Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Agile Defense supports national security and critical civilian missions through adaptive innovation and advanced technologies. The Technical Writer II creates and maintains clear, accurate technical documentation, translating complex information into accessible manuals, guides, reports, procedures, and training materials while coordinating with subject-matter experts and applying quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for creating clear, concise, and accurate documentation for products, services, or processes, often in high-tech or specialized fields
- Involves translating complex information into user manuals, guides, help files, white papers, and training materials that are easily understandable by the target audience
- Must have excellent writing skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to grasp intricate technical concepts quickly
- Work closely with engineers, product developers, and subject matter experts to ensure the content's technical accuracy and relevance
- Proficient with documentation tools, understanding of XML, DITA, or other markup languages, and familiarity with graphics and publishing software are often required. Update documentation as products evolve, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Develops and maintains clear, accurate technical documents, plans, procedures, reports, and deliverable packages supporting activities. Coordinates inputs from subject-matter experts and applies document-control and quality standards before submission
Skills
- Bachlors degree in related field or 2+ years relevant experience or certifications applicable to functional role description
- Certifications such as: Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), Microsoft Office Specialist, or an equivalent technical-writing certification
- Must have excellent writing skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to grasp intricate technical concepts quickly
- Proficient with documentation tools, understanding of XML, DITA, or other markup languages, and familiarity with graphics and publishing software are often required
- Typically has a Bachelors degree, and 3 - 5 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required
Benefits
- Remote/Work from home
- A positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do
- A supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated
- A culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another
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