Technical Writer

SYNCADD Systems Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Company Paid Holidays

Professional Development Assistance

Referral Programs

Job summary

SYNCADD Systems, Inc. is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to translate complex technical concepts into clear documentation for DoD geospatial and property programs. The role requires coordinating with engineers, PMs, and SMEs to produce precise manuals, SOPs, and guidance.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of technical writing experience, GIS familiarity, and strong communication skills. The position involves enterprise geospatial data management and QA/QC support in a DoD context.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience performing technical writing.
• 1-2 years of experience using GIS software.
• Must possess strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to multitask to meet deadlines with quality work.
• Knowledge of Microsoft and Adobe office products and GIS tools (Esri ArcGIS, Excel, Access).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing guidance, policy, and regulations related to geospatial processes and QA/QC.
• Compile and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for analytical tasks from multiple sources.
• Review and assist in developing draft plans, documents and guidance for enterprise geospatial data management.
• Draft articles, reports, or major sections of larger deliverables with accuracy and clarity.
• Prepare and maintain metadata and other documentation.
• Monitor changes affecting geospatial data standards and workflows.
• Utilize GIS to develop maps, data, and reports.
• Provide staff support to working groups, committees, and task forces.
• Demonstrate professionalism and collaboration across diverse teams.

Skills

Technical writing

GIS software

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/Geography or related field

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat / PDF tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technology and the ability to create documentation that simplifies complex technical concepts for various audiences. The Technical Writer will collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation. Associates will have technical familiarity with databases, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). SYNCADD Associates are recognized for expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) geospatial and real property issues and trends.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in developing guidance, policy, and regulations that affect the processes associated with the geospatial program, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and standardization
• Compile and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for multiple analytical tasks from
• multiple input sources on a regular basis including soliciting feedback from original sources
• Review and assist in developing draft plans, documents and guidance, focusing on enterprise geospatial data management
• Logically organizes and drafts articles, reports, or major sections of larger deliverables, free of grammatical and spelling errors, which accurately capture ideas and add value
• Prepare and maintain metadata and other documentation
• Monitor technological, legal and operational changes that affect geospatial data standard and work processes
• Utilizes GIS technology to develop and produce maps, data, and reports
• Provide staff support to working groups, committees and task forces
• Demonstrates professionalism, work ethic, and an appreciation of diverse perspectives

Required Skills And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Earth Sciences, Engineering or a related field is preferred
• 1-2 years of experience performing technical writing
• 1-2 years of experience using GIS software
• Ability to interact with military personnel, DOD personnel and other contract workers to work on different projects to assist in overall program support
• Must possess strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Must be able to multitask to efficiently meet deadlines with quality work
• Highly motivated, exceptionally skilled at problem solving, able to adapt quickly and can work well in a team environment and individually
• Knowledge of Microsoft and Adobe office products and other industry standard applications (Esri ArcGIS, Excel, Access)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE)

Salary & Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Assistance
• Referral Programs

Compensation: The compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s skills and experience. This position includes health care and retirement benefits.

Job Profile: Veterans are encouraged to apply. This position requires US Citizenship, and you must be able to secure security clearance.

SYNCADD Systems, Inc. is a rapidly growing technology company that services Department of Defense customers globally. SYNCADD's headquarters is in Honolulu with a Federal office in Alexandria, Virginia, and personnel located throughout the Pacific and continental United States. SYNCADD provides its customers with integrative technologies and services that assist with the effective management of key resources (facilities, space, inventory, costs, and organizations).

SYNCADD is an Equal Opportunity Employer