Technical Writer L2

Wyetech, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEP IRA contributions

200 hours PTO

Medical plan options

Vision and Dental

Life and AD&D

Disability insurance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Wyetech, LLC is seeking a Technical Writer Level 2 to provide documentation, process, configuration management, and training support for the HCSO/HIOC program. You will author and revise software and systems engineering documents, installation guides, and end-user manuals.

The role requires six years of experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, Jira, Confluence, and the ability to collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to produce clear, defense-focused publications for DoD

Qualifications

• Six years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs of similar scope.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SharePoint, plus Jira and Confluence.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documentation.
• Ability to support HCSO/HIOC documentation, process and system documentation, configuration management, training.
• Ability to support HCSO business process training and foreign partner system training courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.
• Work with developers to produce documentation and training materials.
• Research technical subject matter and communicate to a broad audience.
• Maintain a current internal documentation library.
• Produce defense acquisition documentation and end-user manuals for DoD systems.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Technical Writer Level 2 – 30994

Wyetech is seeking a Technical Writer Level 2 to provide documentation, process, configuration management, and training support for the High-Capacity Sensor Operations (HCSO) Integrated Operations Center (HIOC).

The Technical Writer is responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. This position writes and edits technical documentation for project hardware and software, including installation, configuration, and how-to documentation. The Technical Writer also creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provides field, data definition, and data flow documentation; and formats technical publications using pamphlets, technical drawings, consultations with technical personnel, and other available resources.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Six (6) years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SharePoint, as well as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documentation.
• Ability to support HCSO/HIOC documentation, process and system documentation, configuration management, process support, and training support.
• Ability to support HCSO business process training and foreign partner system training courses.

Capabilities:

• Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.
• Understand basic writing and grammar concepts and write technical copy for various types of documents.
• Gather technical information and prepare clear, accurate written content.
• Maintain a current internal documentation library.
• Use multiple word processing and presentation tools, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and related applications.
• Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.
• Work with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials.
• Support all phases of the documentation lifecycle.
• Write technical copy for programs and projects of similar complexity.
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences.
• Coordinate the layout and design of documents.
• Research highly technical subject matter, organize information from multiple sources, and communicate technical information in a form that is understandable to a broad audience.
• Under general direction, write technical copy for various types of documents supporting programs/projects of similar complexity.
• Apply technical writing concepts using engineering drawings, engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources.
• Produce defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systems.
• Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures to understand and synthesize large quantities of computer-related information.
• Produce technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies.
• Apply technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products.

Qualifications:

• Six (6) years of experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional Technical Writer experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and a position-appropriate security clearance are required.

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real‑world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world‑class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.

Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Additional benefits include:

Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Full‑time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision and Dental
• Life and AD&D Benefits
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services
• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
• Mobility Among Wyetech‑supported Contracts
• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
• Various team‑building events throughout the year such as monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party
• Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually

Salary Range:$38.28 - $71.24 USD Hourly
Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications; and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre‑benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood. at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.