Technical Writer

Augustine Consulting, Inc.; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Technical Writer to join their Engineering Services team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the US Army PEO Soldier, preparing essential documentation that supports critical operations. You will engage with senior-level customers and contribute to the development of various technical materials, ensuring they meet both company and client standards. If you are a self-starter with a passion for clear communication and a meticulous approach to documentation, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values thoroughness, maturity, and a proactive attitude in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• 5 years of experience in Technical Writing for software products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage technical documentation for various systems.
• Interface with senior customers and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical Writing

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or IT

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Suite

Atlassian Software Suite (Jira, Confluence)

IBM Rational DOORS

Windows Operating System

Job description

Augustine Consulting Inc. is a Woman-Owned Small Business professional services provider of engineering and technical services to the United States Government. We seek an experienced, self-starting Technical Writer to serve as a part of the Company’s Engineering Services team that supports our US Army PEO Soldier customer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• An ACI Technical Writer III, you will have opportunities to interface with senior level customers, Warfighters, and leadership while performing the following functions:
• Prepares/manages the development and updating of documentation in the form of Architecture and Component diagrams, Technical Diagrams, User Guides, Quick Reference Guides, Release Notes, and Training materials for systems which include Watchtower, TRAKR, Sensitive Site Exploitation (SSE), VHA-L/H and DOCK-L/U.
• Prepares/manages contractual documentation in the form of Software Requirements Specification (SRS), Software Version Description (SVD), Software Design Description (SDD), Software Development Plan (SDP), Software Test Plan (STP), NW EUD/NMP/Auxiliary Equipment Production & Provisioning Process & Equipment (PPPE), EUD/NMP and NW Auxiliary Equipment Production Test Plan & Procedures, Software Development Environment, and the Technical Data Package (TDP).
• Prepares addendums to Software Version Description Documents.
• Works directly with the customer to set priorities and ensures that the work products conform to company and customer standards.
• Carries out projects assigned by Team Leads pertaining to team functions, requiring research and investigation.

A Technical Writer who fits our team is:

• Dynamic: contributes energy and enthusiasm to our daily tasks, to the team’s interactions, and to the Company’s mission.
• Thorough: possesses an unparalleled work ethic; produces complete, even polished products; persistent; mission-focused; asks “Why?” as often as necessary to get to the root of the matter.
• Mature: respects others’ opinions, beliefs, and culture; listens to ideas, shares thoughts, and works independently and together to contribute insights to the company’s leaders.
• Forthright: speaks with conviction; argues based on understanding, respectfully.
• Inquisitive: seeks deeper explanations of how systems work, not the surface-level description of the actors involved; goes beyond “stick-fetching” to connect the unconnected.
• Timely: shows up, ready to think, prepared to get on with the day’s assignments; contributes analytical insights that meet time-sensitive, reasonable requests.
• Honest: knows what’s right, what’s legal, what’s appropriate; conducts himself/herself accordingly.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Associate’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience or, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline and five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communications skills, both written and oral.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite of Software.
• Basic knowledge of Atlassian Software Suite to include Jira and Confluence.
• Basic knowledge of IBM Rational Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS).
• Basic knowledge of Windows Operating System.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with Department of Defense networks, systems and processes.
• Experience with Tactical networks and mission command systems.
• Experience with handheld mobile computing devices.
• Familiarity with Soldier and/or other Army Mission Command and Control systems.
• Exposure to Software engineering processes/tools/methods, Software design, test, development, and/or support, Operating systems, system administration & network protocols.
• Experience in Technical Writing pertaining to software products, such as Software Version Description, Software Design Description, and Software Requirements Specification.

Augustine Consulting, Inc. offers a robust benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance plans.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program.

Pay Band Information:

$70,000 - $120,000

The ACI pay band for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of a specific compensation. Factors that influence the pay offered to a specific candidate for this position include, but are not limited to, federal and state laws; federal government contract labor categories and contract wage rates; relevant prior work experience; a candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors; geographic location; education; and certifications.

Augustine Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.