Technical Writer II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Author, edit, organize, and oversee technical and programmatic documentation.

• Generate contract deliverables in alignment with program and CDRL requirements.

• Create and sustain technical reports, manuals, plans, user guides, SOPs, training documentation, and contract deliverables.

• Convert intricate technical information from engineers and developers into comprehensible documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Engage in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.

• Assist in program schedule baselines and ensure compliance with deliverable timelines.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute structured peer reviews for technical accuracy, Section 508 accessibility, clarity, and compliance.

• Conduct proactive draft reviews to pinpoint issues, minimize deficiencies and rework, and expedite approvals.

• Manage and administer SharePoint/Confluence repositories for version control, configuration management, and controlled access.

• Organize meeting minutes and presentation materials.

• Collaborate with developers, systems engineers, analysts, training specialists, and QA/CM teams.

• Align documentation with system enhancements, FLTMPS workflow modifications, FTM training requirements, and user needs.

• Submit deliverables electronically via Microsoft Word, Project, or Excel to the COR and TPOC.

• Revise training manuals, quick reference guides, system walkthroughs, and job aids for in-person and virtual FLTMPS/FTM training.

• Ensure adherence to DON CIO formatting and Section 508 accessibility standards.

• Implement documentation control and traceability throughout the lifecycle.

• Aid in transition-related documentation during onboarding/offboarding, including asset tracking and knowledge transfer.

• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• No supervisory responsibilities.

• No travel required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in Technical Writing, English, Information Systems, Computer Science, Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible technical writing experience, including writing for software development and/or Government IT programs.

• Proven knowledge of Agile/Scrum practices within a Government CI/CD environment.

• Experience in producing status reports, staffing plans, meeting documentation, technical manuals, and risk communications.

• Active DoD Secret security clearance (generally, U.S. citizenship required).

• Must acquire and sustain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with Navy task order execution and CDRL development.

• Proficiency in formatting documents using MS Office, Adobe tools, DoD SAFE, and diagramming software for images/screenshots/schematics.

• Experience in producing documentation for Navy systems, training programs, readiness platforms, or data management workflows.

• Experience in managing collaborative documentation in SharePoint, Confluence, or similar tools.

• Understanding of Agile methodologies and the documentation lifecycle in SCRUM environments.

• Knowledge of Section 508 compliance requirements for document accessibility.

• Full-time availability; may be required to work additional hours as necessary to complete assignments or projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life & AD&D Insurance.

• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance.

• 401(k) Savings Plan.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Vacation & Paid Personal Time.

• 11 Paid Federal Holidays.

• Leave of Absence.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.