• Technical Writer - Tech Manual Troubleshooting

    Koniag Government Services (Warren, MI)


    Technical Writer - Tech Manual Troubleshooting

     

    Warren, MI, USA

     

    Req #650

     

    Wednesday, July 2, 2025

    _Job Summary:_

    _The Technical Writer will organize, plan and develop technical writing, in the areas of logistic engineering / maintenance and validation/verification activities for Military Programs. Interface with clients on TM and Logistic Engineering issues under the direction of the Technical Writing Project Lead._

     

    **Essential Functions include but are not limited to: (** _Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.)_

    + Develop technical writing procedures in support of a program to meet schedule and quality guidelines.

    + Follow established plan tomeet overall program objectives as defined by the technical writing project lead.

    + Possess a thorough understanding of the MIL-STD and quality requirements and produce technical manual procedures that meet these requirements.

    + Prepare and submit art requests and technical manual procedures in a timely manner to ensure internal deadlines are met.

    + Perform validation and verification of mechanical and diagnostic processes on equipment in accordance with established procedures and schedules

    + Develop technical manual procedures in accordance with (IAW) the contract and/or military standard.

    + Consistently meet program and quality objectives for technical data products.

    + Follow written or provided technical writing development processes.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Knowledge, Skills & Ability:

    + Requires an accredited bachelor’s degree or at least 10 years progressively responsible experience in the area of Technical Writing and Logistic Engineering.

    + Strong communication, leadership, technical writing and logistic engineering skills are essential.

    + Must be able to interpret engineering drawings, schematics and other engineering/technical documentation.

    + Demonstrated mechanical ability in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance and diagnostics.

    + Past experience performing in depth troubleshooting and diagnostics on automotive, military, or mechanical systems.

    + Strong analytical skills with experience in diagnosing and resolving technical issues in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or electronic systems.

    + Ability to analyze systems and develop step-by-step troubleshooting procedures that systemically isolate faults and provide solutions.

    + Familiarity with diagnostic tools, software, and testing equipment (ex. multimeter, scan tools, proprietary diagnostic software).

    + Exceptional attention to details in engineering data, technical descriptions, diagrams, and procedures.

    + Ability to create or edit technical diagrams, flowcharts, and schematics to aid in development of diagnostic procedures utilizing various engineering data or by analyzing equipment hands-on.

    + Understanding of trouble and fault code systems including Failure Mode Identifiers (FMI), Suspect Parameter Numbers (SPN), Parameter Identifiers (PIDS), and Controller Area Network (CAN) bus communications.

    + Ability to support projects with minimal supervision.

    + Ability to multitask and prioritize.

    + Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, FrameMaker, Arbor text and sgml/XML.

    + Strong oral and written communications skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.

    + Excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.

    + Ability to pass U.S. Government Background Screening required to obtain and maintain clearance.

    + Dependable attendance.

    + Ability to climb, bend, and otherwise access all areas of Heavy Construction and Military Land Vehicles.

    + Ability to maintain 3 points of contact while climbing on equipment.

    + Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. without assistance and up to 75 lbs. with assistance.

    + Ability to work safely in a busy shop environment with crane, forklift and heavy equipment operation and movement.

    + Ability to operate power and hand tools, hydraulic and manual jacks and other vehicle repair equipment.

    + Ability to travel up to 25%.

    + U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person status.

    Other details

    + Job Family Publications, Multimedia, Graphic Arts

    + Job Function Validation Technical Writer

    + Pay Type Hourly

    + Travel Required Yes

    + Travel % 25

    + Job Start Date Monday, July 28, 2025

    + Warren, MI, USA

     

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