Technical Writer - Amentum
Fort Meade, MD
About the Job
The Intel and Cyber Division is assembling a team of network engineers, systems engineers, Unified Communications Engineers, and Integration Engineers, change management specialists, information assurance professionals, and procurement personnel knowledgeable in SCRM processes to support a program that provides critical network capabilities. We are committed to recruiting and retaining this team for prototype development, test, and demonstration, as well as making this team available longer term for integration, deployment and sustainment as needed.
Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.
Responsibilities:
+ Develop and maintain technical documentation for system tradecraft methodologies to include operations documentation, user guides, technical publications, briefings, reports, and training materials.
+ Interpret engineering, maintenance drawings, and operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of system-related information.
+ Work on all phases of technical documentation to ensure products are accurate, complete, consistent, meet editorial and government specifications, contain appropriate security classification markings, and adhere to standards for quality, graphics, format, and style.
+ Coordinate with technical personnel and subject matter experts to document key elements of operational functionality, including overviews, processes/workflows, requirements, etc. to ensure delivery of quality documentation and training materials.
+ Review and edit documents for grammar, format, and clarity prior to program management approval.
+ Review and edit procedures related to standard IT workflows.
+ Aid in the development of accreditation documentation, if required.
+ Maintain and suggest improvements to the current internal documentation library.
+ Maintain the program’s document tracking spreadsheet on status of contract deliverables.
Responsibilities:
+ Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
+ Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
+ Ability to travel up to 25%.
Clearance Required:
+ Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI
Minimum Years of Experience:
+ 5+ years of related experience
Preferred:
+ Experience applying security classifications to written products
+ Experience with policy, IT, and engineering technical writing
+ Experience using screen capture/screen recording tools such as Snagit or Snip & Sketch
+ Experience with Visio
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Pay Transparency Verbiage
Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.
The base salary range for this position is $95K to $115K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.
Responsibilities:
+ Develop and maintain technical documentation for system tradecraft methodologies to include operations documentation, user guides, technical publications, briefings, reports, and training materials.
+ Interpret engineering, maintenance drawings, and operational procedures to understand and blend large quantities of system-related information.
+ Work on all phases of technical documentation to ensure products are accurate, complete, consistent, meet editorial and government specifications, contain appropriate security classification markings, and adhere to standards for quality, graphics, format, and style.
+ Coordinate with technical personnel and subject matter experts to document key elements of operational functionality, including overviews, processes/workflows, requirements, etc. to ensure delivery of quality documentation and training materials.
+ Review and edit documents for grammar, format, and clarity prior to program management approval.
+ Review and edit procedures related to standard IT workflows.
+ Aid in the development of accreditation documentation, if required.
+ Maintain and suggest improvements to the current internal documentation library.
+ Maintain the program’s document tracking spreadsheet on status of contract deliverables.
Responsibilities:
+ Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
+ Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
+ Ability to travel up to 25%.
Clearance Required:
+ Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI
Minimum Years of Experience:
+ 5+ years of related experience
Preferred:
+ Experience applying security classifications to written products
+ Experience with policy, IT, and engineering technical writing
+ Experience using screen capture/screen recording tools such as Snagit or Snip & Sketch
+ Experience with Visio
#javelin
Pay Transparency Verbiage
Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.
The base salary range for this position is $95K to $115K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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