Kgs is hiring a Technical Writer/Editor to produce and edit Technical Orders (TOs) for Air Force programs, ensuring strict adherence to military specifications and established processes. This position is located onsite at Kirtland AFB and requires candidates to be U.S. citizens eligible for a Secret-level security clearance.
What You'll Do
- Follow established quality standards for TO deliverables and execute plans to meet program objectives.
- Perform initial analysis to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements.
- Develop technical manuals and training documentation as defined by the Project Lead, Performance Work Statement, and Military standards.
- Consistently meet program and quality objectives for technical data products.
- Assist with training less experienced personnel.
What We're Looking For
- Progressively responsible experience editing military publications and using publishing software.
- Extended experience writing aircraft and commodity technical manuals and Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) in compliance with TMCR and military specifications.
- Extensive experience with all manual types including tagged data, SGML, XML structured and unstructured content, Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPBs), job guides, flight manuals, and checklists.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and other operational and maintenance data.
- Knowledge of MIL-STD-38784 and relevant style guides.
- Ability to review illustrations for accuracy, train less experienced writers, and support projects with minimal supervision.
- Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively with all organizational levels.
- Dependable attendance and U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain an active Secret clearance.
Nice to Have
- S1000D experience.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SGML
- XML
Team & Environment
You will report to the Project Lead.
Benefits & Compensation
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K with company matching
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located at Kirtland AFB.
The company has an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
