Technical Writer / Electrical Designer

A position is available for a Technical Writer / Electrical Designer to support a U.S. Naval craft program. Responsibilities include:

·         [90%] Development and revision of operator and maintenance manuals for electrical and electronic systems.

o   Documentation is created and/or updated in SGML- or XML-based programs for digital technical manual production.

o   Documentation conforms to government standards and specifications.

·         [10%] Development of design drawings, material/parts specifications, engineering calculations, and engineering reports and feasibility studies.

o   Drawings are created and/or updated in AutoCAD 2000.

o   Drawings conform to government standards and specifications.

 

Qualifications and requirements are as follows:

·         4-8 years professional experience preferred (college degree is a plus).

·         Strong electrical background or aptitude.

o   Knowledge of power distribution, communication, navigation, and lighting systems preferred.

o   Mechanical aptitude is a plus.

·         Above average computer skills.

o    Proficiency in AutoCAD 2000 or later preferred.

o    SGML experience, or equivalent, a plus (if none, on-the-job training required).

·         Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.

·         Strong initiative and commitment to deadlines.

·         Above average writing skills.

·         Technical publications experience preferred.

·         Military and/or Department of Defense experience a plus.

Work conditions are as follows:

·         Full-time, on-site presence required (remote work is not an option)

·         6:30 - 8:30 / 3:00 - 5:00 core hours

·         Background check required

·         Periodic travel may be required

·         Benefits available (401K, medical and dental coverage)

·         Salary negotiable

Please send resumes to dave.cookman@mscorp.net and john.donnell@mscorp.net.
EOE/M/F/D/V