Technical Writer Level 3 (FORECASTED)

Columbia Technology Partners

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About The Position

The Technical Writer is responsible for creating, reviewing, and maintaining a wide range of technical documentation that supports software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and end‑user activities. This role develops clear and comprehensive documentation for hardware and software components, including installation guides, configuration instructions, how‑to materials, implementation guides, and end-user manuals. The position also involves producing code documentation, data definitions, data flow descriptions, and technical publications derived from engineering drawings, technical discussions, and other source materials. The Technical Writer ensures documentation accuracy, consistency, usability, and alignment with program requirements across all phases of the documentation lifecycle.

Requirements

• Minimum of eight (8) years of Technical Writer experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited institution.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and maintain technical documentation, including user guides, manuals, and operations documents.
• Gather, analyze, and organize technical information for written documentation.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date internal documentation library.
• Use tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and similar applications to produce high-quality documents.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to create clear and accurate documentation and training materials.
• Support all phases of documentation-from initial drafting to final approval.
• Write technical copy using proper grammar and documentation standards for projects of comparable complexity.
• Develop reports, briefs, and responses for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate document layout, formatting, and design.
• Research complex technical subject matter and consolidate information from multiple sources into accessible written content.
• Translate engineering drawings, technical information, and SME insights into structured, user‑friendly documentation.
• Produce defense acquisition documents, user and training manuals, and other materials used by DoD system end users.
• Interpret maintenance drawings and operational procedures to integrate complex system information.
• Generate technical documentation for cryptologic programs or analytic tradecraft development.
• Create, update, and manage content in SharePoint, Confluence, or similar collaboration platforms.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight on technical writing and editing across program documentation efforts.
• Independently prepare and maintain documentation for highly complex systems, programming processes, procedures, and operational methods.
• Serve as a project lead for documentation initiatives involving complex or extensive material, including coordinating specialized documentation services as needed.

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

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