Technical Writer jobs in Passaic, NJ

Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is currently seeking an ambitious writer for the position of Technical Writer to join our team! At UTRS, we enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative environment of close-knit team members. As a company, we provide a wide range of leading-edge engineering, management, and digital services to the private and public sectors, including the Department of Defense.

This position will require a keen attention to detail, collaborative writing, and interfacing with Subject Matter Experts about technical and engineering content. This is a new position with potential for advancement and a great opportunity to launch a career in a growing industry.   UTRS offers an excellent compensation package, including health insurance, competitive pay, training and education opportunities, collegial office events, and many other benefits. This position is located at Dover, NJ with the potential to occasionally work remotely.

What will you be doing?

This position will be a key member of the proposal team.  Duties include:

• Technical writing and editing
• An understanding of the Government Contract Data Requirements List (CRDL) document process
• Write and build technical manuals – primarily for US Army Weapon Systems, e.g., Abrams, Bradley, Paladin
• Serve as quality control agent on all edited materials
• Research, collect, and organize content for technical manuals
• Format manuals in MS-Word
• Assist with library building and maintenance
• Attend and participate in strategic meetings
• Work closely with the core team, and interface with technical program managers and contracts,

What skills will the ideal candidate have to be successful?

This position will require the following skillsets and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Writing or English preferred)
• 3 years of writing experience
• Prior experience with military service is a plus.
• Expert-level usage of Microsoft Word and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products
• Comprehension of MIL-STD-40051-2D
• Possess strong working knowledge of XML and tagging procedures.
• Ability to understand source code is a plus
• Familiar with TM health tools such as Source Verifier (SV) and Standard and Business Rule (SABR).
• Ability to quickly learn to use new software
• Highly organized with strong skills in communication and teamwork
• Ability to switch between tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Must submit writing sample

UTRS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UTRS is a drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug testing and background verifications.

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