Overview

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) has an opening for a part-time Technical Writer to support the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in Portsmouth, VA. This position under the C5ISC Engineering Services Division Sensors Electronics Branch (ESD-SEB) will provide remote technical writing services for the Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS). To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• The Technical Writer will revise or write standardized material for reports, manuals, related technical publications, and administrative publications regarding NAIS support operations.

• In addition, the Technical Writer will revise any recommendations of changes to the current NAIS documentation dependent upon the approval of the USCG.

• Work with NAIS personnel, both Government and Contractors, in the preparation of deliverable documentation identified within the scope of work or as directed by the COR.

• Use available blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to assist in the preparation and delivery of required documentation.

• Organize material and complete writing assignments according to set USCG standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology, and must maintain records and files of work and revisions, select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to ensure documentation is in line with current USCG and NAIS policies and procedures.

• Assist in laying out material for publication, arrange for typing, duplication, and distribution of material.

• Specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.

• Adhere to the USCG standard documenting procedures and formats. Deviations will be approved by the COR when necessary.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in technical writing from an accredited institution and four (4) years of experience in technical writing, or completion of a DoD/USCG technical "A" school and six (6) years of experience in technical writing is required.

• Able to obtain a Public Trust.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Office tools and applications.

• High level of attention to detail.

• Experience working U.S. Coast Guard C5I services preferred.

Posted Salary Range

$37.23/hr

Benefits Information

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

Job: Office & Administrative Support

Travel: None

Organization: ASE - Akima Systems Engineering

Clearance: Able to Obtain Public Trust

Work Type: Remote

Remote: Yes

ReqID: 2024-13158