Senior Technical Writer/Editor

Saic; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Senior Technical Writer in San Diego, CA, for gathering, analyzing, and composing technical documentation, policy, and other artifacts. Responsible for translating complex information into clear documents for technical and non-technical audiences; supports creation of graphics to enhance usability.

This hybrid role requires local presence in San Diego, US citizenship, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS, Technical Writing, English or related field; six years of experience or more in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Gather information by interviewing SMEs and conduct research to convey technical material clearly.
• Create technical documents such as Knowledge Articles, SOPs, user manuals, governance documents and training materials.
• Edit and refine system specifications, user manuals and reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure proper technical terminology is used across documents and updates.
• Organize content according to standards for order, conciseness, style and terminology.
• Manage updates and revisions to reports, presentations and documents.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Technical terminology translation

Interviewing subject matter experts

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Technical Writing, English or related field

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Senior Technical Writer to gather, analyze, and compose technical documentation, policy, and other artifacts. The Technical Writer conducts research and ensures the use of proper technical terminology. Translates technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel. Supports the development of all types of documents and reports by developing and updating graphics presentations to improve the quality and enhance the usability of these documents.

This is a Hybrid role in San Diego, CA. MUST be LOCAL to San Diego, CA.

This will support the Tactical Networks (TACNET) Capabilities Based In-Service Engineering Agent (CB-ISEA). TACNET CB-ISEA supports the sustainment and modernization of tactical networks to include Automated Digital Network System (ADNS), Consolidated Afloat Network and Enterprise Services (CANES), Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System (CENTRIXS), Integration Shipboard Networking System (ISNS), and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Networks.

JOB DUTIES

• Gathering information, interviewing subject matter experts, and conducting other research to convey technical material in a concise and effective manner.
• Composing technical documentation including, Knowledge Articles, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), user's manuals, governance and control gates documentation, training materials, installation guides, and reports.
• Editing functional descriptions, system specifications, user’s manuals, special reports, or any other customer deliverables and documentation.
• Conducting research and ensuring the use of proper technical terminology.
• Organizing material and completing writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Manages updates and revisions to reports, presentations, and technical documents.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Technical Writing, English or related field and six (6) years of experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start.
• Excellent knowledge and ability with Microsoft Office Suite and tools, and Adobe Professional or similar.
• Experience in Government (Navy or DoD) documents, processes, procedures, and/or terminology.
• Ability to generate, revise, and maintain technical, programmatic documents such as test documents, procedures/guides, reports, and briefs in support of Sustainment Engineering efforts:
  • Experience with SOVT development.
• Proficient oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to interact effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage documentation tasks for multiple products simultaneously.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Experience with naval network systems or technical background.
• Experience eliciting feedback and inputs from engineers, technical staff, and program management staff.
• Self-motivated team player with demonstrated ability to manage projects, tasks, and special assignments independently.
• Experience with customer relationship management.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.