EPS Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Technical Writer to support programs for the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense (DoD) in Panama City, Florida. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining clear and accurate technical documentation to support engineering, operations, and program management teams.
3-5 years of relevant experience in technical documentation writing and editing.
Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to detail
Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
Excellent written skills in English
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be a self-starter and able to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines
Strong organization skills, attention to detail and excellent follow-through skills are required
Determine the needs of end users of technical documentation
Study product samples and talk with product designers and developers
Work with technical staff to make products easier to use and thus need fewer instructions
Organize and write supporting documents for products
Use photographs, drawings, diagrams, animation, and charts that increase users’ understanding
Select appropriate medium for message or audience, such as manuals or online videos
Gather usability feedback from customers, designers, and manufacturers
Revise documents as new issues arise
Review materials for clarity, punctuation, grammar, and standardized content; work closely with researchers and developers
Provide Technical Writing in support of Life Cycle Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) products in the form of Technical Manuals (TM), Training, and Allowance Parts Lists (APL) for government sponsored systems
Use Microsoft Office to develop equipment maintenance and support products.
Review materials for clarity, punctuation, grammar, and content; work closely with designers and manufacturer
Perform informational research and gathering of vendor spec sheets to be used as Engineering Data for Provisioning (EDFP)
Participate in Maintenance Demonstrations and procedure validations of designed equipment
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