TECHNICAL WRITER (59367)
Engineering - Documentation
USA-MD-Hanover
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Clearance Status: Must be Current
Schedule: Full Time
Type of Travel: Continental US
Percent of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Description
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Researches, organizes, writes, edits, and produces technical data for major publication projects. Organizes material and writes descriptive copy according to standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. May participate in the establishment of style guidelines and standards for texts and illustrations. May provide work leadership for lower level employees.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Organizes and prepares specified publications including compilation and analysis of source material. Coordinates of the editing, composition, production, and delivery in accordance with applicable specifications, standards, and other requirements. Participates in the establishment of guidelines and standards for text and graphics. Conducts research on the subject matter including interviewing and observing subject matter experts, researching journals, on-line sources, and other substantive source material to write scientific and technical materials. Coordinates of ancillary services and interdepartmental activities required for publication, preparation, and delivery. Oversees the maintenance of cost and schedule status information for each assigned project. Serves as a focal point for problems and inquiries related to assigned projects. Coordinates the quality-control activities required to ensure the accuracy and adequacy of each publication, including in-process and final reviews, editing for compliance with all applicable specifications and standards, validation, and change verification. Produces publications using computerized composition and text-management systems. Maintains constantly high qualitative and quantitative output standards to ensure that quality publications are produced. Completes all projects within the established schedules and authorized funding. Complies with all applicable specifications, standards, and other project constraints. Establishes and achieves annual quality and productivity goals.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Typically requires bachelor's degree or equivalent, and five to seven years of related (technical writing/editing) experience.
Security Clearance:
Must have a current TS/SCI with a polygraph.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Normal demands associated with an office environment. Ability to work on computer for long periods, and communicate with individuals by telephone, email and face to face. Some travel may be required.
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
