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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining technical manuals, user guides, and training documentation, with a strong focus on clarity and accuracy. Proficient in collaborating with technical SMEs and managing multiple documentation projects while adhering to Army technical publication standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical WritingTraining Documentation DevelopmentArmy Technical Manuals (TMs)Microsoft Office ProficiencyActive Secret Clearance
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Hard Skills
Technical WritingDocumentation SkillsTask-Oriented Procedure DevelopmentEditingProofreadingTechnical Documentation ReviewTraining Needs AnalysisConfiguration ManagementSoftware DocumentationQuality Control
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationIndependent WorkCollaborationProject Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Visio
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Secret Clearance
Industry Keywords
Army Technical PublicationsC5ISRTactical CommunicationsNetworkingCommand and Control SystemsMIL-STDTechnical Data Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Research, develop, review, update, and maintain technical manuals, operator/user guides, training materials, and associated documentation
- Develop, revise, and maintain technical manuals, operator manuals, user guides, quick-reference guides, job aids, and training documentation
- Develop, organize, and maintain practical exercises, examinations, student handouts, background material, instructional aids, and training aids
- Review engineering documentation, system specifications, manufacturer manuals, software documentation, test reports, and other technical source material
- Convert complex technical procedures into clear, sequential, task-oriented instructions
- Develop and update task-based training materials, including performance steps, conditions, standards, troubleshooting procedures, system configuration procedures, and operator tasks
- Incorporate engineering change proposals, software updates, hardware modifications, configuration changes, lessons learned, and field feedback into technical documentation
- Assist in developing IMI products
- Conduct quality-control reviews for technical accuracy, grammar, terminology, formatting, consistency, and usability
- Participate in equipment demonstrations, technical interchange meetings, training events, and field exercises
- Maintain working knowledge of assigned communications systems, software applications, network architectures, and associated support equipment
- Coordinate with Training Developers and Team Leads to align technical documentation with training strategy and mission requirements
- Support technical publication validation, verification, and Logistics Demonstration process development
- Assist in developing documentation for Contract Deliverable Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
- Determine learning strategies required to meet customer learning needs
- Assist with training needs analysis, implementation planning, sustainment, and validation/verification activities
- Interface with government personnel to identify required activities, conduct collaborative planning, review deliverables, and resolve issues
Requirements
What you’ll need- Active Secret clearance
- BA degree or 12-15 years of prior relevant experience
- Experience developing technical manuals, user guides, training documentation, or other technical publications
- Experience interpreting and documenting complex technical systems, equipment, software, or communications processes
- Ability to work effectively with technical SMEs and extract accurate information from highly technical discussions and source documentation
- Strong technical writing, editing, proofreading, and documentation skills
- Ability to develop task-oriented, step-by-step procedures
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify technical inconsistencies or missing information
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and/or Visio
- Ability to manage multiple documentation projects, revisions, and competing deadlines
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with government and contractor personnel
- Must be able to travel at least 40% of the year
- Experience supporting U.S. Army C5ISR, tactical communications, networking, or Command and Control systems
- Experience with Army technical publications and documentation processes
- Previous experience as a Training Developer, Technical Writer, Instructor, Maintainer, Communications Specialist, or SME
- Experience developing or revising Army Technical Manuals (TMs) and associated training products
- Familiarity with MIL-STD, Army publication standards, configuration management, and technical data management
- Experience working with software-intensive systems and documenting procedures associated with software updates and configuration changes
- Ability to regularly sit, walk, and/or stand throughout various times during the day
- Ability to use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office and maintenance power equipment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Full-time position with benefits
- Retirement match