Technical Writer Job at KBR, Inc. in Las Vegas

Overview

The successful candidate will be part of the KBR team supporting the Test Resource Management Center’s (TRMC) Big Data and Knowledge Management Team working on Big Data systems supporting DoD Test Ranges and various acquisition programs. We are seeking a highly experienced DoD Technical Writer with a strong understanding of DoD processes and documentation standards to join our distributed team. As a Technical Writer, you will be instrumental in creating, editing and maintaining a wide range of technical documentation. The role requires proven experience writing for DoD audiences and familiarity with DoD documentation standards. Only US citizens with active DoD Secret clearances and 5+ years of technical writing experience within a DoD environment will be considered. The successful candidate should be prepared to provide writing and graphic layout samples alongside their resume.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR. The TRMC Big Data Knowledge Management team is focused on revolutionizing how data analysis is performed across the Department of Defense.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge technologies and projects that directly support national security objectives.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team where collaboration and innovation drive the workplace culture.
• Impactful Work: Play a key role in projects that make a real difference in our company and the broader national security field.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including how-to guides, presentations, system administration guides, installation guides, end-user training materials, API documentation, wiki pages and technical reports. Manage document version control and configuration.
• DoD Standards: Adhere to DoD documentation standards, style guides and templates. Review and edit documentation created by technical staff. Maintain strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with software engineers, system architects, system administrators, data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, trainers and program managers. Work with graphics designers to create and enhance graphics for documentation.
• Process Improvement: Proactively identify areas for documentation improvement and implement changes, including design, development, enhancement and rewriting of existing documentation and/or wiki pages. Support the public release process for documentation.
• Communication Skills: Maintain excellent written and verbal communication. Communicate effectively with customers and teammates in a remote/distributed team environment.
• Tools: Proficiency with documentation tools and wiki tools such as Confluence.
• Presentation Skills: Deliver confident presentations for large technical and non-technical groups and assist training staff in developing technical presentations and training sessions.

Work Environment

• Location: Mostly remote, but reside near a military installation.
• Travel: Approximately 25% with potential surge to 50% to support end users at DoD ranges and labs across the US (including Alaska and Hawaii).
• Working Hours: Standard.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 5+ years of technical writing experience within a DoD environment.

• Experience: 15+ years of technical writing with 5+ in DoD. DoD Test and Evaluation experience. Experience writing for a software-intensive product team.
• Big Data Experience: Knowledge of Big Data technologies (e.g., Spark, Kafka).
• Software Experience: Documenting complex software systems, including big data platforms, cloud-based architecture, and data analytics tools. Experience with automated documentation tools.

Basic Compensation

• Maryland area: $98,000 – $120,000
• California area: $103,000 - $126,000
• DC area: $103,000 - $126,000
• Colorado area: $94,000 - $115,000

The offered rate will be based on location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, clearance level, contract affordability and internal parity.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by law.