Technical Writer
About The Position
Darkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Darkblade strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies. We're seeking a Technical Writer to support a mission-critical customer environment in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The ideal candidate will have experience creating and maintaining technical documentation for software applications, operational procedures, user guides, and training materials while working closely with software developers, engineers, and technical subject matter experts.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret / SCI and Full Scope/Lifestyle Polygraph is required upon application for initial consideration.
- Experience creating technical documentation in support of software, systems, or technology-focused environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience developing user guides, technical manuals, standard operating procedures, technical publications, or training materials.
- Ability to gather information from multiple technical sources and produce clear, accurate documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Technical writing or documentation certifications are desirable but not required.
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, or Federal Government programs.
- Familiarity with software development environments and technical documentation best practices.
- Experience working directly with software engineers, developers, system administrators, or other technical subject matter experts.
- Experience supporting configuration-controlled documentation environments.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.
- Gather technical information from developers, engineers, and subject matter experts and transform it into clear, concise documentation.
- Prepare and maintain operational procedures, technical manuals, user guides, and training materials.
- Maintain a current internal documentation library and ensure documentation remains accurate and up to date.
- Work directly with software developers and technical teams to produce quality documentation and training materials.
- Support all phases of the documentation lifecycle, including development, revision, publication, and maintenance.
- Prepare reports, responses, presentations, and briefings for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Coordinate document formatting, layout, and design.
- Research complex technical subject matter and organize information from multiple sources into documentation that is easily understood by a broad audience.
- Utilize Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and related tools to create and maintain documentation products.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Health Savings Account option
- Flexible Spending
- Vision insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
