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Technical Writer

VetJobs, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021

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Overview

As a Technical Writer, you will be responsible for researching, outlining, writing, and editing technical documentation. You will work closely with various departments to understand project requirements and develop clear, concise documentation that supports customer\'s forensic and investigative ecosystem. Job Responsibilities

Research, outline, write, and edit new and existing content for technical documentation Work closely with development teams to understand project requirements Gather information from subject matter experts to develop procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation Identify documentation repositories and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage Create and maintain information architecture templates that uphold organizational and legal standards Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability Maintain a consistent and cohesive voice across all documentation Ensure documents follow the style laid out in the organization\'s style guide Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational control procedures (OCPs) Develop user guides, training materials, and technical reports Support Program Increment (PI) planning and documentation needs Prepare professional documentation suitable for executive-level managers Required Qualifications

Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph US Citizenship is required Bachelor\'s degree OR Master\'s degree with 5 years of experience OR Associate degree with 8 years of experience OR High School/Diploma with 11 years of experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing Experience with Agile methodologies Understanding of software development processes Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise documentation Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), documentation tools and content management systems, technical writing standards and best practices, information architecture principles, style guides and documentation templates, editing and proofreading techniques, and document version control systems Desired Qualifications

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Bachelor\'s degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, or related field Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, SharePoint; GitLab Wiki or similar platforms; Agile documentation practices; diagramming tools; basic HTML/CSS; Section 508 compliance requirements for documentation; knowledge base creation and maintenance Salary and Location

Posted Salary Range: USD $90,700.00 - USD $141,775.00 /Yr. City: Chantilly, State: Virginia Employment details

Employment type: Full-time Job category: Aerospace/Aviation/Defense Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Company: Noblis Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at VetJobs by 2x. Get notified about new Technical Writer jobs in Chantilly, VA.

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