Writer Editor 3\4
CURRENT TOP SECRET SCI CLEARANCE WITH POLYGRAPH REQUIRED FOR THIS POSTION.
The Boeing National Security Programs Team in Annapolis Junction, Maryland is seeking a talented and experienced Technical Writer to work on programs in a growing portfolio of intelligence, security and information systems. The candidate selected for this position will become a member of an exciting program as a technical writer responsible for the production, development and editing of program documentation to include training, programmatic, and technical documentation. Qualified candidates should have the following: experience in the generation of technical documentation relating to Intelligence Community or Department of Defense (DoD) electronic equipment and systems, experience in technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources, experience in the production of defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems, experienced with technical manual standards, experience producing technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies, experience in document management, ability to develop written products independently and with little daily oversight when given general and/or overarching requirements, ability to translate technological concepts into layman terms, excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desirable skills and experience include the ability to document scientific and technical ideas in simple and concise sentences and paragraphs, ability to interpret, translate and document requirements, policies, processes and procedures, ability to manipulate and format documents using MS Word or other well known word processing tool and publishing tools.
General requirements: Analyzes, interprets and develops new, innovative communications solutions for customers. Develops or modifies existing content and configuration management systems and processes. Leads writing and editing production. Determines approaches to content structure and design. Leads critical projects. Defines content organization, nomenclature and navigation systems for multifaceted projects. Resolves issues regarding regulatory and legal requirements. Defines new standards and guidelines. Provides expertise related to emerging trends and technology in the writing industry.
Competencies
General• Communication
Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Customer Focus
Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.
• Work Standards
Establishes criteria and/or work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility; does not accept others' denial of responsibility without questioning.
Technical• Document Management
Basic - Complete knowledge of infrastructure architecture used to account for and correctly archive documents.
Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of infrastructure architecture used to account for and correctly archive documents.
• File Format Conversion
Basic - Complete knowledge of multiple application file properties (e.g., word processing, image capturing, documenting, graphics, page layouts) to convert, translate, and manipulate electronic text and graphic files into a common application.
Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of multiple application file properties (e.g., word processing, image capturing, documenting, graphics, page layouts) to convert, translate, and manipulate electronic text and graphic files into a common application.
• Research Methods
Basic - Complete knowledge of research tools (e.g., search engines, library databases), methods (e.g., search parameters), and appropriate resources (e.g., external experts) to gather needed data.
Preferred - Extensive and specialized knowledge of research tools (e.g., search engines, library databases), methods (e.g., search parameters), and appropriate resources (e.g., external experts) to gather needed data.
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you have BOTH: a) a current Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI); AND b) a current Counter-Intelligence (CI) Polygraph?
Typical Education/Experience
Level 3 - Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 4 - Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Job related information
CURRENT TOP SECRET SCI CLEARANCE WITH POLYGRAPH REQUIRED FOR THIS POSTION. The position is contingent upon clearance verification and program/customer concurrence. Applicants must include security clearance level, investigation type, and investigation date on their resumes to be considered.
- Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
- Division Networks & Space Systems
- Program Information Solutions
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 04/30/2012
