Technical Writer

Job Description

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Technical Writer to join our multi-million dollar US Air Force Agency for Modeling and Simulation (AFMS) program. This person will be responsible for documentation, maintaining configuration updates, capturing meeting minutes and software baselines and other program documents for the AFMS contract. AFMS is the premier agency responsible for implementation, integration, and development of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and training and analysis standards that support the US Air Force (USAF), Department of Defense (DoD), and mission partners requiring these capabilities to support the Warfighter in full-spectrum operations

The Technical Writer gathers, analyzes, and composes technical information. Conducts research and ensures the use of proper technical terminology. Translates technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel. Supports the development of all types of documents and reports by developing and updating graphics presentations to improve the quality and enhance the usability of these documents

Responsibilities include:

• Composing technical documents including, Standard Operating procedures (SOPs), user's manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, and reports.
• Editing functional descriptions, system specifications, user’s manuals, special reports, or any other customer deliverables and documents.
• Conducting research and ensuring the use of proper technical terminology.
• Organizing material and completing writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Establishing the overall organizational layout and editorial standards of the submissions.
• Working with the PMO to develop a consistent, uniform style and language.
• Managing the schedule, assignments, and meetings associated with all narratives and submissions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 6 years of experience writing, reviewing, and editing technical documentation (additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree)
• Organizing and coordinating the activities for a small team of writers
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be comfortable researching cloud technologies
• Must be US Citizen and possess a Secret Clearance

Desired:

• Understanding of basic cloud technologies and terminology

Target salary range: $75,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.