Technical Writer

Tactical-Engineering-; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. seeks a Technical Writer to author and maintain documentation for the Command and Control Processor program. The role collaborates with CM, engineers, and product managers to deliver user manuals, installation guides, and API docs.

You will develop templates, manage multiple docs, run usability testing, and keep knowledge bases current. Candidates should have GED or equivalent and be able to obtain government clearance; US citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and editing technical documentation with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of documentation tools and version control practices.
• Ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Experience delivering user manuals, installation guides, and API docs.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain technical documentation for the C2P program.
• Collaborate with SMEs, engineers, and PMs to gather information.
• Translate technical content into clear, user-friendly content.
• Develop content strategies to improve documentation quality and user experience.
• Manage multiple documentation projects with timely delivery.
• Conduct usability testing and update knowledge bases.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Documentation tools

Version control

Project management

Communication skills

Technical communication

Linux

Image editing

Education

GED / equivalent years of experience

Tools

Visio

Photoshop

Git

Job description

The Technical Writer is responsible for authoring and maintaining documentation for the Command and Control Processor program. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organizations goals by developing standardized documentation templates across the C2P project, working hand-in-hand with the Configuration Management team to ensure that CM standards are upheld, and updating documentation as new project capabilities are realized. This position will directly impact program usability through delivering comprehensive user-friendly Software User Manuals and play an important role in providing other documentation to program stakeholders.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES

• Create, review, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, and API documentation
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to gather and understand complex technical information
• Translate technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly content for diverse audiences
• Develop and implement content strategies to improve overall documentation quality and user experience
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate user feedback to enhance documentation effectiveness
• Maintain and update internal documentation libraries and knowledge bases

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Has a basic knowledge of:
• Writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Documentation tools
• Version control systems and collaborative writing platforms
• Project management and organizational skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration
• Complex technical concepts and explain them clearly to non-technical audiences
• Image manipulation using Microsoft Visio or Photoshop
• Linux operating systems

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• GED and/or equivalent years of experience

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment
• Computer/Equipment lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs
• Frequent use of keyboard and typing
• Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE

• 9/80
• The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE

$80,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer