Technical Editor/Writer Iii

Solution One Industries, Inc (SOI) serves the Federal, State, Local and Prime sectors by delivering management, training and logistics experience to enhance the technical, logistics support, and service capability of its clients. SOI has been providing administrative and management support, including engineering services, document management, base and logistics support services support to the Department of Defense (DoD), State and Local Governments, other federal agencies and commercial enterprises for several years.

Solution One Industries, Inc. has earned the reputation for being one of the most respected government contractors in the country and abroad.  Founded in Killeen in 2003, Solution One Industries, Inc. is consistently recognized for our service to our government clients and the local community.  Among the many reasons for our continued success is our team of bright, dedicated professionals. 

The work environment at Solution One Industries places a high value on family, hard work, community service, mutual respect, and the common goal of exceeding the expectations of our clients. Simply put, our team members enjoy working toward the common goal of success, and we enjoy supporting their efforts.  For opportunities in your area, check out our Careers page at www.1soi.com/careers.

Technical Editor/Writer III

About the Position

Write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as Integrated Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3 years of professional experience; or 1 year of professional experience with a related master's degree.
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team, including virtual teams, as required.
• Ability to author technical content that adheres to required standards, style guidance, contract requirements, and using clear and concise language.
• Familiar with structured authoring and XML authoring tools.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret clearance required.
• Experience authoring to military standards, especially 40051-2C and S1000D.
• Experience with XML authoring tools, such as ArborText.
• Familiarity with Simplified Technical English.
• Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, write, and edit material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.
• Receive assignments from supervisor, observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
• Interview production and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods, and reviews manufacturers and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail, organizes material, and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology; and reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding.
• Navigate specialized writing material regarding work methods and procedures.

Job Type:  Full-time, Exempt

Work Location:  Lexington, Ky

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Solution One Industries is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Solution One Industries is committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Solution One Industries maintains a drug-free workplace and performs preemployment drug testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Solution One Industries is an E-Verify Employer.

Solution One Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.