Design Specialist/ Technical Editor (Patuxent River, MD)

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AMEWAS, Inc., is a Department of Defense (DoD) Contractor supporting our Federal customers nationwide.  We are headquartered in California, Maryland with satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California. 

At AMEWAS, Inc., you will find a community where people bond around shared values, feel valued and have a voice in decisions that affect them.  Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance; they are constantly recognized by our customers and peers.  Join us to find out why.
 
The position:
AMEWAS, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and talented Design Specialist/ Technical Editor to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. This position is classified as AMEWAS labor category Technical Writer.

About the location: 
Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

A typical day as a Design Specialist/ Technical Editor may include:

• Provide Direct support to the DAiTA communications team.
• Research, outline, write, and edit content, working closely with various departments to understand project requirements.
• Gather information from subject-matter experts and develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
• Work with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, revise and edit, and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage.
• Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that adhere to organizational and legal standards and allow for easy data migration.
• Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with consistent voice across all documentation.
• Develop comprehensive documentation that meets organizational standards.
• Gain deep understanding of products and services, and translate complex information into simple, polished, engaging content.
• Write user-friendly content that meets the needs of target audience, turning insights into language for user success.
• Develop and maintain detailed database of reference materials, including research, usability tests, and design specifications.
• Evaluate current content and develop innovative methods for improvement.

Must-haves:

• HS diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of and experience with basic editing and writing practices
• Experience editing speeches, reports, manuals, presentations, etc.
• Experience filling out detailed forms and adhering to a specified format (content and design)
• Ability to evaluate and analyze complex information
• A natural desire to help people understand complex concepts with a proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex subject matter
• Desire to learn basic graphic design skills/principles/etc.
• Experience with the following tools: Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Familiar with the following tools: Microsoft Visio, Adobe Acrobat DC, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Customer Service experience
• Interviewing experience
• Experience organizing and storing/filing large amounts of documentation (physical and/or digital)
• Ability to problem solve under stress
• Experience in writing documentation and procedure manuals for various audiences
• Basic understanding and/or familiarization with software development, computer science, engineering, or related fields
• Experience working with engineers to improve user experience (ex: design, UI), refine content, and create visuals and diagrams for technical support content

Skills crucial to success at AMEWAS, Inc.:
Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets.  Is reliable, possesses initiative, and works well as an individual or part of a team.

Physical environment and working conditions:
The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.  Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.  In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site. 

Refer to a friend:
If you know someone who may be interested, please share this posting.  We are a growing team and there may be more opportunities like this one here at AMEWAS, Inc.! 

More about Us:
AMEWAS, Inc. a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor, has provided support to our Federal customers for over 35 years. One of our missions is to find the best available talent to meet our organizational objectives. We closely measure performance, provide varying incentives, and strive to develop top performers. We value diversity. We celebrate the differences and uniqueness each employee brings to help us accomplish our goals. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

AMEWAS participates with E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
It is the policy of AMEWAS, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.  
Additionally, AMEWAS, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known or perceived disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.  Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may call 301-863-7102.  Finally, AMEWAS, Inc. strictly follows guidelines regarding the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com for more information about our company.

Our excellent benefits and perks:
Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and longevity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development, optimum working conditions, and unique benefits; some of which are listed below:
 

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement & outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Discounted gym membership

 To learn more about our organization and our Equal Employment Opportunity policies, please visit http://www.amewas.com.

It is the policy of AMEWAS, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.  Additionally, AMEWAS, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known or perceived disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.  Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may call 301-863-7102.  Finally, AMEWAS, Inc. strictly follows guidelines regarding the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Please note:  AMEWAS, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes.  Unsolicited resumes or applications submitted by a third party will not be reviewed.  Job applicants only.  No staffing agencies, recruiters or headhunters, please.
 

Department: AARDT&E- Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time position
McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA): No
Remote Work Eligibility: Not eligible for remote work
Required Clearance Level: Secret