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Technical Writer

Peterson Technologies · Multiple locations ·

Pay:
$150,000-$180,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements
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.

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

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

Contact
Please submit your application to HR at

jobs@ptech-llc.com .

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