Technical Writer

CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain a Public Trust: US Citizenship required

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer for the FAA – PSS Contract , supporting the Civilian Division.

• BA/BS degree required
• 5 years of experience required
• Ability to complete and pass a Public Trust Security Investigation (US Citizenship required for all applicants)

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain professional, positive relationships with a wide variety of customers, including senior executives, engineers, technicians, managers, and administrative staff.
• 2 years of experience using QuickSilver software in processing and preparing technical documentation
• 2 years of experience with Adobe Communique (CQ5) Software
• Must be able to write in a wide variety of formats, styles, and “voices.”
• Able to apply advanced concepts and strategies when writing and editing.
• Able to produce high quality work under tight and sometimes shifting deadlines.
• Able to grasp and communicate highly technical information without a background in that area.
• Must be comfortable asking questions of technical experts.
• Must have a disciplined work ethic and the ability to prioritize and juggle projects.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must enjoy working collaboratively within a small team of communications professionals.
• Proficient in the use of the MS Office Suite (Word professional documentation styles, features and production, Excel, PowerPoint.