THOR Solutions is actively seeking a mid-to-senior level Technical Writer with experience working in the marine industry to support the USCG Office of Naval Engineering in Washington, DC. An ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter. The candidate must have proficiency with common productivity software, and have a strong familiarity with Coast Guard and Navy naval engineering terminology and methodology.

The candidate’s responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) performing, supporting, or supervising the following actions:

• Drafting and/or editing a variety of documentation, including but not limited to Commandant Instructions, ALCOASTS, MOAs and MOUs, and Whitepapers.
• Following Coast Guard approved templates and Federal style guidelines as well as work closely with CG-612 to produce standard and publishable materials.
• Working closely with staff within CG-453 and other SMEs as appropriate to produce the desired documentation.
• Other duties include but are not limited to:
  • Assisting with writing articles for newsletters,
  • Updating sections of SharePoint,
  • Scheduling meetings for document reviews and SME input,
  • Editing other materials for CG-453,
  • And participation in weekly meetings with CG-453.

This position is primarily onsite at the USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC. However, up to 2 days/week limited local remote work is permitted after completing an orientation period.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate will:
  • Already possess an active or interim Secret (or above) clearance;
  • OR, be able to qualify for a new Secret clearance upon hire.

Required Education, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Technical Writing (preferred) or another relevant discipline.
  • In lieu of a relevant Bachelor’s degree, an additional three (3) years of experience may be substituted.
  • An ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Technical Writing or a comparable discipline.
• At least three (3) years of recent, relevant experience with technical writing for U.S. Department of Defense/Navy/Coast Guard programs and systems.
  • An ideal candidate will possess at least six (6) years of highly relevant experience.
• Overall experience should include:
  • Developing, writing, editing and assembling publications or procedures documents.
  • Developing and updating manuals, user manuals, training materials, and training databases for classroom training courses.
  • Creating and editing graphic images.
• Proficiency with the following software or tools:
  • Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • Adobe Acrobat and editing pdf files
  • CG Portal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Typical Physical Activity:

• This is a desk position primarily involving computer work.

THOR Solutions, LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment, without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

If you would like to view a copy of THOR’s affirmative action plan, please email recruiting@thorsolutions.us.

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