Technical Writer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a qualified technical writer to develop documentation for complex concepts and processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience in writing test reports and manuals, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams. A DoD secret clearance is required for this position based in Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland, with hybrid and onsite work options.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a professional demeanor.
• Experienced in writing technical documents.
• Must have a technical background to write about findings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation that meets internal standards.
• Collaborate with team leads and stakeholders.
• Write comprehensive engineering test reports.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

7-12 years of direct relatable experience

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Tech(x) is an energized company with experienced, specialized and progressive thought leaders advancing talented professionals in areas of technology, security, logistics, project management, talent management and procurement. We are building our DoD and technology footprint by allowing hybrid and remote work locations, as well as flexible schedules. As a solution-based company, we foster a creative environment that welcomes new perspectives from all of our team members.

Responsibilities

• Identify and describe complex concepts and processes, verbally, written, video, digital and in graphic forms.
• Provide resources for the team to understand and follow complex concepts and processes.
• Represent the company and maintain its performance levels within this position.
• Develop comprehensive documentation that meets organizational and military standards.
• Obtain a deep understanding of the products and services provided by the organization to translate complex information into polished and professional content.
• Maintain databases of technical information produced by the organization’s technical staff.
• Work closely with team leads from a variety of labs, stakeholders, and senior organizational leadership.
• Independently gather information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and write content for test reports, stakeholder reports, technical documents, etc.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a professional demeanor.
• Must have a technical background and be able to write about technical findings like a test engineer but provide and organize written documents that technical and semi-technical can understand.
• Experienced in writing test reports.
• Experienced in writing manuals and SOPs.
• Experienced with SharePoint and able to monitor version control.
• Must be able to understand policies and procedures in order to provide resources and documentation to the team.
• Must have demonstrated experience in compiling comprehensive engineering test reports and packaging them for distribution to Government and Industry stakeholders.
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team setting.
• Must possess strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Must be a self-starter, motivated to take minimal instruction and proceed to task completion.

Clearance

• Must have a DoD secret clearance.

Education & Experience

• 7-12 years’ of direct relatable experience as described under responsibilities.

Location

• Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland.
• Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Schedule flexing is available with the PM’s approval, but this is an onsite position.

Travel

• Only upon need.

Join the Team

Tech(x) is a customer centric team, both external and internal customers. This team supports each other to be successful on the job and in meeting the mission. Tech(x) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• This position requires the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in work situations.
• Must be able to travel by public transportation.