APR 2008 – Present

Technical Writer/Editor III, Global PCCI (GPC)

Perform technical writing and editing tasks in accordance with Navy standards, such as creating and updating documents as needed, how-to guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), statement of work (SOW), white papers, and evaluation reports utilizing APA, MLA, and Chicago writing styles. Prepare charts, graphs, and forms to support reports and documents. Review and edit draft material prepared by project team members for accurate content, grammar, and format, which includes structured electronic manuals in S1000D, XML, and SGML. Create and update table of contents (TOC), auto-captioning, and cross-referencing. Maintain multi-million-dollar budgets for each system in development by creating expense reports and cost analyses. Advise suggestions and recommendations. Communicate with subject matter experts (SMEs), NAVSEA, and engineers to aid in the restoration of submarines and surface ships.

AUG 2014 – APR 2016

Technical Writer/Editor, Maersk Drilling

Perform technical writing duties and procedure documentation. Consult with subject matter experts (SMEs) on developing guidance reports and manuals for operating and maintaining Wartsila Thrusters and engine room-related equipment such as bilge pumps, sludge pumps, feed pumps, water coolers, reverse-osmosis units, rig air compressors, and various valves. Participate in research and development, working with engineers to improve and update existing technical manuals and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Prepare daily reports utilizing APA, MLA, and Chicago writing styles.