Technical Writer (1028)

Herdt Consulting, Inc.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks of paid vacation

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K program with company match

Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

Job summary

A consulting firm seeks a Technical Writer to support Naval Education systems. The role involves drafting comprehensive documentation for various programs, ensuring quality and compliance with military standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in a related field, alongside mid-to-senior level technical writing experience. Preferred skills include familiarity with military documentation and AI tools. Benefits include health insurance, 3 weeks of vacation, a 401K program, and more.

Qualifications

• Mid-to-senior level technical writing experience required.
• Experience supporting defense, civilian, or national security sectors preferred.
• Knowledge of infrastructure modernization and cloud solutions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit complex hardware and system documentation.
• Maintain, update, and author new revisions of technical documentation.
• Collaborate with SMEs and technical team members on documentation.

Skills

Proficiency in technical writing tools and software packages

Familiarity with military system documentation standards

Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, IT, or related field

Job description

This position will be supporting Training & Education Management Systems for Naval Education and Training Command (NETC). The Technical Writer will support our Programs of Record; Corporate Enterprise Training Activity Resource Systems (CeTARS) for both schoolhouse & corporate, Navy & Joint MyEducation (MyED), Naval Education and Training Future Officer and Citizenship User System (NETFOCUS), Navy Inspector General Hotline Tracking System (NIGHTS), Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS), Authoring Instructional Materials (AIM), and Learning Assessment System (LAS).

Quick Facts

• Security Clearance: Active Secret (Interim Secret may be considered for strong candidates)
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, IT, or related field. Degree must be from an ABET accredited or NCAE-C designated institution (as identified at cyber.mil)
• Experience: Mid-to-senior level technical writing experience
• Work Schedule: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation Development: Draft and edit complex hardware and system documentation including Technical Manuals, Technical Instructions, Modification Instructions, Procedures, and User Guides
• Content Management: Maintain, update, and author new revisions of technical documentation including Systems Engineering Management Plans, Configuration Management Plans, and Statements of Work
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with SMEs and assist technical team members with writing tasks and documentation development
• Process & Standards Adherence: Follow established processes, writing/style conventions, and configuration management requirements for program documentation
• Quality Assurance: Review documentation submitted by stakeholders (e.g., requirements documents, statements of work) for completeness, correctness, and compliance prior to baselining
• Information Structuring: Compile and structure researched technical information into clearly communicated formats for stakeholders
• Visual Documentation: Source or develop technical diagrams to support reference documentation
• Compliance & Governance: Produce documentation in accordance with customer formatting and governance standards
• Reference Management: Clearly track and cite reference sources
• Task Management: Manage numerous tasks, priorities, and technical inputs with minimal supervision

Required Technical Skills

• Technical Writing Tools: Proficiency in technical writing tools and software packages
• Documentation Standards: Familiarity with military system documentation standards (MIL-STD-38784, DOD-STD-2167A, IEEE 12207-2-2020)
• Collaboration: Experience working in conjunction with multi-disciplinary teams to develop technical content
• Editing & Quality Control: Strong attention to detail and ability to refine and edit technical information for clarity and accuracy
• Organization:Excellent organizational skills

Preferred Skills & Experience

• AI Tools: Experience using various AI platforms
• Technical Domain Exposure: Knowledge of infrastructure modernization, applications/software development and sustainment, cloud solutions, and agile methodologies
• Federal Experience: Experience supporting defense, civilian, space, or national security sectors of the federal government

What We Can Offer You

• Excellence: The chance to be part of a company that has a reputation for excellence in task execution.
• Time Off: Full-time associates receive 3 weeks of paid vacation each year plus 11 federal holidays.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Secondary Insurance, Dental, and Vision.
• Financial Security: 401K program with Fidelity (including company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Insurance: Short-term and Long-term Disability at no cost, plus Voluntary Life and AD&DD options.