Technical Writer — Defense IT & Documentation Specialist

strategic-analytix-careers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Analytix is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to prepare, review, and maintain technical documents for DoD projects. The role covers hardware and software documentation, installation guides, and end-user manuals, plus code documentation and training materials.

The ideal candidate has TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly, at least six years of technical writing experience, and a bachelor’s degree in a technical field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required; four additional TW years may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Six years of Technical Writer experience in programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Ability to translate engineering information into clear, user-friendly documentation.
• Experience with DoD/NSA-style documentation standards and NSA DS-89 where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software.
• Create code documentation, implementation guides, and end-user manuals.
• Maintain a current internal documentation library.
• Coordinate layout and design using MS Word, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings for a wide range of audiences.
• Collaborate with developers to produce quality documentation and training material.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Strategic Analytix is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to prepare, review, and maintain technical documents for DoD projects. The role covers hardware and software documentation, installation guides, and end-user manuals, plus code documentation and training materials.

The ideal candidate has TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly, at least six years of technical writing experience, and a bachelor’s degree in a technical field.