Technical Writer II (Government)

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal construction contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Job Summary:

Pinnacle is looking for a Technical Writer II to work in KY. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Job Responsibilities:

• Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences.
• Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Experience developing paper‐based maintenance manuals and/or Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs).
• Knowledge of fixed and rotary wing military aircraft systems and operation is essential. Avionics or electrical experience desired.
• Candidate must have a strong working knowledge of military specifications to include those pertinent to the development of operator and maintenance manuals, abbreviated checklists, inspection manuals, work cards, Repair Parts and Special Tools.
• List (RPSTL) manuals, and Modification Work Orders (MWOs).
• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively within a team environment.
• Candidate must have a current DoD clearance or the ability to obtain one (Secret).
• This position requires strong organizational and communications skills (verbal and written).
• Strong administrative/PC skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are a must.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.

Desired Qualifications:  

• Experience using Microsoft Office products and Authoring software tools (i.e., FrameMaker, Arbortext Epic Editor, or compatible SGML/XML applications).
• Bachelor's degree

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).