Technical Writer

About Gromelski and Associates, Inc. (GAI)

Gromelski and Associates, Inc. (GAI) partners with prime contractors to provide professional services. Key service areas include Engineering Design and Documentation; Software Development and Testing; System Integration, Testing and Evaluation; Lab Management and Field Installation; Integrated Logistics Support, Training Development and Delivery, Multimedia Support, and Technical System Support.

Position Description:

Researches and writes technical content supporting specialized military equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, IT equipment and software. Edits and updates existing technical content in a fast-paced fluid environment of engineering changes.

Writes and/or edits technical documents to support the production of Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) for the AN/BQQ-10 ARCI Sonar, SWFTS, AN/BVY-1 ISIS, and other submarine electronics systems. Develops technical descriptions, procedures, diagrams, operational specifications, and related technical information. Provides clear and effective communication through technical documentation to a wide range of audiences. Responsible for capturing and documenting operational and maintenance related information to support the introduction of new technology to the US Navy submarine fleet.

Required Skills:

• Ability to write technical content for procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications that describe the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment.
• Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions.
• Knowledge of the English language, grammar, usage and composition.
• Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by interviewing workers engaged in developing products and services, observing production methods, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications.
• Ability to define required graphics, photographs, tables, figures, and engineering drawings and/or create graphic materials using basic photography and graphic applications such as PowerPoint and Photoshop.

Highly Desirable Skills:

• Experience entering content using HTML, XML, and content management systems.
• Knowledge and familiarity of S1000D technical documentation standards.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
• Experience performing system operation and maintenance on US Navy submarine systems.

Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Job Location:

Manassas, Virginia

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefit package. Click here Careers | GAI (e-gai.com) for more information.

Contract Terms:

40 hours/week, onsite

Start Date:

Immediate

Rate:

Negotiable