What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at JF Taylor Inc?
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our dynamic team in the Defense industry. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that are critical to national security and advanced technological development. As a Technical Writer, you will create clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation for a variety of defense applications and systems. You will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and others to understand complex technical information and translate it into user-friendly documentation. Your work will facilitate better understanding and usability of sophisticated technologies by both end-users and maintenance personnel. In this fast-paced and constantly evolving sector, your ability to synthesize information and produce high-quality manuals, guides, and online content will be essential. We value individuals who are not only proficient in technical writing and documentation processes but who also possess a strong understanding of the DoD landscape. If you're passionate about technology and want to make a difference in the defense realm, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain user manuals, technical guides, and documentation for defense systems.
- Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to gather and analyze technical information.
- Ensure documentation meets industry standards and specifications for clarity and quality.
- Create and maintain design documents, specifications, and training materials.
- Gather feedback from users to continuously improve documentation usability and effectiveness.
- Conduct research on emerging technologies to stay updated and integrate new information into documentation.
- Support the creation of multimedia content to accompany written documentation, including diagrams and videos.
- Catalog program related COTS and Reference Materials using existing Configuration Management Tool
- Attend project team meetings and reviews - record and publish minutes and action items