Technical Writer at Virginia Beach

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

The Engility Corporation is seeking a Full Time Technical Writer for an exciting, growing program to support the Global Command and Control System (GCCS); Tactical Combat Operations (TCO); and the Joint Tactical Common Operational Picture Workstation (JTCW). This is a multi-year contract located in Virginia Beach, VA.

• The technical writer will be a part of our development team and will provide support for instructional content for instructor led and computer-based training.
• The ideal candidate will have 2 - 4 years of experience, a degree in Journalism, Scientific Engineering, English, or a related field.
• Production responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the review of various products through development process, software manuals, and various other documents.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

MINIMUM TANGIBLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to clearly explain a complicated procedure in simple and understandable manner. The candidate must be able to resolve problems through creative and logical thinking. The candidate must have good verbal communication along with written skills.
• Uses proper terminology to explain technical ideas in simple language which can be understood by an average reader.
• Have a good command over English language and a considerable amount of technical knowledge to efficiently develop and produce instructor-led and distributed learning products.
• Work with content developers and subject matter experts, observing functional tasks to determine process steps.
• Work with instructional designers to develop and enforce technical language standards.
• Ability to recognize and adjust writing style based on content and product type.
• Ability to write a numbered outline, and then develop the outline into a comprehensive, well-written document.
• Ability to organize materials and finish the given assignment in required style, terminology, clarity, and order. Document types include: numbered outline, design maps, story board, process flow chart, instruction manuals
• Ability to adhere to established technical writing standards.
• Expert understanding of voice, tense, and address.
• Ability to work independently, or as a part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Expert knowledge of Word and working knowledge of Excel.
• Familiar with computer systems and software in technical terms.

Job Requirements

 
Country: USA, State: Virginia, City: Virginia Beach, Company: Engility Corporation.