Technical Writer Job at Valkyrie Enterprises in Philadelphia

Technical Writer

This position has the possibility for telework or a hybrid work schedule

Purpose:

• Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Technical Writer in the Technical Manuals Development Team. Located in Naval Surface Warfare Center (US Navy) Philadelphia, PA

Job Description:

• Develop moderately complex technical information, prepare written text and illustrations, and layout and organize technical documentation.
• Develop technical documentation in Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and PTC Arbortext Editor for the Navy Publishing Application (NPA) Contenta system.
• Research and interpret design reports, drawings, equipment procedures, and test specifications.
• Write analytical and interpretive technical literature and procedures.
• Communicate with engineers and other personnel for information gathering.
• Perform Quality Assurance reviews.
• Assist in the mentoring and training of new hires.

Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years' experience in the planning and preparation of various types of technical documentation on Naval Ship Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E), Electronic and Weapons Handling Systems and Equipment along with experience in the detailed information search and interpretation of technical data in the preparation of technical documentation.
• Must have experience shall also include 1 year of experience developing technical documentation using either the Navy Publishing Application (NPA) or the Navy PMS Editor (NPE) or equivalent.
• Must possess an active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Desired Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in English or Journalism preferred.
• Prior HM&E military experience preferred.
• Proficiency with personal computers and word processing, graphics, and publishing software preferred
• Possess attention to detail and ability to organize, prioritize, and complete projects in tight deadlines preferred
• Ability to express comprehensive knowledge of technical drawings, procedures, reports, and specifications at a 9th Grade reading level in a straightforward and understandable manner preferred
• Possess excellent communication, writing, grammar, and customer service skills preferred
• Ability to understand and follow applicable military specifications and best practices solutions.
• Prior Quality Assurance review and S1000D experience.

Security Requirements:

• Must have an Active DoD Secret security clearance and the ability and eligibility to maintain a Secret clearance.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel, up to 10%.
• If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found:

Physical Requirements:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information and repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• May require climbing up/down ship ladders and enclosed spaces.
• Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Please note: The annualized pay range referenced is a general guideline. Valkyrie Enterprises considers factors such as (but not limited to) the following when determining base pay: scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's related work experience, education/training/certifications, key skills, internal peer equity/external market competitiveness, as well as other business considerations.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $63,000 - $90,000 per year