Technical Writer 3 (part-time)

Overview

woodcons.com

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Telework: None

Salary Range: **$100,000 to $140,000 per year

• Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.
  
  

Overview: Responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. Writes and edits technical documentation for all of the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation. 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 from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
• Understand basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documents
• Gather technical information, prepares written text
• Maintain a current internal documentation library
• Use multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.
• Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publications
• Work with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials
• Work on all phases of documentation
• Understand basic concepts and write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiences
• Coordinate layout and design of documents
• Research highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiples sources, and express technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readers
• Under general direction, write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexity
• Apply concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from 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, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer related information
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education & Years of Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional TW experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Eight (8) years experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• A Master’s degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to six (6) years of experience.
  

Fringe Benefits

About WOOD

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement. As a vital part of impactful projects, you will have the chance to drive innovation and shape the future of government systems engineering.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work-life balance. Join a team of top-tier professionals and engage in dynamic, cross-functional collaboration. Your strategic mindset and proactive approach will be highly valued and supported.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We recognize and reward your expertise and dedication to excellence.
  
  

WOOD 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.