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COLSA Corporation Documentation/Technical Writer in Ogden, Utah
COLSA Corporation is seeking candidates for positions at Hill AFB, Utah in support of a contract that will provide systems engineering and integration support services for intercontinental ballistic missiles. The expected duration of the work is eighteen (18) years!
• Writes technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions under guidance of senior-level staff.
• Revises and edits reports, articles, manuals, specifications, presentation materials, and other technical documents
• Interprets information obtained through research or provided by technical specialists
• Applies knowledge of field-specific documentation content and format standards to prepare, edit, and publish technical materials
• Create and ensure various types of documentation are accurate, readable, well organized and geared toward intended user
• Apply knowledge and skills to develop improvements to documentation systems
• Gather, organize and format information for inclusion in documentation
• Senior-level staff may supervise more-junior staff
*Contingent upon contract award
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here (https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/) .
Required SkillsRequired Experience Required Qualifications
Active Secret clearance required; some positions may require Top Secret/SCI
Education and experience requirements subject to contract and/or internal labor category requirements. Positions may be filled at varying skill-levels.
Documentation/Technical Writer:
One of the following combinations:
+ + Bachelor's degree Journalism, English, Fine Arts, Business, Communications or related field and knowledge in specialized field (preferrably STEM related), e.g., science, engineering, etc. + 4 years of experience
MS degree + 2 years of experience
PHD + 1 year of experience
• Familiarity with one or more of the following areas desirable: Science, Engineering, Management, Finance, Administrative and Acquisition Systems, Regulatory Systems and related areas
• Work experience in tech environments performing technical writing and editing functions
• Expert-level experience in word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint, etc.
• Impeccable written English skills
• Strong team player with outstanding communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer advocate mentality
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Ability to establish and follow style and usage guidelines
• Ability to drive and follow cross-team processes
• Journeyman skillset includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier"
Junior Documentation/Technical Writer:
Bachelor's degree Journalism, English, Fine Arts, Business, Communications or related field
Familiarity with one or more of the following areas desirable: Science, Engineering, Management, Finance, Administrative and Acquisition Systems, Regulatory Systems and related areas
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in support of Minuteman III (MMIII) and Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) ICBMs.
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.