Bionetics is looking for Technical Writer @ AFPSL-Heath, Ohio

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A PDF copy of the job posting can be found at: http://www.bionetics.com/Careers/AFPSLTOwriterFY12.pdf

POSITION TITLE:   Technical Writer
LOCATION:   U.S. Air Force Primary Standards Laboratory (AFPSL), 813 Irving-Wick Dr. West, Heath, Ohio 43056
SUPERVISOR:   Technical Order Department Manager
CLASSIFICATION:   Non-Exempt
HOURS:   Full-Time Monday thru Friday (40 Hrs) some OT may be required   
SALARY:         $22.74 to $27.82 per hour

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Technical Writer is responsible for the development and revision of calibration procedures/technical orders for AFPSL and U.S. Air Force calibration technicians.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
1.   HS Diploma or related equivalent experience.
2.   Completion of the DOD Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) School.
3.   Minimum of five years of work experience in a U.S. Air Force PMEL.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:   
1.   Experience with U.S. Air Force Calibration Procedure Technical Orders.
2.   Good communication and interpersonal skills.
3.   Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word) required.
4.   Understanding of the U.S. Air Force Equipment Management System and Federal Supply System.
5.   Excellent working knowledge of metrology and calibration principles, practices and issues in the RF/Microwave (K3/K4) section. Particularly in the areas of Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Electronic Counters and Network Analyzers.
6.   Understanding of metrology mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate test accuracy ratios/test uncertainty ratios, root sum squared calculations and simple uncertainty analysis.
7.   Excellent documentation and customer service skills.
8.   Excellent attention to detail.
9.   Demonstrates ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
10.   Travel may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Essential/Typical Duties:
1.   Use Air Force PMEL knowledge to develop, write, and edit material for Air Force 33K Series Technical Orders, with an emphasis regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
2.   Read commercial data and other materials to become familiar with specific calibration methodologies and product test parameters.
3.   Organize material and complete writing assignment in accordance with set process standards for order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
4.   Coordinate Technical Order development and changes with Air Force Metrology and Calibration (AFMETCAL).
Non-Essential Duties:
Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasionally requires:

• Climbing
• Stooping
• Kneeling

Often requires:

• Reaching
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Sitting
• Standing
• Talking
• Hearing
• Walking

Lifting/Moving Requirements:
•   Up to 20 pounds
Environmental Conditions:
•   Office Conditions
 

All qualified candidates should submit their resumes (and any relevant documents) to:
Greg Stern – Re: Tech Writer

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (800) 868-0330 ext. 3716

Fax: (757) 952-3700

Mailing Address:            
The Bionetics Corporation
Attn: Greg Stern
Re: Tech Writer
101 Production Drive, Suite 100
Yorktown, VA 23693

EOE M/F/D/V/ Employability in the U.S. only and pre-employment drug screen required.