What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Apex Systems?
Apex Systems is searching for a Technical Writer III to support one of our Government Clients!
Must hold an active Secret #clearance
Job Responsibilities:
- Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
- Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
- Edit, standardize or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
- Confer with client to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication.
- Provide technical writing, document preparation, editing, proofreading, and coordination consistent with customer practices for the development and production of project deliverables.
- 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.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
- Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods.
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Knowledge of computer software, such as Adobe, JavaScript, Oracle, etc.
- 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).
- Experience supporting DoD programs
- S1000D experience
- PTC Windchill experience
- Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline 360 experience
- Integrated Logistics Support experience
Education/Experience:
- 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
