[Remote] Technical Writer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Butler Aerospace & Defense is seeking an experienced technical writer to work in our writing group authoring maintenance publications, specifically the testing and troubleshooting discipline. This position is in support of contracted technical publication revision services and the creation of new publications.ResponsibilitiesUnder general direction and according to standard practice, the technical writer works independently on the analysis, organization, and writing of assigned portions of aircraft maintenance publicationsPerforms a variety of duties in preparing technical writing assignments, covering portions of aircraft maintenance publicationsResearch, writing, and development of portions of aircraft maintenance publications according to the governing specification and published standard workDevelop concise, complete, technically accurate, and easy to understand technical information in a timely fashion with a very high level of qualityExercise initiative and judgment in carrying out detail writing assignments working from engineering drawings, specifications, performance data, or other similar literature. Judgment required compiling and selecting technical data for text and illustrationsDevelop and coordinate the revision/creation of technical illustrations with illustrators on form and content of illustrations in support of aircraft maintenance publicationsProvide frequent status to supervisionMeet established internal and external delivery milestonesInterface with engineers over the content and review of the publications when requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this jobSkillsMinimum 5 years technical writing experienceAssociate or Bachelor's degree, or equivalent trade experienceRequires knowledge of technical publications writing. Must have understanding of engineering specifications drawings, designs, and English compositionMust be a U.S. person with the ability to work in the U.SAbility to write maintenance procedures from engineering drawings, specifications, performance data, or other similar literatureAbility to dissect complex and interdependent processes into discrete and detailed steps to enhance end-user's ability to understand and follow the directionsAbility to read and interpret assembly/installation blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, acceptance test procedures (ATPs), OEM and vendor data, and various forms of engineering dataAbility to read and interpret military and commercial specification and standardsStrong analytical and complex problem-solving skillsAbility to self-edit written and graphical workProficient with desktop publishing using content management softwareProficient with SGML/XML structured document authoring such as Arbortext or equivalentProficient with various research (i.e., customer-specific) applications for technical issuesStrong computer skills with a working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft OfficeS1000D experienceExperience with content management and publishing softwareProfessional communication proficiency with written and verbal English and in-depth knowledge of engineering and other technical terminologyAbility to train and mentor junior writersProfessional communication proficiency to interact effectively with coworkers, supervisor, managers, and customersAbility to work collaboratively with othersAbility to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines in fast-paced and dynamic environmentAbility to demonstrate initiative and be self-motivatedOrganizational skillsTime management skillsDetail orientationTask and goal-orientationQuality-drivenResponsive and time-sensitive to customer's delivery scheduleStrong, customer-focused work ethic and positive attitudeAbility to mentor less experienced and knowledgeable writers on the teamBenefits401KMedicalDentalVisionSick time as applicable to state lawCompany OverviewSTATE-OF-THE-ART, QUALITY, COST-OPTIMIZED SOLUTIONS Founded in 1947, Butler Aerospace & Defense/BAA is a U.S. It was founded in 1947, and is headquartered in Shelton, CT, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.butler.com.