Technical Author

Tender description

Who Speclialist Work With You will be a key member of the Integrated Logistics Support Team, overseeing the integration of the project. You will work with the delivery organisation, DE&S, on a daily basis. What Specialists Work On This is a generalist post for the generation of technical documentation as directed by the Delivery Manager in the following areas (not exhaustive): • System Operating Instructions in native formats. • System Operating Procedures in native formats. • High Level Design. • Low Level Design. • Build Guides & Operating Guides. • Factory and System Acceptance Testing (FAT & SAT) Plans. • Operational Readiness Evaluation (ORE) input documents. • Knowledge Articles and Work Instructions (Operating and Maintenance, Repair and Diagnosis). • Network Architecture input documents associated with the operation of Deployed Platforms. • Patching Plan. • Backup and recovery procedures. Where the Work Takes Place Hereford Early Market Engagement Working Arrangements 40 hrs (8hrs Mon - Fri). This role will be based at the West Midlands site with anticipated travel to MOD Abbey Wood at least 2 times per Month to attend meetings with the Delivery Team. No expenses are payable as this travel is expected to be inclusive within the daily rate. Work Location Hereford Security Clearance DV required on day 1 of the appointment due to the sensitivity of the role. Additional T&Cs In the event that the post is vacated the Supplier shall ensure that it is filled within one working week by a candidate who meets the criteria of this competition with prior approval of the Buyer. The Supplier and their representatives shall abide by: DEFCON 5J(Edn 18/11/16)-Unique Identifiers DEFCON 76(Edn 12/06)-Contractor’s Personnel at Government Sites DEFCON 501(Edn 11/17)-Definitions and Interpretations DEFCON 522(Edn 11/17)-Payment and Recovery of Sums Due DEFCON 658(Edn 10/17)-Cyber DEFCON 659A(Edn 02/17)-Security Measures DEFCON 660(Edn 12/15)-Official-Sensitive Security Requirements DEFCON 703(Edn 08/13)-Intellectual Property Rights - Vesting in the Authority Available online at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/acquisition-operating-framework Skills & Experience Generalist knowledge of Windows 10 Generalist knowledge of Microsoft System Centre 2012 suite of products Generalist knowledge of C4IS Networks Generalist knowledge of operation and management of SECRET CIS systems Awareness of Defence Logistics Framework, JSP101 and DefStan 00-600, 00-40, 00-42 Experience of developing Technical CIS documentation. Nice to Haves Technical Author qualification. Experience with MOD AESPs Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. Knowledgeable of upgrades, refresh projects in an Agile environment No. of Specialists to Evaluate 3 Cultural Fit Criteria Ability to work with others in a high pressure and conflicting priorities environment. Assessment Method Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 70% Cultural fit 10% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers Budget range £400 per day worked (8 hours). anticipated travel to mod abbey wood at least 2 days per month to be included within this rate.