Technical Writer

What You’ll Do 

• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)s, in compliance with various military, commercial, and SRC proprietary formats
• Develop and deliver technical training materials that meet the needs of a diverse audience, particularly for DoD-related training
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of technical documentation and training materials with relevant standards and guidelines
• Integrate technical manual and training material content using e-learning platforms and XML schemas
• Work closely with subject matter experts, engineers, and other team members to gather information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of technical documentation
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, technologies, and standards related to technical writing and training material development
• Provide technical support and assistance to customers regarding technical documentation and training materials

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or technical writing discipline with 5 or more years of experience in the DoD sector; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience of 4 or more years as a technical writer producing publications compliant with MIL-STD-38784 or similar technical requirements OR as training material developer producing materials meeting DoD requirements
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment
• Experience creating or familiarity with training material development and delivery methods compliant with SAT or similar DoD training requirements
• Possess the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, flexibly shift between projects, and meet strict deadlines, including those set by DoD clients
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, Word, and Project, commonly used in DoD documentation and project management
• Some remote work is possible, but the position routinely requires physical presence at SRCTec facilities in Syracuse NY, particularly for DoD-related projects
• Must be U.S. citizen 

• Familiarity with Arbortext, Captivate, Articulate, or similar authoring tools to produce unstructured and structured technical writing, in line with DoD standards
• Experience developing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM), applying S1000D/MILSTD DTDs, authoring using JavaScript, or using SGML/XML software tools is a big plus for DoD-related projects

SRC is a not-for-profit research and development company that combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible^®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated $82,000 to $96,000. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.