Technical Writer - PM ARES

Technical Writer - PM ARES

Title: Technical Writer - PM ARES
Location: United States-South Atlantic-Maryland
Other Locations:
CHENEGA FEDERAL SYSTEMS, LLC.

Company Job Title: Technical Writer
Chenega Job Title: Intelligence Analyst II
Clearance: Secret
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Reports To: Program Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prepared Date: 12/27/2011
Approved Date: 12/27/2011

Summary: The Program Assistant will provide support services necessary to accomplish the mission and goals of Project Manager, Airborne Reconnaissance and Exploitation Systems (PM ARES) of the Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (PEO IEWS) PM and PEO. ** This position is contingent upon contract award. **

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

· Writes technical specifications, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for internal documentation, customer reference or publications.
· Analyzes technical literature available, writes descriptive copy, and verifies documentation.
· Edit, write, and/or rewrite technical articles, publications, presentations, and other materials to communicate clearly and effectively on research findings, technical developments, and other information to a wide range of external audiences.
· Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the client/customer.

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related scientific or technical discipline with 10 years of experience is preferred. 10 years of direct relevant technical experience may be substituted for education. Previous knowledge or experience with PM ARES is highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A

Clearance: An Active Secret clearance is required

Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Strong analytical thinking skills are required.

Written Communication - Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar errors; vary writing styles to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; read and interpret written information.

Diversity - Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promote a harassment-free environment; build a diverse workforce.

Ethics - Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values.

Strategic Thinking - Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; understand organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyze market and competition; identify external threats and opportunities; adapt strategy to changing conditions.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.

Innovation - Display original thinking and creativity; meet challenges with resourcefulness; generate suggestions for improving work; develop innovative approaches and ideas; present ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills - Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability - Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Chenega Corporation is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related scientific or technical discipline with 10 years of experience is preferred. 10 years of direct relevant technical experience may be substituted for education. Previous knowledge or experience with PM ARES is highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A

Clearance: An Active Secret clearance is required