Amentum is seeking a Senior Operational Documentation Specialist to join our team in Dahlgren, VA.
If you like learning about new systems and leading edge weapon systems capabilities? Come learn and explore new technologies, new software, new hardware, and development tools in support of the Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile Program. Along the way, advise the Government by researching technologies and developing procedures for new Fleet capabilities. Help design, review and contribute to the Navy's new system.
Senior Operational Documentation Specialist Responsibilities Include:
Advising manage and mentor personnel assigned to technical documentation function.
Interfacing with engineers and Fleet personnel regarding the editing and publication of various types of documents such as Fleet Documentation, Operating Proeedures, and Targeting Tactics for the Strategic Weapons System.
Overseeing development of operational procedures. Track and monitor flow of all documents from inception to distribution of final copies. Identify and correct problem areas as they arise.
Providing final quality assurance check for all document deliverables.
Utilizing appropriate computer software for document text production. Investigate and implement best ways to produce documentation electronically.
Establishing and maintaining electronic and/or hardcopy data library of documents.
Generating documents autonomously in support of research and development scientist and engineers.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from an accredited college or university; or five (5) years of a demonstrated knowledge base and subject matter expertise in the discipline of operational/technical documentation functions and applications, including the qualifications below; or US Naval operational experience at the E7 level or higher.
Ten (10) years of work-related experience demonstrating both a comprehensive knowledge of word processing software applications and office practices and a high degree of skill in applying software functions to prepare complex and detailed documents in Microsoft (MS) Office including MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Project.
Demonstrated expertise in preparing and/or maintaining documentation pertaining to programming, systems operation, and user documentation, as well as expertise in translating business specifications into user documentation, and planning, writing, and maintaining systems and user support documentation efforts. Demonstrated familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
Six (6) years of concurrent specialized experience in three or more of the following areas with the provision that all areas of specialized experience are covered by the group of Documentation Specialists: Operation of SLBM Fire Control Systems or Tomahawk Weapons Control Systems; operating experience in SSBN Weapons Systems; or direct fleet documentation support.
Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of the documentation and the strategic, combat and/or weapon system equipment it supports, including targeting, operational, and training documentation.
Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
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