Fleet Documentation Technical Writing Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position
Fleet Documentation Technical Writing Specialist

ID: 2024-63489
USA-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 7/9/2024
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or field, or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity thats waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

From writing new or enhancing existing technical product guides, as our Fleet Documentation Technical Writing Specialist (Advanced Tech Writing Spec), your talent will be front and center. Youll create, develop, plan, write and edit complex operational, instructional, interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs), maintenance or test procedures for paper, multimedia or web-based publication. Well depend on you to act as the primary technical editor on client deliverables. Youll implement editorial and document governance standards for quality and style; ensure all assigned deliverables meet these standards.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often classified
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or field, or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Fully proficient understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards required of technical publications
• Ability to relay complex system information that can be understood by general users
• Excellent editing, written, English and grammar skills

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Skills and experience preferred:

• Experience in a documentation tools technical role
• Expert Arbortext, Arbortext DITA, Arbortext Style Sheets, XML, SGML SME, Java, Javascript skills
• Windchill SME
• S1000D conversion experience, standards SME
• Strong working knowledge how documentation tools interact together, able to stress test
• Strong documentation authoring/ editing skills
• Creating and editing graphics experience
• Program support- including requirements, impact assessments, and quoting efforts
• Small technical team leadership

Workplace Options:
This position is ON-SITE in Pittsfield, MA.

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $87,040.00 - USD $94,180.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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