Amentum · 6 hours ago
Senior Technical Publication Specialist
Vandenberg Village, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $120K/yr
8+ years expAmentum is seeking a Senior Technical Writer for the Space Force Range Contract. The role involves creating end-user documents, overseeing publication processes, and collaborating with engineers and subject matter experts to produce various technical publications.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Create end-user documents in accordance with the company’s strategies and standards
Oversee the process of publications from initiation to release
Identify and implement required Technical Order (TO) development and changes using Adobe Frame Maker, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Illustrator based on a technical data package consisting of an Engineering Change Proposal (ECP), engineering drawings, and Logistics Management Information (LMI) data
Partner with Engineers, Product Support Analysts, Drafters, and internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create technical publications, operating manuals, user guides, quick reference material, application and technical notes, training materials, etc
Host in-process reviews and perform certifications and verifications of Technical Manuals with operators, peers, and customers
Perform Technical Content and Quality checks for peers
Participate in project meetings with direct interface with engineering and our government customer
Coordinate and handle multiple tasks and projects; and, provide guidance for the same to lPT members throughout the development lifecycle
Assist with the preparation of Rough Order of Magnitude or Basis of Estimates
Perform related duties as required, e.g., support to integrated logistics functions, and training/mentoring of technical publication and product support personnel
Perform data and configuration management activities associated with implementation of Technical Manuals
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education
Minimum of eight (8) years' experience, preferably in a Sustaining or Development Engineering environment
Proficiency with Adobe Framemaker, Illustrator, Acrobat Professional, and Microsoft Office applications, or other Desktop Publishing Programs
Working knowledge of materials, components, assemblies, computer, and peripheral hardware designs – parts
Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, e.g., Windchill or equivalent
Ability to effectively work in a team environment and perform work and resolve problems with limited supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
Preferred
Familiarity with S1000D authoring and publishing – preferred
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays annually
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
Recent News
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