Technical Writer

As a team member of the Safety & Mission Assurance department this role will be supporting the NASA Mission and Technical Integration Contract (MTIC) as a Technical Writer for various forums and review panels. The MTIC contract provides technical support to the International Space Station, Commercial Crew, Orion, and Gateway programs.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in technical meetings and develop meeting minutes and action items.
• Development of documentation in a high quality and timely manner.
• Work in a dynamic setting while operating conference room equipment.
• Track documentation generation and approval progression utilizing computer system.
• Develop and maintain metrics and reports.
• Consolidate and organize data to meet configuration control and records retention requirements.
• Coordinate, maintain, and adhere to schedules.
• Operate computer and conference room audio/visual communication devices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have interest in science and technology and ability to assimilate written and conversational information into documentation.
• Must have strong listening skills that enable candidate to assimilate and summarize technical discussions from within a real-time meeting environment.
• Must have strong capability to independently operate conference room computer and audio/visual equipment.
• Excellent technical writing skills a must. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook); PC Laptop computers.
• Strong capability to support the facilitation of meetings utilizing the internet and working with conference room equipment.
• Strong ability to independently solve real time conference room audio communication problems.
• High-level of proficiency in written and oral communication with peers, management, and customers.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task and work well with a variety of disciplines, i.e. other technical writers, administrators, engineers, panel members, panel chairs, management, etc.
• Demonstrated self-initiative to identify problem areas and implement solutions on a task level. Able to multi-task and prioritize work to meet critical schedule requirements in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organization, time management, attention to detail and excellent follow-through skills. Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Utilize standard office equipment (PC, TEAMS, Web-EX, conference room projector, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team atmosphere.
• Professional behavior to promote teamwork and cooperation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with technical documentation and/or management systems
• Technical Writing experience and certification is a plus
• Space Craft or ISS experience supporting the safety panel processes is desired
• Process Improvement knowledge and/or experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of safety requirements is a plus
• Ability to periodically present information at meetings and technical forums is desired

Education and Relevant Work Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in English, Creative Writing, Journalism or similar or equivalent 5 years of technical/creative writing, journalism, documentation management or communication experience.
• Bachelors Degree in English, Creative Writing, Journalism or similar or equivalent 5 years of technical/creative writing, journalism, documentation management or communication experience.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• ESOP
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).