General Atomics · 9 hours ago
Technical Writer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$69K/yr - $116K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures innovative electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. They are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to create XML-based technical documentation for aerospace and defense applications, translating complex technical concepts into precise documentation.
Telecom & CommunicationsEnergyManufacturingEnergy EfficiencyWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, coordinates with assignments to determine appropriate timelines, content, and format for the development of comprehensive engineering/scientific technical documents
Under general supervision, develops detailed plans, statements of work, cost estimates and proposals for technical document production
Under general supervision, coordinates aspects of preparing technical documents, including editing, to meet specified content and deadlines, including changes/modifications
Under general supervision, coordinates the identification, accumulation, and analysis of appropriate technical information and data, including interviewing technical experts, observing processes, and researching and analyzing technical data and publications
May participate with engineering/scientific teams to resolve technical/operational issues
Serves as a specialist to management and customer by participating in technical documentation reviews and making customer related presentations as required
Under general supervision, may coordinate reproduction, release, distribution, and appropriate storage of documents
May represent the organization as a secondary or alternate contact on assigned project(s)
May recommend new and/or modifications to documentation policies and procedures
May provide guidance in the document security classification process
May provide guidance and training to teams of experienced technical professionals
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures
Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of an associate's degree in a related discipline and six or more years progressive experience in a technical field. May substitute equivalent professional experience in lieu of education/training
Experience creating IETMs (Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals) for the military is highly desired
Experienced in developing XML-based technical documentation for aerospace and defense applications, with expertise in S1000D specifications and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)
Must demonstrate a comprehensive and thorough understanding of the engineering/scientific principles underlying the technology and a comprehensive and thorough understanding of technical document preparation
Must have excellent working knowledge of the development of technical manuals and documentation, including editing and choice of media
Must also have excellent working knowledge of computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation
Must possess the ability to develop, acquire, interpret and communicate engineering/scientific technical data
Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
Must possess the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
Must possess the ability to organize, schedule and coordinate work phases and determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level
Must possess leadership and organization skills in order to work with management and customers and represent the organization
Must possess the ability to identify issues and develop advanced solutions to a variety of complex technical and administrative problems
Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Preferred
Two or more years of management/customer interface is a plus
Experience with S1000D is highly desired, particularly in the creation and management of structured technical documentation in compliance with aerospace and defense standards
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
Recent News
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