**PENDING CONTRACT AWARD**
The Technical Writer - III at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) writes, edits, creates and coordinates with the development of technical reports, memorandums, presentations, brochures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, technical manuals, etc., for internal documentation, customer reference, or publication.
Duties and Responsibilities
Gathers and translates technical information into concise language and mission specific language and format while maintaining meaning and increasing usability
Researches and analyzes documents so that they adhere to appropriate style, regulations, format, classification markings, and applicable literature
Works with writers, analysts, and researchers to improve the general quality and effectiveness of communications, verifies copy with appropriate departments, and will coordinate production and distribution of materials
Directs and maintains a production list of work in progress, in coordination with the customer’s requests and requirements
Receives assignments and technical information from a supervisor then takes direction from the customer in coordination with the supervisor
Researches catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and servicing equipment
Integrates charts, sketches, drawings, lists, specifications, mockups, and photographs to delineate technology, operating procedures, and production sequence and detail
Organizes material and completes writing assignments in accordance with set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology
Maintains records and versions and revisions of documents
Incorporates photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate processes
Organizes information for publication layouts
Drafts test plans, test reports, and supplemental information as requested
Develops, writes, and edits 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
Observes production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail
Interviews production and engineering personnel
Reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods
Reviews manufacturer's and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment
Studies 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
Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding
Selects photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material
Assists in laying out material for publication and arranges for typing, duplication and distribution of material, write speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases
Edits, standardizes, or makes changes to material prepared by other writers or plant personnel
Specializes in writing material regarding work methods and procedures
Provides technical editing for test related documentation
Supports the development of technical documentation (e.g., operations and maintenance manuals, training materials, systems specifications, checklists, procedures, and master task listings
Develops technical documentation from rough drawings and sketches, incomplete documentation, or documentation in foreign languages
Performs other duties as assigned
