Sierra Nevada Corporation · 9 hours ago
Tech Writer II
Dayton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSierra Nevada Corporation is a global leader in aerospace and national security, committed to delivering innovative solutions. They are seeking a Tech Writer II to create clear documentation for complex systems, ensuring adherence to technical writing standards and collaborating with various document authors.
Cyber SecurityAerospaceHardwareSoftwareNavigationProduct DesignSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plan and participate in the preparation of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documents, various engineering documents, test plans and procedures, and operator and maintenance manuals
Write and edit engineering documentation in support of program objectives
Coordinate with Configuration Management (CM) staff to input documents into the CM software and route them through the review/approval/release process
Assist in the creation and maintenance of documentation templates, layout guides, and graphics resources
Support internal technical reference documentation, including data libraries, training material, and process/procedure guides
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
Knowledge of technical writing principles, practices, and standards
Understanding of desktop publishing tools, including publishing features of Microsoft Word
Experience in other elements of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe publishing tools and editing, layout, and production of technical documents which include graphics, tables, and other embedded content
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Excellent communication skills, via multiple platforms (e.g., instant messaging, email, phone, video conference, etc.)
Effective problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented
Preferred
Experience planning and participating in Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) preparation, technical documentation, test plans, procedures, and technical or operations manuals
Experience preparing documentation with minimal input (written or verbal) from subject matter experts, such as design engineers and program managers, to prepare initial drafts and templates
Experience authoring, editing, and reviewing in Jama, including template development and exports
Familiarity working with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of product and documentation requirements. Verify content meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience
Prior experience creating and maintaining documentation templates, layout guides, and graphics resources
Experience with document control software, such as Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Understanding of internal technical reference documentation, including data libraries, training material, and process/procedure guides
Knowledge of techniques for reviewing, editing, and formatting business proposals, product management documents, RFP responses, marketing communications, and other organizational documents as requested
Experience with Adobe FrameMaker
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry or DoD
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Reifenberg
Senior Director of Technology - Entrepreneurship
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