issues. Follow processes, writing/style conventions, and configuration management established for program documentation. Maintain, update, and author new revisions of technical documentation to include a Systems Engineering Management Plan, Configuration Management Plan, Statements of Work, etc. Compile and structure researched technical information in a clearly communicated format for stakeholders. Source or develop technical diagrams as necessary to assist with reference documentation. Produce documentation per customer formatting and governance standards. Clearly track and cite reference sources. Review documentation (e.g. requirement documents, statements of work) submitted by various project stakeholders for completeness, correctness, and compliance prior to baselining. Qualifications Required experience, certification, and education: Bachelor's Degree in any of the following 59 degree fields: Artificial Intelligence; Applied Science in Cybersecurity; Computer Engineering; Computer and Electrical Engineering; Computer Science Cybersecurity Operations; Computer Information Technology Program; Computer Information Systems; Computer Engineering Technology; Computer Science; Computer Science and Engineering/Technology; Cybersecurity; Cybersecurity Engineering; Cybersecurity Management; Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations; Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations (Application Development Application Focus); Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations, Informatics (Cybersecurity Specialization); Cyber Operations; Data Science; Data Analytics; Data Science and Analytics; Electrical Engineering; Engineering Technology; Engineering in Operational Research; Engineering in Operations Research; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology; Engineering; Electronics Engineering; Electronic(s) Engineering Technology; Electrical Engineering Technology; Enterprise Technology Integration (Cybersecurity Application Focus); Enterprise Architecture and Business Transformation; Engineering Science; Electrical and Computer Engineering w/ concentration in Cybersecurity; General Engineering; Information Systems; Information Systems and Technology; Information Science; Informatics (Cybersecurity Specialization); Information Sciences and Technology (Cybersecurity Option); Information; Industrial Engineering and Operations Research; Industrial and Systems Engineering; Information Technology; Information Technology (Cybersecurity Option); Information Technology (Networking Option); Information Technology Networking - Cybersecurity; Industrial Engineering; Library and Information Studies; Mathematics; Mechanical Engineering Technology; Management and Information Systems; Management Information Systems; Network Engineering; Software Engineering; Systems Engineering; Statistics; Security and Risk Analysis (Information Option); Security and Risk Analysis (Cybersecurity Option).Required skills:
Proficiency in technical writing tools and software packages.Familiarity with military system documentation standards (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, DOD-STD-2167A, IEEE 12207-2-2020). Experience working in conjunction with multi-disciplinary teams to develop technical content. Strong attention to detail and the ability to refine and edit technical information for clarity and accuracy. Excellent organizational skills.