Senior Technical Writer

Chenega Corporation • Arlington, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technical Writer develops technical documentation supporting systems, programs, and digital modernization initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or related field.
• 8+ years of technical writing experience.
• Experience supporting federal or DoD customers.
• Active Secret security clearance required (or higher).
• Ability to work on site 5 days a week
• Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
• Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
• Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues.
• Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired.
• Good problem-solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing technical documentation, system manuals, architecture artifacts, training materials, and executive-level reports supporting DoD, CDAO, or federal digital modernization initiatives.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), Security+, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical manuals, system documentation, and program reports.
• Develop documentation supporting architecture and engineering teams.
• Support development of training materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• professional development plan
• opportunities to help sharpen skills
• on-the-job learning experiences
• formal development programs
• well-being programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior