Technical Writer

Canvas; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas is hiring a Technical Writer to apply writing skills in conveying complex scientific and technological concepts to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in the defense sector, and will join a company recognized for its strong ethical standards and employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous company-funded Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in a related technical field, with three years in DoD or USG organizations.
• Ability to create user documentation for technical information.

Responsibilities

• Communicate scientific and technological developments accurately to various audiences.
• Obtain and analyze technical information; develop user documentation such as how-to guides.

Skills

Writing

Analysis

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field

Job description

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Robins AFB GA

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Job Title: Technical Writer

Location: Robins AFB GA

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Duties

Ability to apply writing skills and substantial knowledge of the basic principles and specialized vocabulary of appropriate subject-matter fields to enable accurate communication of scientific and technological developments to expert and other interested audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, three of which must be in the DoD or other United States Government (USG) ISR/SOF Organizations. OR seven years of directly related experience, five of which must be in the DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations.

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Other Essential Job Functions

Demonstrated experience in obtaining, analyzing, and selecting pertinent technical information then determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative and finally determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, medium, and audience. Experience in taking highly technical information and creating user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals used for DOD maintenance, servicing and inspecting complex systems to include aircraft equipment, avionics, electronic warfare and surveillance systems and mechanical hydraulic/pneudraulic systems.

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified , Fortune Best Small Workplace , Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits Of Working With Canvas

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• And many more!
• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
  
  

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to [e-mail].

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis. Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email [e-mail] with questions.

For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.

If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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