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Responsibilities Oversees the editing of material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications. Edits manuscripts by reviewing content for completeness, accuracy and correctness of language use and revises manuscripts to meet predetermined standards of style and accuracy. Looks for inconsistencies of thought, development, or organization. Confers with authors to recommend treatment of material. Reorganizes, cuts or rewrites as necessary. May edit copy as well. Allocates print space for story text, photos, and illustrations according to space parameters and copy significance, using knowledge of layout principles. Plans the contents of publications according to the publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements. Verifies facts, dates, and statistics, using standard reference sources. Oversees publication production, including artwork, layout, computer typesetting, and printing, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget requirements. Qualifications 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years no degree Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs. Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance. Job Description The Technical Writer is responsible for driving a seamless Customer Experience through writing clear and consistent Knowledge Management content. This position will write and review procedural content to ensure that all business units and process owners' content align to a consistent voice of servicing that represents the Brand of Client in both performance capabilities and learning content. Write clear, concise final content for internal knowledge management system (ECCO) from draft documents as submitted by Subject Matter Experts from across business units and processes. Maintain consistency of content, evaluate outdated information for archiving and condense information when applicable. Conduct quality reviews on all content ensuring quality standards are adhered to. Qualifications Strong passion for empowering our Customer Care Professionals in providing an outstanding service experience for our Card Members at the first point of contact. Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to simplify complex information to an easy to understand format for our employees. Ability to create communications that are consistent relative to tone, grammar, and vocabulary. Demonstrated experience handling multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and excellent follow up skills. Strong relationship skills. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Lync, as well as working knowledge of HTML and HTML editors. Understanding of Performance Support technology. Additional Information To know more or to schedule an interview, Please contact: Krishna Madhwani ************ *********************************

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc., a defense contractor, is the primary USA operation of the Nammo Group (Nammo AS). Nammo Defense Systems Inc. (NDS) develops, manufactures, and supports Shoulder Launched Munitions (SLMs), energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aerospace structures. JOB OVERVIEW: With independent judgment and discretion, prepare electronic files for reproduction, file management and digital output using various software applications; support internal and external customer items related to the formatting and publishing of technical documentation; support change management system and be responsible for providing appropriate feedback to internal customers in a timely manner. How you will be rewarded as our Technical Writer: * Competitive compensation * Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days (off on Fridays) * Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance * 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Research, plan, write and revise technical documentation while ensuring adherence to schedule. * Identifies and implements process and product improvements for technical documents in line with the strategic plan. * Ensure customer and operator requests and issues are analyzed and satisfactorily responded to the originator. * Coordinate and define publications with internal and external suppliers. * Responsible for review, format and registration of NDS documentation. * Trains and supports NDS personnel on documentation systems and software tools. * Prepares, maintains, and implements procedures and instructions pertinent to configuration management. * Coordinates the quality assurance of drawings and documents, which may include the use of graphic programs for esthetic enhancement. * Interacts with Engineering, Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Marketing, Health, Environmental & Safety (HES) and Business Development regarding documentation. * Interacts with Information Technology for hardware and software problems. * Interacts with Contract Administrators and Compliance Specialists to support data exchange between 3rd parties. * Complies with regulatory requirements for export of controlled data and limited rights: ITAR, EAR, DoD, BATF, FAR. * Ensures security and limited access to proprietary, secret, and other protected documents. * Ensures document legibility, sustainability, and accessibility to guarantee long term archival and retrieval (LOTAR). * Other Duties as required. * Follow standard practices and safety procedures. * Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Required: * High School Diploma or GED. * Minimum of 5+ years proven success in role with similar scope of duties and responsibilities * Ability to obtain BATF approval to engage in certain explosive operations Preferred: * College degree preferred COMPETENCIES: * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. * Ability to observe technical operations with comprehension and generate detailed work instructions. * Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. * Excellent technical and grammatical writing skills. * Ability to work in fast-paced environments. * Time management; flexibility to change priorities. * Strong organizational skills. * Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and database), Email and Internet clients, Operating Systems and electronic File Management (MS Windows). * Leadership or teamwork abilities. * Knowledge of AS9100D requirements. WORKING CONDITIONS: * Full-time On-site position * This position may require travel on an as-needed basis. This role may involve working

Job Description Nammo Defense Systems, Inc., a defense contractor, is the primary USA operation of the Nammo Group (Nammo AS). Nammo Defense Systems Inc. (NDS) develops, manufactures, and supports Shoulder Launched Munitions (SLMs), energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aerospace structures. JOB OVERVIEW: With independent judgment and discretion, prepare electronic files for reproduction, file management and digital output using various software applications; support internal and external customer items related to the formatting and publishing of technical documentation; support change management system and be responsible for providing appropriate feedback to internal customers in a timely manner. How you will be rewarded as our Technical Writer: • Competitive compensation • Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days (off on Fridays) • Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Research, plan, write and revise technical documentation while ensuring adherence to schedule. • Identifies and implements process and product improvements for technical documents in line with the strategic plan. • Ensure customer and operator requests and issues are analyzed and satisfactorily responded to the originator. • Coordinate and define publications with internal and external suppliers. • Responsible for review, format and registration of NDS documentation. • Trains and supports NDS personnel on documentation systems and software tools. • Prepares, maintains, and implements procedures and instructions pertinent to configuration management. • Coordinates the quality assurance of drawings and documents, which may include the use of graphic programs for esthetic enhancement. • Interacts with Engineering, Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Marketing, Health, Environmental & Safety (HES) and Business Development regarding documentation. • Interacts with Information Technology for hardware and software problems. • Interacts with Contract Administrators and Compliance Specialists to support data exchange between 3rd parties. • Complies with regulatory requirements for export of controlled data and limited rights: ITAR, EAR, DoD, BATF, FAR. • Ensures security and limited access to proprietary, secret, and other protected documents. • Ensures document legibility, sustainability, and accessibility to guarantee long term archival and retrieval (LOTAR). • Other Duties as required. • Follow standard practices and safety procedures. • Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Required: • High School Diploma or GED. • Minimum of 5+ years proven success in role with similar scope of duties and responsibilities • Ability to obtain BATF approval to engage in certain explosive operations Preferred: • College degree preferred COMPETENCIES: • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Ability to observe technical operations with comprehension and generate detailed work instructions. • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. • Excellent technical and grammatical writing skills. • Ability to work in fast-paced environments. • Time management; flexibility to change priorities. • Strong organizational skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and database), Email and Internet clients, Operating Systems and electronic File Management (MS Windows). • Leadership or teamwork abilities. • Knowledge of AS9100D requirements. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Full-time On-site position • This position may require travel on an as-needed basis. This role may involve working

Resource will be responsible for hiring additional contract resources to get us documentation stable by end of 2023 · Part of the 2023 Strategy for Integrations is moving to a more service based model. · Success is highly dependent on clean, simple, and easily digestible documentation · Onboarding and development efficiency requires updated standards and practices Location Type: Onshore, on -site preferred Contract Duration: Through 12/31/2023 Responsibilities: · Audit / Update - approx. 1000+ endpoints to defined standards · Create ancillary (linked) documentation that provides clarity on canonicals (enterprise wide standardized data models) · Standards and practices that are not consistently managed and maintained Requirements Qualifications: · Mulesoft Standards/Practices · Informatica Standards/Practices · Kafka Standards/Practices · Integration Business Analyst Standards/Practices · Integration Solution Architecture Standards/Practices

**Responsibilities & Qualifications** **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including cybersecurity artifacts, reports, and manuals. + Author and refine Microsoft Word and PowerPoint presentations to effectively communicate technical information. + Collaborate with engineering and cybersecurity teams to accurately document technical processes and solutions. + Ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance with industry and organizational standards. + Review and edit materials for grammar, punctuation, and adherence to technical standards. + Organize and structure documentation to enhance readability and usability for various audiences. **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** + Active Secret Clearance + Associates degree in any discipline + Minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional experience in technical writing and authoring presentations. **Overview** We are seeking a Technical Writer/Editor III to join our team supporting Department of Navy. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at **************** . Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP".As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. **Additional Job Information** **WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Locations: Telework - in one of the approved states below. + Type of environment: Telework + Noise level: Medium + Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. + Amount of Travel: Less than 10 **List of Approved States:** AL, AK, AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, D.C, WV, WI, WY. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. **WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE** + U.S. Citizen + Secret clearance **OTHER DUTIES** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact *************** for assistance. \#remote #telework #linkedin \#LI-Remote (turn font to white) **Job Locations** _US-VA | US-AZ | US-AR | US-ME | US-MI | US-MN | US-CT | US-DE | US-FL | US-GA | US-ID | ..._ **ID** _2025-7804_ **Category** _Information Technology_ **Type** _Regular Full-Time_

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company. Procom's areas of staffing expertise include: • Application Development • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Business/Systems Analysis • Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence • Infrastructure & Network Services • Risk Management & Compliance • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Security & Privacy Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) • Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) • ICAP (Contractor Payroll) • Flextrack (Vendor Management System) Job Description Researches, analyzes, designs, develops, writes, edits, and publishes documentation for the Workday Human Capital System using effective Business Process Management (BPM) protocol. The scope of work involves documenting business process using Word templates. Quality process documentation involves proper steps, narratives, screen shots, etc. Qualifications Strong Word skills and attention to detail. Experience creating and editing process documentation including: flow diagrams (Visio), SIPOC documents and step-by-step text descriptions in Word. Ability to thrive on tight timelines with some ambiguity. Additional Information PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT ABLE TO WORK WITH CANDIDATES ON H1B VISAS OR CANDIDATES REPRESENTED BY THIRD PARTIES.

LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility. We are seeking a Technical Writer to create, organize, and maintain internal and external documentation that supports our services, operational processes, and technical training initiatives. This role sits within the Education Services team, which functions as an operations-focused, technical training group. The Technical Writer partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Support, Security, Product, and Marketing to transform complex technical information into clear, consistent, and usable materials for audiences with varying levels of technical expertise. The ideal candidate is an investigative communicator-comfortable diving into technical detail, interviewing subject-matter experts, and shaping raw information into polished documentation and training assets that reduce friction, improve operational readiness, and increase organizational alignment. The majority of this role's work is focused on internal operations and training content, with secondary support for customer-facing materials.Responsibilities: A successful Technical Writer will support Lightedge's documentation and training ecosystem by: Developing and maintaining documentation: Create and update process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), runbooks, responsibilities matrices, RACI charts, service/process overviews, knowledge base articles, and customer-facing technical content as needed. Documenting services and operations: Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Product to document Lightedge services and platforms, including provisioning steps, dependencies, SLAs, escalation paths, monitoring/maintenance expectations, and support workflows. Supporting technical training development: Work with the Education Services team to produce content for technical training courses, job aids, onboarding materials, and learning assessments (including materials suitable for SCORM packaging and delivery through an LMS). Owning documentation standards: Define and maintain style guides, formatting standards, versioning practices, and review workflows to ensure consistency, traceability, and quality across all documentation assets. Collaborating with SMEs: Interview engineers, architects, operations staff, trainers, and support teams to extract accurate information and turn it into digestible written material, diagrams, and process flows. Translating complexity for different audiences: Convert deep technical concepts into content tailored to the audience (e.g., NOC/SOC, support staff, implementation teams, partners, or customers) without sacrificing precision or correctness. Managing documentation tools and repositories: Administer and improve documentation repositories (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, ServiceNow Knowledge, LMS), ensuring content is searchable, logically organized, access-controlled, and aligned with Knowledge-Centered Service (KCS) practices where applicable. Maintaining the documentation lifecycle: Track and coordinate updates tied to product and service changes, audits, compliance requirements, and operational adjustments; ensure documentation remains in sync with the official service catalog and training curriculum. Ensuring accuracy and quality: Review and edit content created by technical teams for clarity, structure, flow, and adherence to established standards; coach contributors on effective documentation practices. Contributing to cross-team initiatives: Assist Support, Product, and Marketing teams with technical content needs (such as diagrams, process flows, FAQs, and service descriptions), primarily to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with current services and operations. Driving continuous improvement: Identify documentation gaps, duplications, and process pain points; propose and implement improvements that reduce tribal knowledge, shorten time-to-competency, and improve operational efficiency. Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in Technical Writing, Documentation Management, or a related discipline within a technology-driven organization. Proven ability to write clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts into accessible documentation. Experience creating structured materials such as SOPs, runbooks, service/product guides, responsibilities matrices, RACIs, process documentation, training manuals, and knowledge base content. Ability to conduct SME interviews, research technical subjects, analyze diagrams or architectures, and validate accuracy through hands-on review when appropriate. Strong organizational skills with experience managing documentation repositories, version control, and structured content workflows. Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail, consistency, and clarity. Familiarity with cloud, networking, security, or data center technologies is strongly preferred. Experience with Microsoft 365; familiarity with tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, Visio or other diagramming tools, LMS platforms, and collaboration systems is a plus. Experience working with operations, support, NOC/SOC, or implementation teams and understanding their documentation and training needs. Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Experience with ServiceNow Knowledge Management, the KCS framework, and SCORM (including SCORM development or packaging experience) is highly beneficial. Proven ability to influence without formal authority-driving adherence to documentation standards and timelines across Engineering, Operations, and Support teams. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company. Procom's areas of staffing expertise include: • Application Development • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Business/Systems Analysis • Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence • Infrastructure & Network Services • Risk Management & Compliance • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Security & Privacy Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) • Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) • ICAP (Contractor Payroll) • Flextrack (Vendor Management System) Job Description Technical Writer On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Technical Writer for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ. Technical Writer Job Details Researches, analyzes, designs, develops, writes, edits, and publishes documentation for the Workday Human Capital System using effective Business Process Management (BPM) protocol. The scope of work involves documenting business process using Word templates. Quality process documentation involves proper steps, narratives, screen shots, etc. Technical Writer Mandatory Skills Strong Word skills and attention to detail. Experience creating and editing process documentation including: flow diagrams (Visio), SIPOC documents and step-by-step text descriptions in Word. Ability to thrive on tight timelines with some ambiguity. Technical Writer Start Date ASAP Technical Writer Assignment Length 4 Months "Please note that we are not able to work with candidates on H1B Visas or candidates represented by third parties." Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only.

Country: United States of America Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance: Secret - Current At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is seeking Technical Trainer / Writers based out of Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will be involved in all aspects of system sustainment. You will also be responsible for executing tasks in the areas of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Sustainment Analysis, and Sustainment Planning. This will include tasks such technical documentation, spares analysis, provisioning support, training, reliability analysis, and system safety. This role will primarily support various LCE Effectors portfolio. What You Will Do: Produce maintenance plans, demilitarization plans, and sustainment plans. Author and peer review technical support documents for Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL). Lead In-service Failure Reporting, Analysis Corrective Action System (FRACAS). Conduct procedure validations and collaborate with customers. Perform technical research to support development of technical documents. Oversee container management process and resolve discrepancies. Support various Integrated Logistics Service (ILS) and depot functions as needed. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience. Experience with engineering logistics, drafting technical documentation, conducting maintenance training courses, system fielding, or depot/sustainment support functions. Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: Understanding of depot hardware handling and transportation requirements. Familiarity with factory operations, procedures, and depot flow activities. Experience working with US Military programs. Ability to influence product design to optimize product supportability. Aptitude for preparation and presentation of system sustainment briefing materials to internal leadership and government agencies. What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligibility - Yes Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: ************************************************ Location Info and/or Links: Tucson, AZ: ************************************************************** As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

Our client, a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences, is looking for a "Technical Writer - Assay Development" based out of Tucson, AZ. Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Conversion & Extension) Pay Rate : $27/hr on W2 Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K Responsibilities Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation and product labeling for assay development and diagnostic products. Collaborate closely with R&D, Product Development, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs teams to gather and verify technical information. Ensure all documentation complies with internal standards, FDA, ISO 13485, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. Support the preparation and control of SOPs, work instructions, product manuals, and labeling content. Attend project team meetings and provide updates to supervisors on documentation progress and timelines. Participate in document review, approval, and change control processes within an electronic documentation management system (eQMS). Maintain version control and ensure timely updates to technical and regulatory documentation. Coordinate with cross -functional teams to ensure consistency and accuracy across all technical content. Assist in audits and inspections by providing compliant documentation as required. Identify opportunities to improve document templates, style guides, and documentation processes. Qualifications & Education 3-5 years of experience in technical or scientific writing within biotech, pharma, or medical device industries. Strong knowledge of FDA, ISO 13485, and 21 CFR Part 11 documentation standards. Skilled in creating and managing SOPs, work instructions, and product labeling. Experience with electronic document control systems (e.g., MasterControl, Veeva, Documentum). Excellent written communication, organization, and attention to detail. Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field. If interested, please send us your updated resume at **********************/sanya@dawarconsulting.com

The Business Analyst (BA) for EHS Technology acts as a critical link between DPR's EHS business function and technology and innovation (T&I). This role works closely with EHS, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and other integrated workgroups to understand business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate those needs into actionable system requirements. The BA ensures that technology solutions implemented by DPR's Construction Technology team are grounded in real-world business and operational needs to deliver measurable value in efficiency, visibility, and integration across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities Discovery & Analysis * Partner with teams to document current-state workflows, system touchpoints, and pain points across Environment, Health, and Safety processes. * Conduct interviews, workshops, and process reviews to understand workflows, integrations, and reporting requirements. * Identify and prioritize business requirements, translating them into clear functional and non-functional specifications. * Quantify process gaps and potential impacts using data-driven analysis and benchmarking. Solution Definition * Co-develop future-state process maps, data models, and system designs with internal team. * Translate business needs into user stories, use cases, or requirement documents for internal or external development teams. * Support "build vs. buy" analysis and vendor evaluations by defining functional fit and value alignment. * Participate in design sessions to ensure requirements are understood, feasible, and traceable through delivery. Implementation Support * Partner with Solution Architects and/or System Administrators to validate solution configurations against business requirements. * Support user acceptance testing (UAT) by developing test cases, coordinating participants, and documenting results. * Capture feedback from pilot implementations and contribute to iteration and improvement before full rollout. * Assist in the development of training materials and user documentation for end users and super users. Data & Insights * Help define data structures and reporting needs that enable visibility into enterprise EHS data. * Support the development of dashboards and KPIs in collaboration with System Administrators and BI teams. * Ensure data integrity and alignment across systems during transitions or integrations. Continuous Improvement * Monitor performance and adoption of implemented solutions, identifying opportunities for refinement. * Document lessons learned, process improvements, and reusable templates for future initiatives. * Participate in DPR's Project Controls & Assurance Integrated Work Group (IWG) to share learnings and align priorities across initiatives. Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in similar roles, ideally with exposure to construction and Environmental, Health and Safety. * Strong process analysis and documentation skills, including the ability to create process maps, swimlane diagrams, and data flow diagrams. * Experience gathering and translating requirements for EHS, RMIS, ERP, CRM or similar systems. * Familiarity with systems such as Power BI, Hammertech, Riskonnect, Autodesk Construction Cloud, CMiC, Workday, or comparable platforms. * Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills with the ability to translate between technical and operational audiences. * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or Communications preferred. Success Criteria * Clearly defined and prioritized business requirements that result in effective, scalable technology solutions. * Accurate and up-to-date process documentation supporting continuous improvement. * Strong alignment between business workflows and system functionality. * Positive feedback from users on clarity, usability, and impact of deployed systems. * Demonstrated contribution to measurable improvements in productivity, visibility, or data quality. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Salary is just one component of DPR's total compensation package. Pay Range: $75,000 to $125,000. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at ********************

Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs. Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance. Position Details: Job Title: Technical Writer Location: Phoenix, AZ / Salt Lake City, UT / Ft. Lauderdale, FL Duration: 5 month (may extend) Job Description: • The Technical Writer is responsible for driving a seamless Customer Experience through writing clear and consistent Knowledge Management content. • Write clear, concise final content for internal knowledge management system from draft documents as submitted by Subject Matter Experts from across business units and processes. Qualifications: • Experience with Dreamweaver and HTML Additional Information To know more or to schedule an interview, Please contact: Monil Narayan ************ ******************************

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc., a defense contractor, is the primary USA operation of the Nammo Group (Nammo AS). Nammo Defense Systems Inc. (NDS) develops, manufactures, and supports Shoulder Launched Munitions (SLMs), energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aerospace structures. JOB OVERVIEW: With independent judgment and discretion, prepare electronic files for reproduction, file management and digital output using various software applications; support internal and external customer items related to the formatting and publishing of technical documentation; support change management system and be responsible for providing appropriate feedback to internal customers in a timely manner. How you will be rewarded as our Technical Writer: • Competitive compensation • Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days (off on Fridays) • Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Research, plan, write and revise technical documentation while ensuring adherence to schedule. • Identifies and implements process and product improvements for technical documents in line with the strategic plan. • Ensure customer and operator requests and issues are analyzed and satisfactorily responded to the originator. • Coordinate and define publications with internal and external suppliers. • Responsible for review, format and registration of NDS documentation. • Trains and supports NDS personnel on documentation systems and software tools. • Prepares, maintains, and implements procedures and instructions pertinent to configuration management. • Coordinates the quality assurance of drawings and documents, which may include the use of graphic programs for esthetic enhancement. • Interacts with Engineering, Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Marketing, Health, Environmental & Safety (HES) and Business Development regarding documentation. • Interacts with Information Technology for hardware and software problems. • Interacts with Contract Administrators and Compliance Specialists to support data exchange between 3rd parties. • Complies with regulatory requirements for export of controlled data and limited rights: ITAR, EAR, DoD, BATF, FAR. • Ensures security and limited access to proprietary, secret, and other protected documents. • Ensures document legibility, sustainability, and accessibility to guarantee long term archival and retrieval (LOTAR). • Other Duties as required. • Follow standard practices and safety procedures. • Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Required: • High School Diploma or GED. • Minimum of 5+ years proven success in role with similar scope of duties and responsibilities • Ability to obtain BATF approval to engage in certain explosive operations Preferred: • College degree preferred COMPETENCIES: • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Ability to observe technical operations with comprehension and generate detailed work instructions. • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. • Excellent technical and grammatical writing skills. • Ability to work in fast-paced environments. • Time management; flexibility to change priorities. • Strong organizational skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and database), Email and Internet clients, Operating Systems and electronic File Management (MS Windows). • Leadership or teamwork abilities. • Knowledge of AS9100D requirements. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Full-time On-site position • This position may require travel on an as-needed basis. This role may involve working

IDEALFORCE has a CONTRACT position available immediately for a Technical Writer to join our customer in Phoenix, AZ. Please find below additional details about this job. Kindly respond with your most up to date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Client is considering only Local Candidates for this role. Job Description Client is in need of a Consultant that has demonstrated experience documenting operational procedures for an enterprise environment. This Consultant will work independently, but with oversight from the Client. Consultant will document current enterprise procedures for the Client's information Security team. Qualifications Candidate should have Technical Writing experience in an Enterprise environment. Information Security experience preferred. Additional Information THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES: Email your candidate/s resume to joseph dot shelton at idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location and Availability. Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company. Procom's areas of staffing expertise include: • Application Development • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Business/Systems Analysis • Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence • Infrastructure & Network Services • Risk Management & Compliance • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Security & Privacy Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) • Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) • ICAP (Contractor Payroll) • Flextrack (Vendor Management System) Job Description Researches, analyzes, designs, develops, writes, edits, and publishes documentation for the Workday Human Capital System using effective Business Process Management (BPM) protocol. The scope of work involves documenting business process using Word templates. Quality process documentation involves proper steps, narratives, screen shots, etc. Qualifications Strong Word skills and attention to detail. Experience creating and editing process documentation including: flow diagrams (Visio), SIPOC documents and step-by-step text descriptions in Word. Ability to thrive on tight timelines with some ambiguity. Additional InformationPLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT ABLE TO WORK WITH CANDIDATES ON H1B VISAS OR CANDIDATES REPRESENTED BY THIRD PARTIES.

Job DescriptionLightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility. We are seeking a Technical Writer to create, organize, and maintain internal and external documentation that supports our services, operational processes, and technical training initiatives. This role sits within the Education Services team, which functions as an operations-focused, technical training group. The Technical Writer partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Support, Security, Product, and Marketing to transform complex technical information into clear, consistent, and usable materials for audiences with varying levels of technical expertise. The ideal candidate is an investigative communicator-comfortable diving into technical detail, interviewing subject-matter experts, and shaping raw information into polished documentation and training assets that reduce friction, improve operational readiness, and increase organizational alignment. The majority of this role's work is focused on internal operations and training content, with secondary support for customer-facing materials.Responsibilities: A successful Technical Writer will support Lightedge's documentation and training ecosystem by: Developing and maintaining documentation: Create and update process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), runbooks, responsibilities matrices, RACI charts, service/process overviews, knowledge base articles, and customer-facing technical content as needed. Documenting services and operations: Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Product to document Lightedge services and platforms, including provisioning steps, dependencies, SLAs, escalation paths, monitoring/maintenance expectations, and support workflows. Supporting technical training development: Work with the Education Services team to produce content for technical training courses, job aids, onboarding materials, and learning assessments (including materials suitable for SCORM packaging and delivery through an LMS). Owning documentation standards: Define and maintain style guides, formatting standards, versioning practices, and review workflows to ensure consistency, traceability, and quality across all documentation assets. Collaborating with SMEs: Interview engineers, architects, operations staff, trainers, and support teams to extract accurate information and turn it into digestible written material, diagrams, and process flows. Translating complexity for different audiences: Convert deep technical concepts into content tailored to the audience (e.g., NOC/SOC, support staff, implementation teams, partners, or customers) without sacrificing precision or correctness. Managing documentation tools and repositories: Administer and improve documentation repositories (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, ServiceNow Knowledge, LMS), ensuring content is searchable, logically organized, access-controlled, and aligned with Knowledge-Centered Service (KCS) practices where applicable. Maintaining the documentation lifecycle: Track and coordinate updates tied to product and service changes, audits, compliance requirements, and operational adjustments; ensure documentation remains in sync with the official service catalog and training curriculum. Ensuring accuracy and quality: Review and edit content created by technical teams for clarity, structure, flow, and adherence to established standards; coach contributors on effective documentation practices. Contributing to cross-team initiatives: Assist Support, Product, and Marketing teams with technical content needs (such as diagrams, process flows, FAQs, and service descriptions), primarily to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with current services and operations. Driving continuous improvement: Identify documentation gaps, duplications, and process pain points; propose and implement improvements that reduce tribal knowledge, shorten time-to-competency, and improve operational efficiency. Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in Technical Writing, Documentation Management, or a related discipline within a technology-driven organization. Proven ability to write clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts into accessible documentation. Experience creating structured materials such as SOPs, runbooks, service/product guides, responsibilities matrices, RACIs, process documentation, training manuals, and knowledge base content. Ability to conduct SME interviews, research technical subjects, analyze diagrams or architectures, and validate accuracy through hands-on review when appropriate. Strong organizational skills with experience managing documentation repositories, version control, and structured content workflows. Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail, consistency, and clarity. Familiarity with cloud, networking, security, or data center technologies is strongly preferred. Experience with Microsoft 365; familiarity with tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, Visio or other diagramming tools, LMS platforms, and collaboration systems is a plus. Experience working with operations, support, NOC/SOC, or implementation teams and understanding their documentation and training needs. Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Experience with ServiceNow Knowledge Management, the KCS framework, and SCORM (including SCORM development or packaging experience) is highly beneficial. Proven ability to influence without formal authority-driving adherence to documentation standards and timelines across Engineering, Operations, and Support teams. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs. Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance. Job Description: • Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. • May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document. • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. • Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. • Performs a variety of tasks. • Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. • A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Qualifications Experience: • May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. • Must know HTML and Dreamweaver. • Fluent in English and Spanish Additional Information To schedule an interview please contact: Vishwas Jaggi ************

IDEALFORCE has a CONTRACT position available immediately for a Junior Technical Writer to join our customer in Phoenix Arizona. This is an ONSITE position. Please find below additional details about this job. Kindly respond with your most up to date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Client is considering only LOCAL CANDIDATES for this position. Job Description Seeking a recently graduated (or final semester) Technical Writer/ Graphic Designer to provide written and graphical design support in the evolution of a state government department of motor vehicle enterprise software application suite. This position will support the project team with documentation and graphic design materials supporting the project and software solution. As a key member of the project team, the Technical Writer/ Graphic Designer will work in an interactive environment with business and technical staff to ensure a high degree of collaboration in support of a successful overall solution. Responsibilities for this role will include compliance against standards and best practices as well as liaising between business users and the software development team. Qualifications Qualifications and Education Requirements• - Strongly prefer recent graduate or student in final semester (less than 2 years' experience) - Training or experience as technical writer for enterprise business applications. - Training or years of experience as graphical designer in software related projects. - Demonstrated ability to produce quality documents, text, graphics, and / or presentations in both print and electronic formats. - Demonstrated ability to author artifacts to communicate effectively utilizing written and visual media. - Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a diverse, large library of software communications artifacts. - Extensive experience using industry standard technical writing and graphic design tools such as those available from Microsoft and the Adobe Creative Suite. - Training or experience developing various types of user documentation including manuals, how-to guides, FAQ's, quick reference cards, WiKi's, etc. - Training or experience developing graphics for various contexts including printable images, presentation images, logos and icons. - Training or experience developing graphics for various platforms including web and mobile. - Nice to have training or experience in authoring and / or editing business, functional and design artifacts in collaboration with business users and the project's design team. - Nice to have training or experience in authoring and / or editing architectural and technical artifacts in collaboration with the project's software development team. - Nice to have training or experience working with software trainers in preparing class materials, computer based training, demonstrations, etc. - Responsible for the consistency and maintainability of all project artifacts for the enterprise. - Ability to work collaboratively with business stakeholders and software development team. Additional Information - "All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines". - All candidates who are authorized to work in US are encouraged to apply. - Most of our positions require Candidate to clear the Background check prior to commencing the assignment. SOURCER ASSIGNED: Pete Tylor; Email: pete dot tylor at idealforce.com Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.