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Job Title: Technical Writer - assembly and test Job Location: Lexington, MA 02420 Onsite Requirements: 5 years technical writing, 3 with hardware documentation Experience with MBSE, PLM, and document management tools preferred Job Description: This is a dynamic engineering environment where design modifications are always in flux. The primary documentation task is to produce comprehensive assembly and test procedures that are clear and easy to use. The technical writer will develop system level documentation and assembly and test procedures in partnership with technicians, engineers, and program managers, and: Employ photos, diagrams, and tables to enhance technical content. Participate in project team meetings and project reviews as needed. Maintain document configuration control. The successful candidate will also be expected to assist with maintaining web pages and wikis and to assist with preparation of presentations and reports, including preparing graphical content. The group is increasing the use of digital tools including Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool to help generate and maintain documentation. Successful candidates will be expected to work with these tools. Required: The technical writer must be experienced in the needs of an engineering and fabrication environment, pay attention to detail, and work with a variety of interdisciplinary staff to determine documentation needs and solutions that meet the rigorous criteria of both Lincoln Laboratory and government standards. Minimum education requirements are a BS/BA with proven writing, copy editing and organizational skills. The candidate should have five or more years of experience in technical writing, three of which should include hardware documentation. Experience with modern approaches to document creation and management. The candidate must be a self-starter and able to manage a diverse workload. Computer skill requirements include MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint and Project. Preferred: A background in science and/or technology is preferred. Skill Matrix: Qualification Must Have Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree - Yes Design: Presentation Design, Poster Design, Document Design, Technical Illustrations, and Photo Manipulation - 2 years Experience: Familiarity with R&D/STEM content - 3 years Technical Writing - 5 years Program/Project Management OR Analysis:Reviewing Specification Requirements - 3 years Translates Business Requirements into Technical Specifications - 3 years Soft Skills: Strong customer service skills and communication - Yes Strong Verbal and Written Communication - Yes Software: MS Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) - 5 years Writing/Editing: Content Writing - 5 years Experience writing hardware documentation - 0 years 3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply. This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future. This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role. Due to the nature of the work, a United States Government Clearance is required to be eligible for the position.