Tech Writer - C

Telos Corporation; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Job summary

Telos Corporation is seeking a Documentation & CAD Specialist to support Engineering Design, Implementation and Operations. Responsibilities include creating, reviewing, and coordinating technical documentation and drawings, ensuring CDRL requirements and delivery timelines are met. Travel <30% may apply.

Ideally you have CAD training, an Associate’s Degree in a drafting-focused discipline, and a strong technical writing background with MS Word/Visio proficiency. U.S.

Qualifications

• Technical writing background with Engineering/IT context
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in active voice
• Follow strict documentation guidelines and deadlines
• Experience producing CDRLs, Test Plans/Procedures, and design specs

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and release documentation and drawings with SMEs
• Research, write, edit and produce CDRLs (Test Plans, Procedures, System Design Specs)
• Produce TSIPs and coordinate documentation workflow for project deliverables
• Proofread engineering content and support installation and documentation management

Skills

Technical writing

MS Word

MS Visio

Adobe

PowerPoint

Excel

Editing

CDRLs/TSIPs

Education

Associate’s Degree in drafting/writing

CAD training

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Visio

MS Word

Adobe

MS Office

Job description

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Salary: Min. 75,000-Max. 120,000/ per year depending on experience and qualifications. Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

This position will be based at Remote with on-site work.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Documentation & CAD drawing in support of Engineering Design, Implementation and Operations. Specifically, development, review, and coordination of technical documentation & drawing required for engineering projects that Telos is fielding. Additionally, provide documentation and coordination to facilitate effective configuration management of key project product and documentation elements, resolving technical issues as needed. May also be involved in proposal development when necessary. Support documentation workflow to ensure all CDRL development meets identified requirements and delivery timelines.

• Create, manage, and release various documentation and drawing work products through coordination with Subject Matter Experts.
• Research, write, edit and produce other contract CDRLs as required, including Test Plans, Test Procedures, System Design Specifications. etc…
• Research, write, edit and produce Telecommunications System Installation Plans (TSIPs).
• Proofread/edit technical content produced by others including program managers, engineers, and proposal writers.
• Produce illustrations using Microsoft Visio.
• Other writing/proofreading/editing duties as assigned.
• Directly support the Installation and Documentation Manager to produce quality deliverables, meeting all assigned deadlines.
• Support engineering team to prioritize workloads, perform resource planning and execute tasks as it relates to documentation and drawings.

Travel may be required – <30% (approx. three 1-2 week trips per year)

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Technical Training in CAD and Associate’s Degree in writing/drafting-focused discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or experience (5-7 years).
• Technical writing background with Engineering and/or IT-related experience
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in an active voice.
• Ability to translate content guidelines into a comprehensive document outline.
• Ability to follow strict composition guidelines established by our customer.
• Ability to conduct oneself with diplomacy and tact in the presence of our customer.
• Ability to receive instructions, identify any points requiring clarification, and execute the task with minimal supervision.
• Expert level proficiency with MS Word and Adobe
• Strong proficiency with MS Visio and proficiency with other in MS Office products [Power Point, Excel]

Demonstrated capability with AutoCAD, Solidworks, or equivalent programs

• A professional attitude regarding attention to detail and customer service and excellent organizational skills are required.
• The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 1-800-283-1911. If you require relay service assistance, please click on the following link to review information on your state's relay service: https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility.

Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.