Tech Writer III

Are you passionate about creating clear documentation for highly complex systems? We may have the Tech Writer position you've been seeking! Our products play an integral role in bridging battlefield communication gaps for Military and Coalition Partners and providing a unified operating picture. As a Tech Writer on our team you will be using your skills and expertise to work with subject matter experts, to obtain an in-depth comprehension of these products necessary to meet the documentation specifications for our programs and proposals.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber. https://www.sncorp.com/company/business-areas/

Responsibilities:

• Work with systems engineers, software engineers, and field service teams to identify content updates required for various system documentation
• Follow change and configuration management processes during revisions
• Participate in project meetings to identify upcoming documentation needs
• Adapt to changes in system features in a rapid-moving environment
• Receive direction from lead Technical Writer for project assignment and tasking

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and typically 3 or more years of relevant experience
• A higher level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Knowledge of technical writing principles, practices, and standards
• Understanding of desktop publishing tools, including publishing features of Microsoft Word
• Experience in other elements of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe publishing tools and editing, layout, and production of technical documents which include graphics, tables, and other embedded content
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Experience in documenting software products
• XML documentation experience

Preferred:

• Ability to plan and participate in Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) preparation, technical documentation, test plans, procedures, and technical or operations manuals
• Experience preparing documentation with minimal input (written or verbal) from subject matter experts, such as design engineers and program managers, to prepare initial drafts and templates
• Familiarity working with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of product and documentation requirements. Verify content meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience
• Prior experience creating and maintaining documentation templates, layout guides, and graphics resources
• Understanding of internal technical reference documentation, including data libraries, training material, process/procedure guides
• Knowledge of techniques for reviewing, editing, and formatting business proposals, product management documents, RFP responses, marketing communications, and other organizational documents as requested
• Experience with Adobe FrameMaker
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry or DoD

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!