Technical Writer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics - IT; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Technical Writer to support enterprise IT documentation across software and networks. You will prepare and edit technical content ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency for diverse projects. Location is on customer site in Washington, DC.

The role requires a BA/BS and 8+ years of experience, DoD 8570 IAT Level II, and TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and desktop publishing is essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus 8 years of relevant experience.
• Security clearance TS/SCI with Polygraph is required or program access.
• Knowledge of technical research, writing, and editing.
• Experience with word-processing and desktop publishing software.

Responsibilities

• Create and review ITD technical products for grammar, punctuation, and syntax, as well as for logic, clarity, and consistency.
• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents including software and systems/network engineering, system/network operations, testing, user documentation, etc.
• Write and edit technical documentation for all the projects hardware and software requirements to include installation, configuration, how-to documentation, and end-user guides.
• Standardize documentation by creating and implementing templates for all document types
• Ensures that style and format conform to agency publication standards and that language presentation is consistent with prescribed style guides and specialized vocabulary of subject matter fields.
• Amends draft tables, tone boxes, and graphics to ensure the content supports and is consistent with the accompanying text.
• Ensures proper classification markings in accordance with provided guidance.
• Works with authors to revise products for narrative organization, and negotiates further revisions as needed.
• Maintain document library to enable ease of document storage, retrieval, updates, and review

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Documentation standards

End-user documentation

Education

BA/BS degree

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe InDesign

Desktop publishing software

Job description

Transform technology into opportunity a Technical Writer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Technical Writer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

HOW A TECHNICAL WRITER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Create and review ITD technical products for proper grammar, punctuation, and syntax, as well as for logic, clarity, and consistency.
• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents including software and systems/network engineering, system/network operations, testing, user documentation, etc.
• Write and edit technical documentation for all the projects hardware and software requirements to include installation, configuration, how-to documentation, and end-user guides.
• Standardize documentation by creating and implementing templates for all document types
• Ensures that style and format conform to agency publication standards and that language presentation is consistent with prescribed style guides and specialized vocabulary of subject matter fields.
• Amends draft tables, tone boxes, and graphics to ensure the content supports and is consistent with the accompanying text.
• Ensures proper classification markings in accordance with provided guidance.
• Works with authors to revise products for narrative organization, and negotiates further revisions as needed.
• Maintain document library to enable ease of document storage, retrieval, updates, and review
• Participates in special projects as required

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Required Education and Experience: BA/BS + 8 years
• Desired Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in technical research, writing, and editing
• Knowledge of and ability to use various word-processing and desktop publishing software applications
• Knowledge of the organization’s products and services, customer requirements, purpose and structure of required documentation, and end user’s level of understanding
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Location: On Customer Site

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in program management at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

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