Technical Writer II

Position Overview Type: Full-Time, SCA

Location: Huntsville, AL

Travel: None expected

Clearance: Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required

Summary/Objective

Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking energetic candidates to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team.

Essential Functions

• Author weapons systems test and evaluation plans, interim data reports, test reports, standard operating procedures, memoranda, and other documents; write portions of documents as necessary and suggest improvements to authors and engineers.
• Verify completeness of test data. Ensure date is incorporated into test reports in proper formats.
• Re-format documents as necessary using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ensure documentation complies with applicable Department of Defense and U.S. Army test and evaluation standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test specifications and documentation, translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise written content and visual representations.
• Assist in maintaining document production metrics used to create status reports.
• Assist in tracking documents' progress through the review and approval process; obtain approval signatures of final test and evaluation reports.
• Apply knowledge of test procedures and applicable standards, including military standards (MIL-STDs), military specifications (MIL-SPECs), military performance specifications (MIL-PRFs), and aerospace guidelines to develop technically accurate documentation that adheres to professional technical writing principles and U.S. Army requirements.

Required Education and Experience

• BA/BS in English, Communications, or related disciplines from an accredited college/university.
• Two (2) to five (5) years' experience in technical writing.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Proficient user of Microsoft's Office 365 suite of software and applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft's SharePoint. Well versed in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat.
• Basic understanding of engineering terminology.
• Experience routinely interacting with engineers from multiple engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technicians and engineers to capture, analyze, and document technical data and operational procedures.
• Preferred weapon system test and evaluation experience.

What We Offer:

• 401(k) Matching
• Company Events
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Performance Incentives
• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.