Sr Technical Writer

CACI; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Continuing education

Job summary

We are seeking a Sr Technical Writer to prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents for hardware and software, including installation, configuration, and how-to guides. You will create code documentation and end-user manuals, collaborating with developers and engineers across multiple programs.

The role requires eight years of experience in technical writing, a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and a bachelor’s degree (master’s can substitute two years).

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline is required.
• Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience, reducing the requirement to six years.
• TS/SCI Poly required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation.
• Write and edit technical publications from pamphlets, drawings, and consult with engineers and subject matter experts.
• Coordinate layout and design of documents and produce end-user guides and training materials.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline

Master's degree substitution for experience

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Job Title: Sr Technical WriterJob Category: Engineering and Technical SupportTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None * * *

We are seeking a Technical Writer who will be responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. You will be writing and editing technical documentation for all of the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation. You will create code documentation for software; implementation guides and end-user guides for capability; provide field, data definition, and data flow documentation. You will format technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consult with technical personnel and other available resources.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining operation documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
• Understand basic concept (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documents
• Gather technical information, prepare written text
• Maintain a current internal documentation library
• Use multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, etc.
• Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
• Work with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials
• Work on all phases of documentation
• Understand basic concepts and write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity
• Prepare reports responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences
• Coordinate layout and design of documents
• Research highly technical subject matter, organize information from multiple sources, and express technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readers
• Under general direction, write technical copy for various types of documents
• Apply concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources
• Produce defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems
• Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer related information
• Produce technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies
• Provide expert oversight of technical writing and editing to all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the Contract
• Work independently preparing and maintaining highly complex systems, programming and operations documentation, procedures and methods
• Act as project leader for projects with complex or voluminous documentation and provide or coordinate special documentation services as required

Qualifications

Required:

• Eight (8) years experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• Master’s degree in a technical or business disciple may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to six (6) years of experience
• Five (5) years of additional TW experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree
• TS/SCI Poly required

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

$84,900 - $178,400

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.