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.
Limited; as needed. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer for the
FAA - PSS
Contract , supporting the Civilian Division.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS BA/BS
degree required 5 years of experience required Ability to complete and pass a Public Trust Security Investigation (US Citizenship required for all applicants)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Must have the ability to establish and maintain professional, positive relationships with a wide variety of customers, including senior executives, engineers, technicians, managers, and administrative staff. 2 years of experience using QuickSilver software in processing and preparing technical documentation 2 years of experience with Adobe Communique (CQ5) Software Must be able to write in a wide variety of formats, styles, and "voices." Able to apply advanced concepts and strategies when writing and editing. Able to produce high quality work under tight and sometimes shifting deadlines. Able to grasp and communicate highly technical information without a background in that area. Must be comfortable asking questions of technical experts. Must have a disciplined work ethic and the ability to prioritize and juggle projects. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Must enjoy working collaboratively within a small team of communications professionals. Proficient in the use of the MS Office Suite (Word professional documentation styles, features and production, Excel, PowerPoint. Must have strong oral communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with federally mandated "plain language" a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews, and revises documents to conform to existing style guidelines and industry best practices for regulatory documents, manuals, instructions, and technical orders. Edits, standardizes, and revises material prepared by FAA staff members, organizing and formatting content for clarity, flow, and readability. Meet with and receive guidance/technical direction from Subject Matter Experts, and produce an original written draft based on those discussions, to be reviewed, refined and finalized. May be asked to prepare, edit, or revise reports, correspondence, briefing, or other documentation. Ensures clarity and grammatical correctness of all written materials through attention to detail and the application of recognized editorial techniques. Edits and maintains a listing of technical documents, their key data, and their revision schedule Writes original content in the form of articles, columns, talking points, etc. by gathering and assessing information from a wide variety of sources. Prepares, edits, or revises reports, correspondences, briefings, and other documentation. Must be able to write in a wide variety of formats, styles, and "voices." Able to apply advanced concepts and strategies when writing and editing. Experience working with Federally-mandated "plain language" a plus. Experience using InDesign a plus. Helps develop graphic concepts for communicating key messages. Tracks and reports progress of various projects. Provides ad hoc support to FAA customer by taking meeting notes, conducting research and analysis, conducting fact-checks, gathering information, etc.
