Technical Writer

Peraton; Virginia, Great Falls Crossing (MN, VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative national security company is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to create user documentation that simplifies complex scientific and technical ideas. In this role, you will collaborate with customers and technical staff to develop clear, concise guides and manuals while ensuring compliance with documentation standards. This position offers the opportunity to work on critical missions that protect our nation and allies, making a significant impact in the field of national security. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for clear communication, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a technical or lead writing role.
• Proven ability to distill complex information into clear, concise text.

Responsibilities

• Create and write user documents including manuals and how-to guides.
• Work with customers to translate functional requirements into technical specifications.

Skills

Technical Writing

Excellent Writing and Grammar Skills

Documentation Procedures

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Template Design

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Documentation Tools

Job description

Technical Writer

Job Locations: US-VA-Reston | US-VA-Herndon | US-DC-Washington

Requisition ID: 2024-148894

Position Category: Publications & Graphics Art

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

• The Technical Writer is responsible for creating and writing various types of user documents, including how-to guides, references, manuals, cheat sheets, or instructions.
• Explain scientific and technical ideas in simple language.
• Work with customers to translate their functional requirements into detailed technical specifications.
• Ensure new and existing publications follow established documentation procedures.
• Lead internal process documentation.
• Evaluate existing publications for quality, relevancy, and accuracy.
• Create documents from technical information provided by technical staff or ensure documents produced are consistent with formats and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree and five years in a technical or lead writing role.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Proven ability to distill complex information into clear, concise text.
• Excellent writing and grammar skills; ability to work independently and deliver accurate content under deadline pressure.
• Experience designing and delivering developer-oriented documentation and working directly with development teams.
• Proficient in using multiple tools to develop base templates and manipulate output styles.
• Thorough understanding of software development (SDLC), IC ITE, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other key contract terminology.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.