Technical Writer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and manage diverse documentation types, including technical reference manuals, operational guidelines, system diagrams, and procedural workflows, ensuring accuracy, clarity, completeness, and consistency across all deliverables.
• Maintain and update governance documentation, such as the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP), Configuration Management Plan (CMP), and Statements of Work (SOW), ensuring alignment with organizational standards and program requirements.
• Partner with engineers, project leads, and other subject matter experts to gather and consolidate data, enabling the development of tailored, effective materials to align with diverse stakeholder needs.
• Ensure all technical references and governance documentation adhere to applicable organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and established standards. Provide quality assurance by auditing documentation for completeness, accuracy, and relevancy to existing systems.
• Create and manage detailed Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and other project documentation to support planning, compliance, and streamlined workflows.
• Update and organize documentation repositories, implement version control practices, and ensure meticulous tracking of revisions and reference sources to maintain traceability and accessibility of information.
• Proactively identify and address gaps, inconsistencies, or areas of improvement in documentation and governance processes to enhance overall quality and usability.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance; must have the ability to obtain and maintain additional access as needed.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, OR equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 9 years of professional experience in technical writing or configuration management roles.
• Demonstrated experience in developing technical documentation such as technical reference manuals, SEMP, CMP, or similar governance documents.
• Extensive knowledge of writing standards and regulatory compliance practices.
• Strong familiarity with developing project schedules and management tools such as POA&Ms to ensure timely and efficient delivery.

Skills

• Superior written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex technical concepts in accessible, user-friendly formats.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities; adept at handling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and driving solutions with exceptional attention to detail.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills—capable of working effectively both on independent tasks and within cross-functional teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator or other design tools for creating high-quality diagrams and visual aids in technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of CM practices, including version control, baseline management, and compliance documentation workflows.
• Certifications such as ITIL Foundation or Configuration Management credentials are a strong plus.