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General Atomics · 1 day ago

Technical Writer and Editor

Poway California

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$57K/yr - $96K/yr

3+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. The Technical Writer and Editor is responsible for researching, documenting, and developing technical materials to effectively communicate complex information to various audiences.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collects and accumulates appropriate technical information through researching and analyzing technical data and publications, engineering drawings, test procedures, design specifications/documentation, software description documents, engineering documents and by interviewing technical experts

Ensures documents are developed in accordance with the requested specifications and contractual requirements, including development of any necessary illustrations, photographs, or other graphic representations

Coordinates technical document reviews and approval signatures, which may include appropriate security classification prior to document distribution

May participate in recommending new and/or modifications to documentation/communication policies and procedures

May present document(s) to customers and program management staff, make related presentations, and may assist in the document security classification process

Plans, coordinates and leads efforts of a small team to complete a project

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company

Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures

Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Technical editingTechnical writingTechnical documentationMilitary systems knowledgeComputer-based toolsAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of an associate's degree in a related discipline and three or more years progressive experience in a technical field. May substitute equivalent professional experience in lieu of education/training

Must demonstrate an excellent technical understanding of military or commercial systems, and technical writing/editing principles, theories and concepts as well as have knowledge of the development of technical manuals and documentation

Must have knowledge of computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation

Must possess the ability to grasp new concepts quickly

Must possess the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information

Must possess good organization skills

Must possess the ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes

Must possess basic analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report

Must possess knowledge of computer operations and applications

Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required