Norma Emery is a seasoned Principal Technical Writer at Sierra Nevada Corporation, where her extensive 40 years of experience in technical writing and documentation management play a pivotal role in advancing the company’s mission in the aerospace and defense sectors. In her current role, she...
Norma Emery is a seasoned Principal Technical Writer at Sierra Nevada Corporation, where her extensive 40 years of experience in technical writing and documentation management play a pivotal role in advancing the company’s mission in the aerospace and defense sectors. In her current role, she is instrumental in developing comprehensive technical manuals tailored for diverse user groups, ensuring clarity and accessibility of complex information. Norma has successfully designed and implemented a robust strategy for content reuse, leveraging XML technologies to streamline documentation processes and meet the varied information needs of multiple stakeholders.
Her expertise in XML authoring tools, including oXygen® Author and ArborText® Epic Editor, allows her to create sophisticated content structures that enhance the efficiency of documentation workflows. Norma specializes in single-sourcing and content reuse, utilizing Docbook and oXygen to produce high-quality, consistent documentation that can be easily localized and adapted for different audiences. Her commitment to business process improvement and information architecture ensures that the documentation not only meets technical standards but also aligns with user requirements and industry best practices.
Key projects under her leadership have focused on aerial Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), where she has contributed to the development of critical training materials and operational manuals that support mission readiness. Norma’s skills in technical communication, editing, and content management have established her as a trusted expert in her field, making her a valuable asset to Sierra Nevada Corporation and the broader aerospace community.
