Technical Writer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Technical writing experience within the Department of Defense relative to the C3I&N systems environment.
• Excellent writing skills and strong command of the English language, including grammar.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with other organizations and personnel with disparate backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Experience in MS Office software, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint required; experience in MS Project and MS Access.
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Must be a US citizen

Nice To Haves

• Related Degree, and current/prior experience working within a DoD setting is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Obtaining, analyzing, and selecting the pertinent information.
• Determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative.
• Determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, the medium, and the audience.
• Writing the material.
• Consulting on or selecting illustrative material.
• Preparing the material for publication.
• Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications.
• Meet with customer representatives, vendors, system engineers, and program managers to establish technical specifications.
• Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples.
• Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
• Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts.
• Ensure document contents follow required formats.
• Write clear and concise policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistency of wording among multiple documents.
• Create table of contents and cite sources.
• Submit copies to managers for feedback.
• Maintain electronic library or all signed documents and final presentations.
• Provide updates and different editions as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.