The Technical Publications Specialist will support the Space Force contract in Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create end-user documents in accordance with the company's strategies and standards.
Support publications from initiation to operational use.
Identify, modify, and implement technical data packages consisting of an Engineering Change Proposal (ECP), engineering drawings, and Logistics Management Information (LMI), ide Technical Manual (TM) development and changes using Adobe Frame Maker, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Illustrator.
Collaborate with other team members' engineers, drafters, and internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create technical publications and other required documentation.
Perform in-process reviews, certifications, and verifications of Technical Manuals with operators, peers, and customers.
Coordinate and support Engineering in Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
Participate in project meetings with direct contact with the Engineering and Government customer.
Coordinate and handle multiple tasks and projects and provide guidance for the same to IPT members throughout the development lifecycle.
Perform data and configuration management activities associated with implementation of Technical Manuals and other required documentation.
Develop required Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) products.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
This position requires US Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of technical communication or english.
Must have 2+ years of recent and related work experience in an engineering or technical publication environment.
This position requires an active secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Proficiency with Adobe Frame Maker, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Microsoft Office applications or other Desktop Publishing Programs.
Working knowledge of engineering materials, components, assemblies, computer, and peripheral hardware designs parts.
Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, e.g., Windchill or equivalent.
DESIRED:
Familiarity with S1000D authoring and publishing, preferred.
WORK LOCATION:
This position is currently located onsite but may be eligible for telecommuting after initial training period is complete.
This position may require some travel.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.
STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:
Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
Must have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
Must be organized with good time management skills.
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
BASTION BENEFITS:
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, and flexible work schedules (when available). We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
ABOUT BASTION:
Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:
At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.
SALARY RANGE: $90,000.00 - $92,000.00/Yr
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
