Technical Writer

Technical Writer, Senior

Hanscom Air Force Base, MA

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Technical Writer to support the HNI Division at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtaining, analyzing, and selecting the pertinent information
• Determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative.
• Determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, the medium, and the
• Writing the material
• Consulting on or selecting illustrative material.
• Preparing the material for publication
• Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications
• Meet with customer representatives, vendors, system engineers, and program managers to establish technical specifications
• Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples
• Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals
• Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts
• Ensure document contents follow required formats
• Write clear and concise policies and procedures
• Ensure consistency of wording among multiple documents
• Create table of contents and cite sources
• Submit copies to managers for feedback
• Maintain electronic library or all signed documents and final presentations
• Provide updates and different editions as necessary
  
  

Recommended Experience and Skills:

• Technical writing experience within the Department of Defense relative to the C3I&N systems environment
• Excellent writing skills and strong command of the English language, including grammar
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work well with other organizations and personnel with disparate backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Experience in MS Office software, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint required; experience in MS Project and MS Access preferre
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Must have the following education and experience:
• Master's or Doctorate degree in related field and at least ten (10) years of relevant experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.
• Or bachelor's degree in a related field and at least twelve (12) years of relevant experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.
• Or fifteen (15) years of directly related experience, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD.
  
  

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance by date of hire.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.
  
  

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance
  
  

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

CJ