Tech Writer - C

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Telos Corporation seeks a Tech Writer - C to develop and coordinate technical documentation and CAD drawings for engineering projects. You will support documentation workflows, reviews, and delivery timelines, ensuring quality and compliance with customer guidelines.

The role requires DoD security clearance eligibility and a background in technical writing for engineering/IT contexts, with strong MS Word/Visio skills and CAD experience.

Qualifications

• DoD Secret Clearance eligibility required.
• Associate's Degree in a writing/drafting-focused discipline or equivalent experience (5–7 years).
• Technical writing background with Engineering/IT experience.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in active voice.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and coordinate technical documentation and drawings for engineering projects.
• Produce and manage CDRLs and related documents; support configuration management.

Skills

Technical writing

CAD documentation

Active voice writing

MS Word

Adobe

MS Visio

MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel)

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Clearance eligibility

Education

Associate's Degree in writing/drafting-focused discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title

Tech Writer - C

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

Job Requirements

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.

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Ashburn, VA 20147 US (Primary)

Telos offers an excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. Telos and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.