Technical Writer Level 3

Koniag Government Services company is seeking a Technical Writer Level 3 to support our government customer in Washington DC. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt. Security Clearance. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health dental and vision insurance 401K with company matching flexible spending accounts paid holidays three weeks paid time off and Government Services is seeking a Technical Writer Level 3 to join our team supporting government contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong technical writing skills attention to detail and the ability to translate complex technical information into clear concise documentation. This position requires someone who can effectively organize information interface with technical personnel and produce high-quality technical materials according to standardized formats and requirements. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance to support KGS and our government customers is Functions Responsibilities & Duties may include but are not limited to:The Technical Writer Level 3 will be responsible for developing writing and editing technical documentation including reports manuals briefs proposals instruction books catalogs and related technical and administrative publications. Principal responsibilities include:Receive assignments from supervisors to produce clear concise documentation related to work methods procedures and equipment installation operation and maintenanceObserve production developmental and experimental activities to determine operating procedures and technical detailsInterview production and engineering personnel to gather comprehensive information about product technologies and production methodsResearch and review journals reports manufacturers catalogs trade catalogs drawings and other technical data to understand equipment operation maintenance and service requirementsStudy blueprints sketches drawings parts lists specifications mockups and product samples to integrate and accurately delineate technology operating procedures and production sequencesOrganize material according to established standards for order clarity conciseness style and terminologyReview published materials and recommended revisions or changes in scope format content and methods of reproduction and bindingMaintain records and files of work and revisionsSelect appropriate visual elements such as photographs drawings sketches diagrams and charts to illustrate materialsAssist in layout of materials for publicationDevelop documentation regarding work methods and procedures following standardized formatsCoordinate typing duplication and distribution of documentationDraft speeches articles and public or employee relations releases as neededEdit standardize or make changes to material prepared by other writers or technical personnelRequirements:Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projectsAbility to translate complex technical information into clear user-friendly documentationProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel)Experience with documentation tools and content management systemsStrong interviewing skills to extract technical information from subject matter expertsDetail-oriented with excellent editing and proofreading capabilitiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExperience creating documentation that adheres to specific style guides and standardsKnowledge of document formatting layout and design principlesAbility to understand technical concepts and communicate them effectively to various audiencesAbility to obtain clearanceDesired Skills and Competencies:Experience working in a federal government environmentFamiliarity with government documentation requirements and standardsExperience with Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign Photoshop Illustrator)Knowledge of XML HTML or other markup languagesExperience with technical illustration toolsExperience writing procedures and documentation for IT systems software or machineryKnowledge of section 508 compliance requirements for documentationExperience with collaborative authoring toolsBackground in a technical field (IT engineering etc.)Project management experienceFamiliarity with agile development environmentsEducation:Bachelors degree from an accredited university/college in English Journalism Communications Technical Writing or related fieldWork Experience Knowledge Skills & Abilities:Minimum 5 years of experience in technical writing or a related areaExperience with SCA (Service Contract Act) contracts preferredOur Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race color religion creed ethnicity sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification) national origin or ancestry age disability citizenship military/veteran status marital status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment promotion wages benefits and all other privileges terms and conditions of company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. 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