Ysl - Publications Development Specialist Ii

Yulista Services LLC
Regular
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The position of Publications Development Specialist II provides direct support of the Logistics Engineering department by developing, reviewing, and providing feedback on technical content for technical publications including instruction manuals, procedural information, illustrations, and all other source documentation required to effectively communicate complex technical information into reproducible technical publications.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Develop required technical content for various technical publications including installation manuals, maintenance manuals, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of all publication changes and source documentation and be able to provide metrics to management.
• Perform reviews and provide feedback of developed technical publications and associated source materials in accordance with current source materials provided to develop the publications.
• Develop new or edit existing source illustrations into technical illustrations for use in applicable technical publications.
• Conduct training for junior department personnel in qualified areas of Publications Development and ensure proper documentation of training is accomplished.
• Working knowledge and understanding of all regulations, policies, and processes used in the performance of assigned duties.
• Effectively communicate needs and requirements to senior developers and supervisors when executing assigned tasks.
• Participate in meetings/conferences as needed to provide input or address comments/concerns.
• Prepare visual aids such as charts, graphs, forms, etc. to accompany technical documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. This position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Working knowledge of MIL-PRF-63002, MIL-PRF-63029, MIL-STD-40051, MIL-HDBK-1222, and MIL-STD-2361 standards.
• Developed computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; highly proficient in Extensible Markup Language (XML).
• Effectively utilize digital software such as Technical Illustrator, and Corel Designer, IsoDraw, SolidWorks to create technical illustrations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to accurately interpret and convey in-depth processes and procedures to supervisors, co-workers and personnel outside the department.
• Professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
• Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas with limited information in high stress situations and environments.
• Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Services, LLC goals.
• Ability to effectively multi-task.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• BA/BS Degree or actively enrolled in a 4-year course study leading up to a BA/BS degree and seven years of task related experience.
• Well versed in Adobe Acrobat, MS Office applications, use of mark -up language software and publishing systems, illustration software, and SharePoint.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government secret security clearance.
• Aviation maintenance experience on rotary and/or fixed wing platforms preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the use of XML development/editing software.
• Experience with Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).
EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.