Senior Operator Technical Writer

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Technical Writer to join our team. This role is pivotal in developing and managing the operator technical manuals for the U.S. Army in strict accordance with applicable regulations and standards, including MIL-STD-400051-2B / D, MIL-HDBK-1222G and MIL-HDBK-2361E. This candidate will also be responsible for coordinating work with junior technical writers. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional project management skills, a deep understanding of technical writing within a government contract framework, and experience with Interactive Authoring Display Software (IADS).

We are looking for a Senior Operator Technical Writer to work for our Sterling Heights, MI office. If you have at least 7 years of experience in Technical Writing ,  and have a Bachelors Degree in Tecbnical Writing, English, Communication, Engineering or a related field, we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us.

Estimated Salary Range : $87,000 - $105,000

EOE (including Disability / Veterans)

Requirements

Essential Functions :

• Project Management : Oversee documentation projects from inception to completion, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality technical documentation that meets contract requirements.
• Technical Documentation : Create, author, and manage comprehensive technical manuals, guides, training packages and documentation for U.S. Army projects, ensuring compliance with MIL-STD-400051-2B / D, MIL-HDBK-2361E and other relevant standards.
• Standards Compliance : Ensure all technical documentation adheres to applicable military and government regulations and standards. Stay updated on changes in standards and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a team of technical writers, providing guidance on best practices, standards, and project requirements. Foster a collaborative environment to drive successful project outcomes.
• Stakeholder Communication : Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, illustrators and other stakeholders to gather and verify technical information. Act as a liaison to ensure clear and effective communication throughout the documentation process.
• Quality Assurance : Review and edit documentation for accuracy, clarity, and completeness. Implement and enforce documentation standards and best practices to maintain high-quality outputs

Supervisory Responsibility :

Minimum Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and / or testing)

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications in project management or technical writing is a plus.

Experience :

Background Prerequisites :

Preferred Qualifications :

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include :