Specialist, Technical Writing, RC-135 Operational Flight Trainer

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Job Title: Specialist, Technical Writing, RC-135 Operational Flight Trainer

Job Code: 31495

Job Location: Offutt AFB, Nebraska

Schedule: 5x8 (mission dependent)

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist, Technical Writing, to support the RC-135 Operational Flight Trainer for our location in Offutt AFB, NE. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating a comprehensive suite of technical documentation that supports the RC-135 Operational Flight Trainers and associated systems. This role requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation. The ideal candidate possesses foundational knowledge of aircraft or simulator systems-or the strong willingness and aptitude to learn them-and applies that understanding to produce accurate and effective technical materials.

Essential Functions:

• Develop, update, and maintain technical documentation including:

• • • • Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals.
      • Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP).
      • Instructor's Utilization Handbook (IUH).
      • System specifications, functional descriptions, user manuals, and special reports.
      • Customer requirements and support documents as required.

• Collaborate with software engineers, maintenance personnel, and training teams to gather information and verify technical accuracy.
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, change notices, and system data to create or update documentation.
• Ensure all documentation meets established standards for clarity, format, terminology, and completeness.
• Support configuration management processes, ensuring documents are properly version-controlled and compliant with customer or regulatory requirements.
• Participate in reviews of technical content and the ability to run the modified ATP after updates.
• Research new or updated system functionality to accurately reflect changes within technical documents.
• Assist in developing document templates, style guides, and process improvements to enhance documentation quality and consistency.
• Communicate effectively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to confirm understanding and maintain accuracy across all published materials.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with four (4) years of technical writing and editing experience.
• Graduate Degree with two (2) years of technical writing and editing experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of eight (8) years of technical writing and editing experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within the first 6 months
• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with military or commercial training systems, simulators, or aviation equipment.
• Familiarity with DoD or aviation documentation standards.
• Experience working in an environment with strict configuration control.
• Graphic or visual design skills for creating illustrations, diagrams, or technical figures.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn complex technical systems.
• Practical knowledge of project management and the ability to manage documentation projects or processes with general supervision.

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