Description:Lockheed Martin’s SOF GLSS Team, the leading provider of a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance and sustainment services is seeking a Technical Writer/ Publications Developer to join the SOF GLSS team in Lexington, KY. The candidate will perform classified duties supporting multiple Special Operations groups.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Technical Writer/ Publications Developer your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Perform modification of military aircraft (both rotary- and fixed-wing) to meet evolving operational needs
• Translate design drawings into technical publications
• Interface with design engineers and platform maintainers to generate end-user documentation
• Attention to detail and adherence to strict publication standards is a key attribute for the role
Responsibilities:
• Translate design drawings into technical publications
• Interface with design engineers and platform maintainers
• Ensure accuracy and adherence to strict publication standards
Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in Technical Writing, English, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing or equivalent experience/combined education
• Familiarity with military aircraft and modification processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with design drawings and end-user documentation.
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Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Commands (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more about SOF GLSS here.
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We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.
This position is located in Lexington, KY Discover Lexington
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
Demonstrated competency using technical data to generate or modify technical publications in a team environment.
Experience with Department of Defense technical publications and standards.
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of provisioning or spares analysis based on technical data/drawings.
Knowledge of rotary-wing or fixed-wing military aircraft.
Familiarity with Air Force Technical Orders (TOs), Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), or other Air Force technical manuals.
Familiarity with Modification Work Orders (MWOs), Field Maintenance Manuals (FMMs), Special Mission Equipment (SME) instructions, or Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).
Prior use of CorelDRAW, AutoCAD, CATIA, or other graphics software to create document graphics.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Logistics
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First
Knowledge of provisioning or spares analysis based on technical data/drawings.
Knowledge of rotary-wing or fixed-wing military aircraft.
Familiarity with Air Force Technical Orders (TOs), Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), or other Air Force technical manuals.
Familiarity with Modification Work Orders (MWOs), Field Maintenance Manuals (FMMs), Special Mission Equipment (SME) instructions, or Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).
Prior use of CorelDRAW, AutoCAD, CATIA, or other graphics software to create document graphics.