TECHNICAL WRITER II - RC6

McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs.

MRC is currently seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development. Individual should be creative and self-motivated who is quick thinking, works well with clients and co-workers and very dependable, to develop IETM content data in XML format in accordance with MIL-STDs.

The qualified candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of electronic technical manuals standards/procedures. All of the work will be performed in a government provided development environment. All prospective candidates must have a clear understanding of technical manual structure and be familiar with DoD IETM and Tech Manual guidelines and processes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and updates of IETMs, including:

• Gathering source data
• Writing
• Editing
• Proofreading
• Formatting
• Tracking inconsistencies
• Managing data modules
• Quality control

The fast-paced environment demands the ability to manage multiple projects with discipline and deadlines. We are seeking high-energy, dependable, self-starters with the following qualities:

• Successful communication skills
• Customer oriented with flexibility to multi-task and perform a wide range of activities
• Excellent computer skills

Desired Skill Sets/Experience:

• Interface with engineers and technical professionals in the writing, editing, and publication of various types of documentation
• IETM development, using XML content management database applications
• Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• MS Office proficiency
• Desktop publishing software to automate authoring and publishing processes for technical documentation (e.g. PTC Arbotext, Adobe Frame Maker).
• Experience with JIRA a plus
• MilStd24784C and/or S1000D Experience
• 2 years’ experience developing Technical Manuals or working with engineering on technical drawings, blueprints

• BS/BA in computer science, graphic design, XML publishing/development or related field is desired.
• Equivalent experience can be substituted for a degree if the experience is directly related to the authoring of Electronic Technical Manuals (ETMs) or Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).

• Must be able to meet customer facility COVID requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

McLaughlin Research Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, and train for all positions without regard to age, race, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, pregnancy, minorities, genetic information, status as a person with a disability, amnesty or status as a protected veteran, and to base all such decisions upon the individual's qualifications and ability to perform the work assigned, consistent with contractual requirements and all federal, state and, local laws.

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