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Maxar is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor to support the research & development, test and evaluation, fielding, documentation development, configuration management, software engineering and integration, training, fielding and sustainment, cybersecurity, and program management of United States Marine Corps (USMC) Signals Intelligence Systems (SIS) programs.

Responsibilities:

Write and edit technical documentation for project systems and software as needed to meet contract requirements. Document processes and procedures in a clear, concise, and accurate manner. Research and compile technical data to create and edit technical documentation. Examples of documentation include but are not limited to:
- Operator and Maintenance Manuals
- Administrator Manuals
- User Manuals
- Maintenance and Technical Instructions
- Software Installation Instructions
- Software Release Notes
- Stock Lists
- Test Plans and Reports
- Training Packages
Interpret and apply concepts for technical writing deliverables based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs), logisticians, tests conducted with the test team, and other available sources.
Collaborate with technical writing team and other functional areas to plan, coordinate, and develop new and revised documents, and to properly anticipate potential and incoming changes/gaps.
Edit and proofread technical documentation to ensure accuracy and clarity of content. Participate in peer reviews of work within the technical writing team and across functional areas.
Create and edit graphics, photos, figures, flowcharts, diagrams, and other visual aids as needed to document technical concepts.
Use style guides, military standards, and existing templates to meet formatting, structure, and classification requirements for all written materials.
Work independently and collaboratively to prepare and maintain documentation for highly complex systems, programming and operations documentation, procedures, and methods. Meet documentation deadlines with minimal input required from management.
Use appropriate software tools to create, manage, format, and publish technical documentation, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Gimp, and Adobe Acrobat/PDF X-Change.

Minimum Qualifications:

US citizenship with an active/current Secret Level Clearance required.
BA degree in English, Journalism, Business Administration, or Technical Writing
5 years of experience in the development of USMC publications to include: writing/editing technical documentation, procedures and guidelines for C4ISR systems or equipment.
Experience producing documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems.
Experience following and applying military and civilian style guide standards to work products.
Understanding of 30-60-90% technical documentation deliverables and ability to project due-outs for documentation timeline.
Familiarity with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), National Stock Numbers (NSNs), Web Federal Logistics Information System (WebFLIS), Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Codes, and H6 naming conventions for documentation specific to the USMC.
Experience using classification guidelines to meet requirements competently and consistently for derivative classification of deliverables.
Advanced experience with hardware and software technical writing.
Strong editing skills.
Must be willing to work on-site.

Active/current TS/SCI clearance.

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In support of pay transparency at Maxar, we disclose salary ranges on all U. S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market within California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, and Washington:

$66,000. 00 - $141,000. 00 annually.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: / maxar. com/careers/benefits

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on Maxar's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Maxar's Career page.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characte.

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