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Stacy Sawyer

Elizabeth City,NC

Summary

MANAGER INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER / TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION PROFILE 20+ years of experience developing computer-based/e-Learning training solutions for various military communities, which includes over 10 years creating e-learning courses. This experience includes training needs analysis, design, development, and implementation of online training solutions, and course evaluation. Proven success working for military contractors in the computer-based training industry as a multimedia developer. A strong leader who has demonstrated the ability to build enduring working relationships, motivate associates, and exceed business goals and initiatives. Focused on the use of combined experience using multimedia and instructional design to create engaging and effective courseware, from concept to delivery, for adult learning solutions. Efficient Technical Writer with 23 years of experience. Extensive understanding of technical research and updating records. Adept at distribution and adaptation to audiences. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Instructional Systems Design position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

LEAD TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION WRITER

LYNXNET
- Current
  • Provided Instructional design expertise in accordance with U.S Coast Guard Training System at Aviation Technical Training Center
  • Develop and recommended instructional strategies with greatest potential for task proficiency, most effective instructional technologies and methods.

LEAD TRAINING SYSTEMS TEAM DEVELOPER / WRITER

TCOM
07.2021 - 07.2023
    • Create and develop new maintenance technical manuals and training materials following the MIL-STD-410051-2C and oversee the design and conduction of training programs for TCOM customers on the operation and maintenance of aerostat systems and manage on-site training efforts These activities may include the development of multiple types of media.

LEAD TECHNICAL TRAINING DOCUMENTATION /EDITOR

GDIT
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Managed and edited Navy Technical Manuals (TM) data modules publication modules, training materials, and graphics in accordance with Naval Sea Command Systems (NAVSEA) S1000D.

MANAGER TECHNICAL / INSTRUCTIONAL DOCUMENTATION

TSI
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Developed Technical Manual (TM) and Training Guides, data modules publication modules, and graphics in accordance with Naval Sea Command Systems (NAVSEA) S1000D.

INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER

NAVY 2025
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Facilitate the creation of learning programs and objectives, leading to more robust training for technical specialties such as electrical technicians, engineer, mechanics, and damage control technicians.
  • Provide the "Right Training, at the Right Time, in the Right Way": Spearhead the multifaceted and complex Ready Relevant Learning (RRL) initiative of the U.S
  • Navy, aimed at accelerating the learning experience of sailors for more rapid mission readiness, including analyzing required tasks and behaviors and tailoring focused learning initiatives to achieve specific performance standards.
  • Identify and Remediate Gaps in Learning: Recommend and design non-accession training exercises to promote skills advancement, allowing technical staff to progress into more demanding and challenging roles and responsibilities.

MANAGER TECHNICAL DESIGN SYSTEMS and TRAINING

Leidos Corporation
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Managed and prioritized schedule, budget, project planning, and human resources, including attending daily meetings, assessing performance, and reviewing requirements for product development.

LEAD DEVELOPMENTAL INTEGRATOR / EDITOR

Lynxnet Corporation
05.2015 - 11.2017
  • Led TTP initiatives, ensuring compliance during the creation and implementation of various documents, publications, training and policies.
  • Facilitate Workflow Efficiency: Drove process and system improvement and managed online project collaboration sites for Integrated Process team TTP, including organizing publications, cataloging the review lifecycle process for existing and future TTP opportunities, and creating editing templates for developmental editor.
  • Analyze and Organize Key TTP Data and Documents: Produced policy and doctrine TTP knowledge segments and analyzed data and documents to identify threats and incidence of concurrence and non-concurrence.
  • Present TTP Content and Training to Diverse Groups: Utilized standardized formatting and styles to deliver edited technical publications, TTP presentation materials, and TTP development training for all levels of personnel.

LEAD TECHNICAL WRITER / EDITOR

Lockheed Martin
11.2012 - 05.2015
  • Oversaw the technical writing and editing and directed the development of course curriculum for the United States Coast Guard
  • Executed planning and integration of the Instructional Systems Design process.
  • Collect, Analyze, and Report on Performance Data: Evaluated writer performance using key performance indicators (KPI) and produced detailed monthly reports for senior leadership to document efficiencies, metrics, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Execute Project Management and Ensure Achievement of Goals: Assigned and managed flow of projects, including estimating resources and driving achievement of milestones, adherence to schedule, and quality of completed work.
  • Enhance the Learning Experience: Created the first set of Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPC) and Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) using Adobe Form Fields, facilitating an interactive and performance-based classroom
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts (SME) to integrate instructional strategies focusing on task proficiency, including performance assessments, remediation plans, and realistic practical scenarios.
  • Revise Curriculum to Align with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Analyzed data, feedback, and operational changes, and developed content development storyboards, to maintain an updated curriculum plan that assured quality and met objectives.

SENIOR TECHNICAL WRITER / QUALITY ASSURANCE

DLS Engineering Corporation
08.2011 - 11.2012
  • Led and executed technical writing projects, delegated project tasks to contract writers, and trained new users on software.
  • Produce Written Content to Enhance Operations: Authored repair systems processes, Failure Effects Tables, and maintenance manuals for specialized avionics equipment, including communications, radar, and auto flight systems, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and safety.
  • Leverage Software to Improve Project Results: Utilized Arbortext Adept Editor, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop to collect, analyze, interpret, and compile data used in creation of detailed technical manuals.

SENIOR TECHNICAL WRITER / H60T PROJECT PLANNER

DLS Engineering Corporation
01.2010 - 08.2011
  • Author Complex Technical Documents: Managed and trained a team of 20 in development of Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPC), Illustrated Parts Catalogues (IPC), and other manuals for specialized helicopters, and compiled detailed data for multiple technical orders.

LEAD TECHNICAL WRITER

DLS Engineering Corporation
05.2005 - 01.2010
  • Produce Work in Accordance with Multiple Standards and Regulations: Complied with U.S
  • Coast Guard standards to sequence, format, and edit material for Engineering Specification publications
  • Coordinated, routed, and electronically tracked change packages to ensure accuracy and detail of publication change recommendations
  • Utilized Oracle to archive MPCs into ATMIS database
  • Posted all Engineering Specifications, Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), and Electronic Service Records (ESRs) on the ARSC intranet.

Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Education

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
05.2015

Bachelor of Science in Education - Science Education

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
05.1998

Associate of Arts -

College of Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC
05.1988

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Instructional Design
  • Technical Documentation
  • Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP)
  • Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)
  • Process Flows
  • ADDIE Process
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation
  • Safety Data Sheets
  • Training & Development Programs
  • Policy & Doctrine Development
  • Program Decision Memorandums (ePDM and iPDM)
  • Microsoft Office
  • Oracle
  • Adobe Form Fields
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Arbortext Adept Editor
  • Project Planner
  • Share Point
  • Sonar Suite
  • Publication Development
  • Instruction Writing
  • Technical Research
  • Database Management
  • Editing and Proofreading
  • Effective Writing
  • Editing
  • Documentation Protocol Design
  • Layout Development
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Distribution
  • Manual Writing
  • Content Editing
  • Creative Cloud
  • InDesign
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Graphics Creation

Clearances

  • Secret Security Clearance
  • Industrial Clearance
  • Licensed Teacher

Professional Development

  • Derivative Classification Certification
  • Integrator Indoctrination Workshop 2023
  • Integrator Indoctrination Workshop 2016
  • Master Writers Workshop, Feb. 2013
  • InDesign Training, Sept. 2011
  • Auto-trol Technical Illustrator Fundamentals, Sept. 2005
  • Auto-trol Technical Illustrator Express Fundamentals, Sept. 2005
  • Epic Editor and Oracle iFS, 2002
  • Authoring with Epic Editor, Sept. 2002
  • Multi-Channel Publishing and Distribution Workshop, Aug. 2002
  • Advanced Authoring with Adept Editor, Aug. 2002
  • Understanding SGML, XML, and the Adept Series, Aug. 2002
  • Introduction to Interleaf 6.1, Sept. 1999
  • Authoring with Interleaf 6.1, Sept. 1999
  • Interleaf Masters Class, Sept. 1999

Timeline

LEAD TRAINING SYSTEMS TEAM DEVELOPER / WRITER

TCOM
07.2021 - 07.2023

LEAD TECHNICAL TRAINING DOCUMENTATION /EDITOR

GDIT
04.2021 - 07.2021

MANAGER TECHNICAL / INSTRUCTIONAL DOCUMENTATION

TSI
03.2020 - 04.2021

INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER

NAVY 2025
09.2019 - 03.2020

MANAGER TECHNICAL DESIGN SYSTEMS and TRAINING

Leidos Corporation
01.2018 - 09.2019

LEAD DEVELOPMENTAL INTEGRATOR / EDITOR

Lynxnet Corporation
05.2015 - 11.2017

LEAD TECHNICAL WRITER / EDITOR

Lockheed Martin
11.2012 - 05.2015

SENIOR TECHNICAL WRITER / QUALITY ASSURANCE

DLS Engineering Corporation
08.2011 - 11.2012

SENIOR TECHNICAL WRITER / H60T PROJECT PLANNER

DLS Engineering Corporation
01.2010 - 08.2011

LEAD TECHNICAL WRITER

DLS Engineering Corporation
05.2005 - 01.2010

LEAD TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION WRITER

LYNXNET
- Current

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Education

Elizabeth City State University

Bachelor of Science in Education - Science Education

Elizabeth City State University

Associate of Arts -

College of Albemarle

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