
Mid-Level Technical Writer
Leidos
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Annapolis Junction • Alabama • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $82,550 - $149,225 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Prepare, author, edit, and proof technical documents and program deliverables (e.g., system manuals, user guides, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports) in accordance with the SOW and CDRLs.
- Ensure all documents conform to program standards, Data Item Description (DID) requirements, and applicable templates.
- Create and maintain document templates using styles and formats in MS Word.
- Work closely with engineers, developers, testers, Release Train Engineers, users, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define content, and capture data and media for documentation.
- Perform quality assurance reviews on all contractual documentation and deliverables, ensuring comments and customer feedback are fully addressed.
- Format, review, and submit contract deliverables and reports, ensuring proper configuration management (CM) and version control in coordination with Data Management staff.
- Oversee the collection, organization, editing, and revision of documentation supporting complex computer systems and networks.
- Apply and help guide implementation of CMMI Maturity Level 3 best practices for documentation and quality.
- Manage multiple documentation efforts simultaneously with strong attention to detail, quality, and on-time task completion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Writing, or related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
- At least 5 years of experience as a full time dedicated Technical Writer on a large, complex technical program, creating, editing, and producing extensive documents, reports, CDRLs, and briefings for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
- Expert-level proficiency with advanced MS Word formatting and editing features.
- Direct experience working with system engineers, software engineers, and program management to translate technical information into clear, concise documentation including user manuals and reports.
- Excellent grammar skills (including punctuation, spelling, and usage).
- Exceptional communicator, both verbally and in writing.
- Experience planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Capable of performing high-quality work both individually and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated problem solver who proactively takes initiative when issues arise.
- Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Benefits
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
technical writingdocument editingquality assuranceCMMI Maturity Level 3configuration managementversion controldata managementuser manual creationreport productiongrammar skills
Soft Skills
attention to detailcommunicationproblem solvingtime managementteam collaborationinitiativeplanningprioritizationadaptabilitycustomer feedback incorporation
Certifications
Bachelor’s DegreeTS/SCI clearance with Polygraph