Technical Writer 3

Power3 Solutions • Annapolis Junction, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We solve difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem – not just the symptoms – using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh alternatives to ordinary, mainstream consulting firms through small, highly skilled, and hand-picked teams that can meet clients' needs in any industry. Our broad interdisciplinary understanding allows us to provide the right solution, even if it is from outside the industry or traditionally defined problem space. We bring Public and Private, Civilian and Military expertise to every case. We are hiring a Technical Writer 3 to work in Annapolis Junction, MD . Position location is subject to change based on central MD client's needs.

Requirements

• A current and active TS/SCI Clearance with a MD Polygraph is required to be considered.
• Eight (8) years experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• A Master's degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to six (6) years of experience.
• Four (4) years of additional TW experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

• Understands basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documents.
• Uses multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.
• Understands basic concepts and writes technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity.
• Under general direction, writes technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity.
• Applies concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources.
• Interprets engineering and maintenance drawings, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer-related information.
• Applies technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation.
• Writes and edits, technical documentation for all of the project's hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation.
• Creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provides field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formats technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications.
• Understands basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documents.
• Gathers technical information, prepares written text.
• Maintains a current internal documentation library.
• Uses multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.
• Prepares and maintains operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications.
• Works with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials.
• Works on all phases of documentation.
• Understands basic concepts and writes technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity.
• Prepares reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences.
• Coordinates layout and design of documents.
• Researches highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiple sources, and expresses technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readers.
• Under general direction, writes technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity.
• Applies concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources.
• Produces defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems.
• Interprets engineering and maintenance drawings, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer-related information.
• Produces technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies.
• Applies technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products.
• Provides expert oversight of technical writing and editing to all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the Program, Project, or Contract.
• Works independently preparing and maintaining highly complex systems, programming and operations documentation, procedures and methods.
• Acts as project leader for projects with complex or voluminous documentation and may provide or coordinate special documentation services as required.
• Reviews work products of others for compliance with technical manual Customer Data Standard (DS)-89.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans with 100% paid premiums.
• 401k: We contribute 6% even if you don't!
• Time Off: 11 standard holidays, and 25 days of PTO
• Career Development: Get career counseling and individualized career development plans, including education and training.
• Employee referral bonuses for successful hires

What This Job Offers

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