Technical Writer

Job Tittle: Technical Writer
Location: Lexington, MA

Background:
 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, for an audience of internal technical staff and external program partners.

The technical writer will develop and manage 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
-Experience writing manuals, test plans and procedures in engineering-based  environments
-The candidate must be a self-starter and able to manage a diverse work load
-Computer skill requirements include MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint

Preferred:
-A background in science and/or technology is preferred
-Experience with hardware documentation
-Experience using of digital engineering methods
-Experience with single sourcing and component content management
-LaTeX experience.

US Citizenship is required due to nature of the work.

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