Technical Editor / Writer

Description

Job Description:

About the Antarctic Support Contract:

Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime contractor to the National Science Foundation (NSF) in support of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). Leidos supports the NSF’s Office of Polar Program’s Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements:

• Vision:  Expanding our scientific reach in Antarctica through increased operational and logistical effectiveness.
• Mission:  To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class science in Antarctica and maintain its active and influential presence on the continent.
• Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three geographically remote research stations; McMurdo Station, Palmer Station, and South Pole Station and several deep field sites across Antarctica. Each station or field site supports world class research across multiple science disciplines.  The planning and implementation of science support requirements in Antarctica is a critical part of our mission.

Leidos is seeking a Technical Editor / Writer for the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) and the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) in Centennial, CO.

Telework is allowed for this position at the managers discretion, however, a candidate local to the Denver, CO area is strongly preferred. Physical office presence is expected on a regular basis in the future.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Provide technical editing/writing support for operations & maintenance manuals, policies, procedures, contract deliverables, and other program publications.
• Organizing, editing, and maintaining technical records and files, acquiring subject knowledge by interviewing operations staff, observing operational methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals, and conducting quality review of materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with three years of professional experience as a technical writer/editor; two years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others is essential, including training of employees in business writing principles.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to efficiently plan and accomplish goals.
• Prepare contract-deliverable documentation for submittal to the client.
• Proficiency in the use of word-processing, desktop-publishing, and document-control software and techniques required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, including the use, creation, and modification of built-in or user-created styles, is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates having relevant experience developing and delivering business writing and related trainings, both in-person and online.
• Candidates familiar with the operation and maintenance of life support systems (HVAC, fire suppression systems, digital controls) and able to read and understand design drawings, desired but not required. Experience working with designers, engineers, and maintenance personnel highly desired.
• Adobe InDesign and/or Structured Framemaker, Adobe Photoshop (or equivalent), and Microsoft Vis experience preferred.
• Experience using and adhering to the Chicago Manual of Style, 17th edition is also desired but not required.

*** Deployment to Antarctica may be required at the discretion of management (approximately 2 months per year). The individual in the position must successfully complete the physical and dental examinations as required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action. ***

Pay Range:

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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