Technical Writer

Job Description

SAIC is seeking a dedicated Technical Writer to join our team in support of the Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) project. This role involves producing, maintaining, and refining technical documentation that ensures consistent quality and usability for our customers. You will collaborate with engineers, technicians, and logisticians to develop content that supports a critical defense program.

Job Description:

As a Technical Writer, you will be responsible for creating and updating a variety of technical and administrative materials, including reports, manuals, installation, operation, maintenance guides, proposals, and training documentation. Your work will directly support military systems development by capturing complex information and transforming it into clear, concise, and user-friendly documents. Key responsibilities include:
Utilizing word processing and publishing tools to produce materials such as memos, forms, publications, reports, tables, and graphs
Editing and reformatting drafts (written or electronic) to meet quality and style requirements
Collaborating closely with engineers, technicians, logisticians, and customers to gather technical details and translate them into comprehensive documentation
Creating pictorial and line-drawn instructions to enhance written materials
Refining and coordinating the work of other writers when necessary to ensure a cohesive and polished product
Ensuring compliance with customer standards, including MIL-STD requirements
Your contributions will enable the successful development, installation, and operation of CAC2S equipment and systems, helping to ensure mission readiness.
Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

High School Diploma
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance within 60 days of hire; SAIC will help to obtain
Must be a US Citizen
Desired:

Three (3)+ years of technical writing experience
Proficiency in technical writing tools and software packages
Familiarity with military system documentation standards (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, MIL-DTL-81927)
Experience working in conjunction with multi-disciplinary teams (engineers, technicians, logisticians) to develop technical content
Strong attention to detail and the ability to refine and edit technical information for clarity and accuracy

About Us

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.