Technical Writer / Editor

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Summary

The individual will serve as a Technical Editor within Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) at NASA HQ to support the Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems (CCSDS).

Responsibilities

• Provide full lifecycle document management in support of the standardization activities.
• Writes, rewrites, and/or edits technical documents which includes scientific, engineering, and technical content to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and synthesize content from engineers and other technical professionals.
• Proofread documents for clarity, grammar, and adherence to CCSDS standards.
• Track the workflow of document edits throughout the development phase of each standard from a CCSDS Standard to an ISO Standard.
• Maintain metrics of CCSDS standards utilization and adoption by the space mission community.

Requirements

• Familiarity with satellite operations and satellite communications is strongly preferred.
• Should possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communications.
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn new processes.
• Ability to prioritize work and know how to communicate time estimates when there are competing priorities; can status assignment progress.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel).
• This is a remote position. Travel may be necessary - domestic and international, typically two trips annually.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 8 or more years of relevant work experience.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Other details

• Job Family Information Technology
• Job Sub-Family Technical Writing
• Pay Type Salary
• Min Hiring Rate $120,000.00
• Max Hiring Rate $150,000.00

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