Position Title: BYG-1 IETM Technical WriterPosition Summary:MIKEL is seeking a former or current
US Navy Fire Control Technician (FT) to provide subject matter expertise (SME) for Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) product development. The SME will serve as the system expert for the source development of BYG-1 modernization and in-service Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) and Ready Reference Manual (RRM) content.
Key Responsibilities:- Write, edit, and manage technical documentation
- Coordinate with engineering, systems integration, and project management teams to gather technical data
- Review, validate, and provide detailed feedback on technical manual content, structure, and accuracy
- Create and adjudicate Technical Manual Deficiency Evaluation Reports (TMDERs) based on review findings
- Monitor and support key delivery milestones
Qualifications:- Understanding of US Navy Submarine operations
- Clear understanding of technical manual structure and in-depth knowledge of S1000D technical manual standards and processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in collaborative technical teams
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple documentation deliverables in a dynamic technical environment
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, English, Graphic Design, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
- Active DoD secret security clearance
Preferred Experience & Skills:- Former or current US Navy Fire Control Technician
- Attended BYG-1 factory training at Naval Undersea Warface Center (NUWC)
- Extensive experience with multiple Submarine BYG-1 combat control systems operations and maintenance
- IETM development using XML content management database applications
- Expertise with desktop publishing software such as PTC Arbortext and Adobe Frame Maker
- Expertise with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Proficiency with Agile practices
- Proficiency with JIRA
Work Location: Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Newport, RI
MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.
Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
