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Leidos · 9 hours ago

Senior Technical Writer

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a Senior Technical Writer to join a diverse team of professionals to execute on critical programs supporting our Nation. The role involves developing and updating technical documentation in XML and ensuring compliance with logistics standards.

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Responsibilities

In this role you will be instrumental in developing/updating technical documentations in eXtensable Markup Language (XML) using Arbortext Editor authoring software
Tag XML documents for the IADS IETM viewer
Maintaining knowledge and proficiency with the latest logistics standards to include MIL-HDBK-1222, MIL-PRF-63002, and MIL-STD-40051
Ensuring compliance with appropriate standards and/or specifications
Ensuring written files and information are kept up to date and stored in accordance with procedures
Reporting progress of all assigned tasks to the project lead
Converting legacy materials to deliver a highly intelligent and extensible Interactive Electronic Technical Manual

Qualification

XMLArbortext EditorIETM DevelopmentTechnical WritingMicrosoft Office 365Adobe PDFUltra EditNotepad++XML Developer CertificationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor in English, Communications, or related disciplines from an accredited college / university
Minimum of 12 years' experience in technical writing
Master in English, Communications, or related disciplines from an accredited college/university and a minimum of 10 years' experience in technical writing
Plus, a minimum of 5 years of XML tagging and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) development
Must have experience working with IETM and XML using Arbortext Editor authoring software
Must be a resident of Huntsville, Alabama or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area
Must be a US Citizen, possess and be able to maintain a Final Secret Clearance

Preferred

Experience developing US Army or other DoD technical publications, including Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL), Depot Maintenance Work Requirements (DMWR), Modification Work Orders (MWO) and Electronic Technical Manuals (Operator and Maintenance)
Experience with modifications or maintenance, including performing maintenance or installations on a variety of military equipment including aircraft, special equipment, and ground vehicles
Proficient in developing and maintaining technical documents using Microsoft Office 365 suite, Adobe PDF, Ultra Edit, Arbortext, and Notepad++
Proficient user of Microsoft's Office 365 suite of software and applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft's SharePoint
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Knowledge of graphics formats and their strengths and weaknesses
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff
XML Developer Certification a plus

Company

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO

Leadership Team

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James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
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Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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