TS/SCI Technical Writer for System Documentation & Diagrams

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

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a skilled technical writer to develop and maintain system documentation by translating complex information from engineers and SMEs into clear diagrams, data dictionaries, and procedures. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office, Visio, Confluence, Jira, and repository governance.

The candidate will produce architecture diagrams, interface specifications, and user guides while ensuring accuracy across multiple

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• High School diploma with 5 years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience creating system-level documentation (architecture diagrams, interface specs, data dictionaries, user guides).
• Ability to translate technical information from SMEs/engineers into clear documentation.
• Experience managing a documentation repository using Confluence, SharePoint or Jira.
• Proficiency with documentation/diagramming tools including MS Office, Visio, Confluence and Jira.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills for multiple documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication in a cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation from engineers/SMEs.
• Create architecture diagrams, interface specifications, data dictionaries, and user guides.
• Maintain a documentation repository using Confluence, SharePoint, Jira.
• Translate complex technical information into system documentation and procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

SME interpretation

Documentation management

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Confluence

SharePoint

Jira

Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Peraton is seeking a skilled technical writer to develop and maintain system documentation by translating complex information from engineers and SMEs into clear diagrams, data dictionaries, and procedures. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office, Visio, Confluence, Jira, and repository governance.

The candidate will produce architecture diagrams, interface specifications, and user guides while ensuring accuracy across multiple