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UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies Technical Writer/Editor III in Albany, Georgia
Overview
TECHNICAL WRITER/ EDITOR (MCSC)
Bowhead seeks a Technical Writer/Editor to support the Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) contract in Albany, GA. The Technical Writer/Editor must have expertise in Marine Corps Acquisitions and Logistics and the ability to write and update material for reports, manuals, briefs, instruction books, catalogs and related technical publications. This is a high paced dynamic rewarding work environment supporting multiple acquisition teams.
Responsibilities
Editing technical publications such as scientific and engineering research reports and author manuscripts for which technical reviews have been completed.
Correcting errors of grammar, spelling and various formats.
Preparing corrections ranging from substitutions in terminology to complete rewrite of passages in text.
Meeting with authors to explain needs for improvement and to obtain concurrence with recommended changes.
Identifying problems such as insufficient documentation that has been furnished to support statements, and where more general terminology improves readability.
Experience editing technical papers and publications in a government environment plus knowledge of working with scientific and technical subject matter is preferred.
Manage electronic libraires within the customers logistics information systems.
Must have experience working as an editor.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
BA/BS in English or relevant field plus five to eight (5-8) years of technical writing experience is highly preferred.
Experience editing technical paper and publications in a government environment plus knowledge of working with scientific and technical subject matter is preferred.
Must have experience working as an editor.
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
This position work will be conducted on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany but has the possibility for occasional telework.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 5-10 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Public Trust clearance at this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2024-21010
Category Technical Writing/Editing
Location : Location US-GA-Albany
Minimum Clearance Required Public Trust (NAC)
Travel Requirement N/A