JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation’s war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today’s missions and tomorrow’s global challenges.

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION

Candidate will work with Technical Publications Section to collect draft technical/scientific documentation from engineers, test personnel; convert draft documents to standard test plan and report templates; edit for spelling, clarity of grammar, format, and consistency; participate in report integrated product meetings. Position requires flexibility in work assignment and ability to adapt to change. Position requires ability to work under tight deadlines to produce quality reports. Position requires ability to efficiently perform quality checks of technical documents for peers, customers, and before final publication. Critical tasks include editing classified and unclassified technical reports. Knowledge of 412th Test Wing technical report process and operating instructions a plus. Must be able to answer technical report process questions to guide authors in the development of technical reports. Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite required. Ability to work independently or in a team environment a must.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or related discipline and at least 3 years of job-related experience or equivalent work experience and training. Excellent written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required. The incumbent must possess a valid, state issued driver’s license. Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Plan, design, write, edit, and proofread documents such as external customer correspondence, contract deliverables, and training manuals, and internal documentation such as proposals, correspondence, and contract requirements.

• Advise program management staff and external customers on correct procedures and instructions required in the publication of documents, which includes in-depth knowledge of customer requirements and specifications regarding documentation and publication standards.
• Edit reports, publications, proposals and correspondence to ensure clarity of content, consistency of format, and accuracy of grammar.
• Interface with engineers and technical professionals in the writing, editing and publication of various types of customer documents such as training manuals, concept of operations, and contract deliverables. Interface also occurs with external customers, providing the same support.
• Responsible for quality control, production, and distribution of documents in accordance with customer requests and schedules.
• Participate in department and company-wide proposal writing projects.
• Utilize appropriate computer software for document text production.
• Investigate and implement best ways to produce documentation electronically while still providing high quality output with rapid turnaround.
• When workload permits, provide senior-level technical writing/editing and advisory support to a small business company which is contracted to us for support.
• Establish and maintain electronic and/or hardcopy data library of documents and work order files for documents received for processing.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Plan, design, write, edit, and proofread documents such as external customer correspondence, contract deliverables, and training manuals, and internal documentation such as proposals, correspondence, and contract requirements.

• Advise program management staff and external customers on correct procedures and instructions required in the publication of documents, which includes in-depth knowledge of customer requirements and specifications regarding documentation and publication standards.
• Edit reports, publications, proposals and correspondence to ensure clarity of content, consistency of format, and accuracy of grammar.
• Interface with engineers and technical professionals in the writing, editing and publication of various types of customer documents such as training manuals, concept of operations, and contract deliverables. Interface also occurs with external customers, providing the same support.
• Responsible for quality control, production, and distribution of documents in accordance with customer requests and schedules.
• Participate in department and company-wide proposal writing projects.
• Utilize appropriate computer software for document text production.
• Investigate and implement best ways to produce documentation electronically while still providing high quality output with rapid turnaround.
• When workload permits, provide senior-level technical writing/editing and advisory support to a small business company which is contracted to us for support.
• Establish and maintain electronic and/or hardcopy data library of documents and work order files for documents received for processing.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.