1468 - Technical Writer

Sigma Defense is seeking a Technical Writer who can convey information pertaining to our developed systems and procedures in a simple and concise manner for our customers. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a strong interest in technology and a willingness to interact with subject matter experts across a variety of disciplines.

Requirements

• Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex subject matter
• Experience in writing documentation and procedure manuals for various audiences
• Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Education Requirements: Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a writing or science related field of study. Can substitute four or more years of experience as an effective technical writer for college degree.

Personnel Clearance Level: Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher. Clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive documentation pertaining to the systems that we deliver to our customers, communicating this information in a simple and concise manner
• Research, outline, write, and edit content while working closely with various departments to understand project requirements
• Gather information from subject-matter experts to develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation
• Work with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, revise, and edit, and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage
• Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that adhere to organizational and legal standards allowing for easy data migration
• Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with consistent voice across all documentation

Pay

Salary Range: $55,000–$70,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary