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Intermediate Technical Writer Job at PURVIS in Philadelphia

PURVIS
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2025

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local governments. We've been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values : transparency, integrity, and teamwork. We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful - and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top-notch teamwork and service. Peace of Mind at PURVIS Systems means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients.

Upon contract award, the Intermediate Technical Writer will work as part of a team supporting the conversion, update and development of technical documentation and technical manuals.

The day to day responsibilities of this role will include :

  • Develop technical manuals, which may include operations, preventative and corrective maintenance, schematics, and illustrated parts breakdowns from compiled engineering technical reports, drawings, and parts lists.
  • Assist in the development of illustrations, graphics and flow diagrams to support documentation.

Qualifications

  • High school, trade or industrial school or bachelor's degree.
  • Seven (7) years of experience as a technical writer to include developing, modifying, and reviewing Naval shipboard technical documentation and U.S. Navy Technical Manuals.
  • Editing and reviewing technical manuals in support of maintenance, repair, testing, product improvement, and / or alteration of Navy Ship HM&E and Electronic / Weapons Handling Systems and Equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Strong verbal communication, listening and interviewing skills.
  • Ability to research highly technical information and interpret data.
  • Experience with editing and production tools (i.e. FrameMaker 11, Adobe Photoshop, Arbortext Editor, MS Word, etc.).
  • Experience with S100D and style guides a plus.
  • Experience with the Navy's SDL Contenta Publishing Suite a plus.
  • XML authoring (using S1000D)
  • This position requires the candidate to have / obtain a government security clearance to the level of SECRET.

    The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee. This is why we have chosen to offer all full-time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility - in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.

    PURVIS values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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