The contractor shall provide technical writers with competencies to apply writing skills with 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.

Technical writers may also apply writing skills and an understanding of the appropriate equipment and systems to:

• The development of specifications showing the characteristics and capabilities;
• The design and test requirements of equipment and systems;
• The development of training, operating, or maintenance manuals associated with equipment and systems;
• Reporting research findings and agency decisions;
• Articulate agency policies;
• Explain technical aspects of agency programs to those affected with materials that explain technical information in such a way as to make it clear without sacrificing thoroughness and accuracy;
• Ensure materials are:
  • Consistent with agency policy and with other information presented by the agency,
  • Meet the style requirements of the agency and the publication, and
  • Are written at an appropriate level for the intended audience;
• Use desktop publishing hardware to draft, edit, and lay out material and sometimes to design, print, and distribute it;
• Manage individual or serial publications from initial conception and content determination through distribution and coordination of the activities of other publishing personnel;
• Make final reviews of proposed publications for style, design, layout, and editorial aspects before release.
• Prepare original papers, articles, or reports in scientific, technical, or professional fields based on research, interviews with experts and program officials;
• Sometimes observe or participate in tests and experiments
• Prepare manuals for training in or guidance on the operation or maintenance of technical equipment and systems, or specifications for the development or purchase of such equipment and systems; or,
• Use their knowledge of the language and methods used in the specialized field to understand and work with technical information.

Typical work assignments involve:

• Obtaining, analyzing, and selecting the pertinent information;
• Determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative;
• Determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, the medium, and the audience;
• Writing the material;
• Consulting on or selecting illustrative material;
• Preparing the material for publication;
• Writing technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications;
• Meeting with customer representatives, vendors, system engineers, and program managers to establish technical specifications;
• Studying drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples;
• Creating user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals;
• Preparing charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts;
• Ensuring document contents follow required formats;
• Writing clear and concise policies and procedures;
• Ensuring consistency of wording among multiple documents;
• Creating table of contents and cite sources;
• Submitting copies to managers for feedback;
• Maintaining electronic library or all signed documents and final presentations; or,
• Providing updates and different editions.

Job Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD
• OR, Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD
• OR, 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight of which must be in the DoD.

Desired Experience

• Technical writing experience within the Department of Defense relative to information and/or business systems environment;
• Excellent writing skills and strong command of the English language including grammar;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work well with other organizations and personnel with disparate backgrounds;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task;
• Strong technical, analytical and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and with a team;
• Experience in MS Office software, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint required; and,
• Experience in MS Project and MS Access.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Torch is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Torch is a covered Federal contractor subject to the federal mandate requirements for the COVID 19 vaccine. Currently, there is a temporary injunction against the Government enjoining the vaccine mandate; however, it may become a condition of employment in the future if the injunction is lifted.