Senior Specialist, Technical Writer_

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Technical WriterJob Code: 14887Job Location: Palm Bay, FLJob Schedule: 9/80Job Description: L3Harris Corporation is seeking a Senior Specialist, Technical Writer to support our Communication Systems portfolio of programs in Palm Bay, Florida by conducting technical writing documentation for complex systems andequipment that are part of mission critical solutions that safeguard our unique customers. These technical writing tasks may include generating, developing, planning, writing and editing operational, instructional, maintenance or procedures for paper, multimedia or web-based publication. The candidate must also possess the ability to create complex technical drawings using a variety of resources to develop the illustrations. The candidate must possess the ability to master the complex technology and associated equipment, and then effectively deliver that knowledge to customer teams in written and illustrated form. Candidate also must possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to maintain focus on a complex task.Essential Functions:+ Develop and deliver complex illustrations for technical documentation and other media using various illustration tools (e.g., Visio, Illustrator, AutoCAD).+ Develop, organize, and deliver technical information as user guides, training materials, and/or installation manuals for non-technical and technical users in structured (FrameMaker, CSS, DITA, HTML) and unstructured (Word, PPT) environments.+ Ability to communicate complex information clearly, concisely, and accurately and be comfortable asking questions to ensure accuracy.+ Regularly review documentation to update procedures as required by the program to ensure relevant and current operations.+ Work closely with the program, engineering, and test teams to ensure user feedback and scenarios are communicated and represented in documentation development.+ Responsible for final reviews of documentation for style, design, layout, accuracy, and editorial aspects before customer approval.+ Collaborate with cross functional engineering teams to develop an enhance technical documentation and training material to be delivered to employees and customers alike+ Interpret, Statement of Work (SOW), and program requirements related to program publications, training, and maintainer certifications+ Develop, organize and deliver technical training programs and related materials and/or interactive courseware for customer and audiences and L3Harris employees+ Work with customers and functional organizations to establish course objectives, contents and outcomes+ Prepare lesson plans from engineering documentation, software documentation, vendor manuals or field service requirements+ Instruct participants in classroom lectures and laboratory sessions; provide surveys and analyze responses to determine applicability of course material and adequacy of training presentation+ Ensure course materials reflect current product features and equipmentBasic Qualifications:+ Bachelor's degree in related field and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree in related field and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.+ Possess or have the ability to obtain U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higherPreferred Additional Skills:+ Significant Technical Writing experience in developing installation, operations, and maintenance manuals for complex systems. Experience in writing system level test procedures for LRUs and Rack assemblies.+ Excellent customer facing communications skills, written and oral+ Training curriculum development experience. Proven ability to generate and update technical instructional material+ Professional Certification in Microsoft Office® applications to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio and Adobe FrameMaker+ An ability to work harmoniously in a team environment with government customers and other contractors+ Excellent time-management skills+ Independent, problem-solver, takes initiative, and results oriented.+ Understanding and familiarity with information security practices.+ DoD contract experienceL3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.