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Subject:Job Posting--Warner Robins, GA From:Sheryl Sieracki <ssierack -at- ARINC -dot- COM> Date:Mon, 5 Jun 1995 16:07:32 EST
The following position is open in my department. If you have specific
questions about the job requirements, experience, etc., you can e-mail
me directly (ssierack -at- arinc -dot- com). But send your resume to the
addresses listed at the bottom of the ad--*not* to me.
ARINC Incorporated is seeking a part-time Technical Writer/Editor for
our regional offices in Georgia and Florida. The position will be
based in our Warner Robins, GA, office.
The primary responsibilities are as follows:
- Edit, reorganize, rewrite, and produce technical documents and
proposals prepared by engineering staff.
- Plan, organize, write, and produce printed and online software
documentation.
- Work with engineering staff at any stage of document development
process, performing various functions as required, including answering
grammar and style questions; developing and reviewing outlines;
ensuring incorporation of final review changes; and performing quality
control function on final documents.
- Consult with manager on corporate style and ensure that documents
produced meet applicable customer or company style and format
requirements.
- Track progress of documents through the production process and
maintain library of published documents.
The qualified candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in technical communication,
technical writing, English, journalism, or other related discipline.
- Minimum of five years of applicable experience.
- Excellent editing skills and written and oral communication
skills.
- Experience in creating online help for computer systems.
- Knowledge of engineering terminology and computer systems.
Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows and WordPerfect for DOS.
Founded in 1929 to provide reliable and efficient communications for
the aviation industry, ARINC is now a $250 million company that
delivers communications and engineering solutions to customers around
the world.
ARINC's six business units support two major thrusts: communications
and information processing services for the aviation and travel
industries; and systems engineering, development, and integration for
government and industry.
For immediate consideration, send your resume to: ARINC, Dept. 801,
2551 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. Fax 410-573-3201 or Internet
address: srd -at- arinc -dot- com
