Advanced Technology & Research Corporation (www.atrcorp.com) is seeking to fill the following full-time permanent position. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR is an equal-opportunity engineering company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines for the U.S. government and Fortune 500 commercial customers.
Salary for the position is competitive according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Dental insurances, free basic life/ADD, long-term and short-term disability insurances, 401(k) plan, educational assistance program, and paid time off.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will join ATR's Engineering and Systems Division, working as a member of the Technical Writing Teamat our government client site, located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division. This is a full-time permanent position.
- Edit reports, manuals, white papers, and other technical documents submitted by engineers and scientists to ensure proper grammar, usage, consistency, and clarity in the presentation of the technical content
- Organize and maintain documentation structure and files
- Format documents according to U.S. Navy technical report editorial style to ensure that all documentation meets established standards for quality and compliance
- Editorially manage the review process and distribution of finalized documents, working with authors, subject matter experts, senior personnel, and other stakeholders
- Assist in managing physical and electronic libraries of published documents
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- BS or BA in liberal arts (preferably technical communication or English), science, or engineering
- 2–5 years’ experience in editing and/or writing about science, engineering, and/or technology
SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to edit and proofread technical writing, ensuring that complex concepts are written clearly and concisely
- Strong ability to use software tools for document creation and formatting, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Experience with image editing and/or LaTeX is a plus.
- Very strong writing and editing skills
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects without direct supervision
- Highly organized, with a penchant for detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident, energetic, and able to work in a team environment
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance or favorable adjudication of a national security background investigation. Current completion of a successful background investigation is a plus.Qualified candidates should send their resume to [email protected]
