ARES Corporation seeks an experienced candidate to support the operation, maintenance, and sustainment of the US Air Force's Launch and Service Contract (LISC). As part of this team, your work will directly support Vandenberg Air Force Base’s efforts to successfully launch rockets into space.
Essential Function:
The Technical Publications Specialist (TPS) 1 will be responsible for creating end-user documents in accordance with the company’s strategies and Government standards under direct supervision.
- The position requires supporting publications from initiation to release under the direction of a Senior Publication Specialist. The TPS will utilize engineering drawings, and other technical data to perform the following:
- Support the implementation of Technical Manual (TM) development and changes using Adobe Frame Maker, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Illustrator based on technical data packages consisting of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), engineering drawings, and Logistics Management Information (LMI) data.
- Collaborate with internal and external team members to update technical publications, operating manuals, user guides and quick reference material.
- Assist with in-process reviews, Certifications/Verifications or Rapid Action Changes of Technical Manuals with operators and peers.
- Process Commercial off-the-Shelf (COTS) Technical Manuals (TMs) as Technical Orders (TOs) using the Contractor Furnished Equipment Notice (CFEN) process.
- Participate in project Integrated Product Teams and provide support to Technical Order Guidance Conferences.
- Perform related duties as required, e.g., support to product support/integrated logistics functions.
- Perform data and configuration management activities associated with implementation of Technical Manuals.
Required Skills
Required Skills:
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment; and, perform work and resolve problems with limited supervision.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; and, strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Adobe Frame Maker, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Microsoft Office applications or other Desktop Publishing Programs
- Working knowledge of materials, components, assemblies, computer, and peripheral hardware designs – parts and associated drawings.
- Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, e.g., Windchill or equivalent.
- Ability to travel to remote sites, e.g., Pillar Point Air Force Station, and Pt. Mugu.
- The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance with includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with S1000D authoring and publishing.
Required Experience
- Bachelors degree in Technical Communication, English or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
- 0-2 years experience with technical writing, preferably in a Sustaining Engineering environment.
SECURITY CLEARANCE STATEMENT: APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A GOVERNMENT SECURITY INVESTIGATION AND MUST MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESS TO CLASSIFIED INFORMATION. ONLY US CITIZENS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A SECURITY CLEARANCE.
ARES is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.
ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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