Technical Writer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is currently looking for a Technical Writer support of one of our fast-paced Army software programs. The duty location is in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities:

• Candidate will be required to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and technical inputs with moderate supervision.
• Candidate should be able to track task statuses even if schedule/priorities change quickly.
• Candidate will edit complex software/hardware/management/process documentation.
• Candidate will be required to take and publish minutes for technical meetings.
• Candidate will be required to work successfully with SMEs, assist technical team members with writing tasks, and assist individuals in troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues.
• Candidate will be expected to follow processes, writing/style conventions, and configuration management established for MLRS documentation.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or equivalent and three (3) years experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements:

• Must possess an active Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US citizenship is required.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• A strong work ethic with the ability to manage multiple assignments with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work successfully with diverse and professional teams from functional/technical areas (programmers, testers, managers, SMEs, engineers, configuration management, etc.).
• Ability to plan/schedule work activities and accommodate constantly changing priorities in a busy team environment.
• Ability to learn new software/hardware.
• Excellent written/verbal communications skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrable proficiency using MS Word (emphasis on styles and referencing tools).
• Demonstrable proficiency in grammar and punctuation.
• Some experience using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and