Technical Writer

Technical Writer

Qualification:

Eight (8) years’ experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. 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.

• Under general direction, responsible for writing 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 and blends large quantities of computer-related information.
• Researches highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiple sources, and expresses technical information in written form comprehensible to a wide audience.
• Produces technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies.
• Applies technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products.
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides, and technical publications.
• Prepares reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences.
• Works with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials.
• Coordinates layout and design of documents and works on all phases of documentation.
• Assists in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides, and manual and technical publications.
• Gathers technical information, prepares written text, and may maintain a current internal documentation library.
• Uses multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Peterson Technologies provides a benefit package that includes generous PTO, healthcare, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k) contributions, and tuition and training reimbursement.

Salary depends upon experience level, the range is $150,000 - $180,000.

Please submit your application to HR at .