Job Title: Specialist, Technical Writing

Job Code: IMS20221512-94800

Job Location: Nashville, TN

L3Harris, ForceX division is an industry leader specializing in Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) software development and geospatial application technology programs. Our tightly integrated hardware and software solutions enables front-line special operations aviators to save lives by allowing aircrew members to operate efficiently when protecting friendly ground forces. We are the Trusted Choice of End-Users in the Special Operations Aviation Community. Working at L3Harris ForceX puts you at the forefront of ongoing advancements in an exciting industry and makes you a valued contributor toward changing the way people interact with technology. We believe success comes from teamwork, enthusiasm and striving for excellence.

Located in the vibrant West End area of Nashville, Tennessee near the University of Vanderbilt campus and Centennial Park, L3Harris ForceX is more than just a place to work. We are excited to offer an exceptional, comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits package which includes company paid life insurance, and a 9/80 work schedule. We enjoy a culture of dedication, innovation and creativity where we approach work with a positive outlook every day, while at the same time, integrating and engineering software that interfaces with some of the newest and coolest hardware on the planet.

Job Description:

The role of Technical Writer will be responsible for writing, rewriting, and/or editing technical documents, such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, configuration manuals, and related technical publications to communicate technical specifications and instructions clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences. In addition, the Technical Writer will participate in peer reviews or editing documentation with other authors and will be assisting new products initiatives by tailoring product documentation for individual user requirements and recommending formats responsive to technical and customer requirements.

The Specialist Technical Writer may be responsible for providing guidance, coaching, delegation, and training to other technical writers.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Responsibilities:

• Ability to manage revolving deadlines and meeting schedules for multiple assigned programs teams with minimal coordination by Manager
• Proficient level of consistency in documentation quality with minimal supervision and need for correction
• Practical knowledge of project management with general supervision
• Ability to comprehend, assimilate, and document numerous software applications
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills inside and outside own department
• Excellent grammar skills
• Understanding of technical writing conventions and advanced documentation layout and formatting skills
• Ability to comprehend and clearly communicate complex technical data
• Advanced data organizational skills; ability to link content across topics
• Highly motivated, independent individual
• Ability to produce documentation in accordance with established style guides
• Comply with and suggest improvements to document configuration management processes
• Research, propose, and implement more efficient customer-specific documentation, system, and process solutions
• Actively participate in and integrate on teams committed to continuous improvement

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Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (STEM preferred) and 4 years of prior relevant experience, graduate degree with 2 years prior relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with InDesign and the Adobe Creative Suite AND at least one other desktop publishing tools, such as: Camtasia, FrameMaker, MadCap, WebX, or Captivate.

Preferred Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Strong working knowledge of military airborne and ground-based mission system operation and sustainment
• Experience documenting software releases, interactive technical manuals, how-to guides, and help guides.
• Experience producing interactive media to support software and hardware programs.
• Experience in data-based documentation, XML / HTML5, or web outputted documentation