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  • ID
    #6119025
  • Job type
    Permanent
  • Salary
    $53,000 - $75,000
  • Source
    TekStream Solutions, LLC
  • Date
    2020-10-29
  • Deadline
    2020-12-27

Technical Writer

Arizona, Yuma, 85364 Yuma USA
 
Permanent

Vacancy expired!

Alion Science and Technology is a growing global DoD leader in technology. We believe that our first responsibility is to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Our inventive solutions prepare the people who brave battle for whatever comes their way, so they can make their way home. Protecting the people who dedicate their lives to defending us is at the heart of everything we do.We are looking for a mid-level Technical Writer with top-notch writing and editing skills who can shape and effectively present technical information. The ideal candidate will have a sufficient IT background to follow a technical conversation and to translate complex technical concepts and solutions into multiple types of documents tailored to a variety of audiences. The position requires experience writing, reviewing, and revising various technical documentation including, but not limited to, reports, manuals, briefings, presentations, policies, processes, technical architectures, and information papers. The candidate also must be comfortable working independently on multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills
  • BA/BS degree in English or similar field. Educational requirements may be adjusted for applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.
  • Two (2)-Six (6) years of experience providing support in a technical writing capacity. At least two (2) years of experience supporting Information Technology (IT) projects.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with comprehensive knowledge of correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and usage of the English language.
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts and solutions into multiple types of documents tailored to a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to independently research, organize, write, edit and produce required documentation. Willingness to learn new concepts.
  • Ability to collaborate with technical and other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to obtain information necessary to produce clear, readable documents to be used by technical and nontechnical personnel.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines and communicate project blockers.
  • Experience ensuring technical documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications, and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format and style.
  • Adept at introducing creative ideas for documentation and taking the lead in construction of innovative publications.
  • Outstanding attention to detail when constructing new copy and editing existing print material.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. In-depth experience with MS Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Desired Skills:
  • Experience with Google products (e.g. Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides).
  • Experience working with Adobe products
  • Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and issues
  • Familiarity with the Agile methodology

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