Technical Writer

Dovel Technologies, Inc; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to develop and maintain documentation for Navy Reserve data analytics, digital modernization, and mission readiness programs in Norfolk, VA. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and government stakeholders to publish SOPs, reports, and user guides.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of federal documentation experience, and an ACTIVE SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• 3+ years of overall work experience.
• Experience developing technical documentation for federal government or DoD programs.
• Experience creating and maintaining SOPs, user guides, technical manuals, system documentation, and process documentation.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation, reports, presentations, and other contract deliverables supporting Navy Reserve data analytics, digital modernization, and mission readiness initiatives.
• Author and coordinate project documentation including PMPs, MSRs, FTRs, training materials, validation plans, and operational procedures.
• Translate complex technical, data analytics, systems engineering, AI/ML, and data governance concepts into clear documentation tailored to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, analysts, project managers, and government stakeholders to document system requirements, business processes, and architecture artifacts.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with contractual requirements, quality standards, security guidelines, and government documentation standards while supporting timely submission and review cycles.

Skills

Technical Writing

Federal Documentation

Data Analytics

Agile Methodologies

Security Clearances

SharePoint

GitLab

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SharePoint

GitLab

MS Office

Job description

## Technical WriterApply: US - VA, Norfolk: Full time: Posted Today: 44326**Job Family:**Business Systems Analysis**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Active Secret**What You Will Do:*** Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation, reports, presentations, and other contract deliverables supporting Navy Reserve data analytics, digital modernization, and mission readiness initiatives* Author and coordinate project documentation including Project Management Plans (PMPs), Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), Final Technical Reports (FTRs), training materials, validation plans, and operational procedures* Translate complex technical, data analytics, systems engineering, AI/ML, and data governance concepts into clear, concise documentation tailored to technical and non-technical stakeholders* Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, analysts, project managers, and government stakeholders to document system requirements, business processes, architecture artifacts, and operational recommendations* Ensure all deliverables comply with contractual requirements, quality standards, security guidelines, and government documentation standards while supporting timely submission and review cycles.**What You Will Need:*** Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.* Minimum Three (3)+ years of overall work experience.* Experience developing technical documentation for federal government or DoD programs.* Experience creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), user guides, technical manuals, system documentation, and process documentation.* Ability to translate complex technical concepts related to data analytics, software development, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems into clear documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.* Experience supporting Agile projects and collaborating with project managers, developers, data engineers, and data scientists.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management/version control tools such as SharePoint, GitLab, or similar repositories.* Strong editing, proofreading, and document formatting skills with attention to detail.* Experience preparing reports, presentations, contract deliverables, and executive briefings.* Ability to support documentation for analytics platforms, Jupiter Notebooks, Databricks, Python-based solutions, and data visualization tools is preferred.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently in a government contracting environment.* An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED \"SECRET\" Federal or DoD security clearance.* US Citizenship is contractually required.* Availability to be onsite 4x per week.**What Would Be Nice To Have:*** Experience working with the Ware Data Platform (WDP) (previously known as Advana, specifically Advana Jupiter for the Department of the Navy).* Knowledge of Foundry principles.**What We Offer:**Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays* Parental Leave* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Group Term Life and Travel Assistance* Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance* Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities* Employee Referral Program* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach* Care.com annual membership* Employee Assistance Program* Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus