Responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. Writes and edits technical documentation for all of the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation. Creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provides field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formats technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources.

The Level 2 Technical Writer (TW) shall possess the following capabilities:

Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publicationsUnderstand basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts), responsible for writing technical copy for various types of documentsGather technical information, prepares written textMaintain a current internal documentation libraryUse multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides and manuals and technical publicationsWork with developers to produce quality documentation and training materialsWork on all phases of documentationUnderstand basic concepts and write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexityPrepare reports, responses, and briefings targeted to a wide range of audiencesCoordinate layout and design of documentsResearch highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiples sources, and express technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readersUnder general direction, write technical copy for various types of documents for a program/project of similar complexityApply concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sourcesProduce defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation utilized by the end-user community of DoD electronic equipment and systemsInterpret engineering and maintenance drawings, operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of computer related informationProduce technical documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologiesApply technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to work products

Qualifications:

Six (6) years experience as a TW in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.Four (4) years of additional TW experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays