Technical Writer TSSCI Polygraph

Technical Writer

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer in our Intel Sectors Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering Computer Network Operations (CNO) Mission Software Analytical Methods and Modeling Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos we offer competitive benefits including Paid Time Off 11 paid Holidays 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting Flexible Schedules Discounted Stock Purchase Plans Technical Upskilling Education and Training Support Parental Paid Leave and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

JOB SUMMARY

You will be responsible for authoring editing and proofreading a wide range of technical documentation including operations and maintenance manuals user guides training materials and other program-related documents. You will work closely with engineering and other technical team members to define document content translate complex technical information into clear and usable written material and ensure all documentation complies with program standards and applicable Data Item Description (DID) requirements. Responsibilities will also include gathering requirements from users and stakeholders developing both user-facing and internal program documentation and serving as the primary author for assigned addition the selected candidate will collaborate with technical staff to ensure accuracy consistency and completeness across all materials while managing multiple documentation assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection organization and analysis of technical information and support the preparation editing and revision of a wide range of documentation for complex computer systems and network environments including user manuals training materials installation guides and other program deliverables.

• Collaborate closely with software developers systems engineers test engineers and other technical personnel to gather source data screenshots and supporting media required for the development of accurate and effective technical documentation.

• Edit and refine functional descriptions system specifications user manuals special reports and other customer deliverables to ensure technical accuracy clarity consistency and usability.

• Perform quality assurance reviews to verify that all deliverables conform to program standards satisfy applicable Data Item Description requirements and fully address customer comments and feedback.

• Work closely with program data management staff to maintain document configuration management version control and traceability for all assigned deliverables.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in a technical writing or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.

• At least 5 years of technical writing experience preparing software and engineering-related documents reports user manuals installation guides training materials Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables and other contractual deliverables for technical and management audiences.

• Experience writing formatting editing and maintaining large complex or multi-volume technical documents manuals and publications.

• Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite including Word PowerPoint and Excel to develop and edit technical documentation and presentation materials.

• Experience working with systems engineers software engineers test engineers and program management personnel to collect organize and translate technical information into written documentation.

• Experience editing and reviewing documents for accuracy completeness organization clarity consistency grammar formatting and compliance with customer contract and program requirements.

• Experience applying document standards style guidance and version control practices to maintain consistency across deliverables and incorporate customer comments stakeholder feedback and document revisions into final products.

• Experience preparing documentation for audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge including end users technical staff customer representatives and management personnel.

• Ability to organize prioritize and complete multiple assignments within established deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with technical and non-technical personnel.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with advanced features of Word and generating pdf documents.

• Recent experience on a system/software development program compiling editing and publishing CDRL documentation.

• Understanding of CMMI ML3 best practices DID formats and agile methodologies.

At Leidos the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you apply today.

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