Senior Technical Writer

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Technical Writer with a secret security clearance located at Hanscom AFB, in Bedford, Massachusetts. 

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Obtaining, analyzing, and selecting the pertinent information.
• Determining the most logical and effective sequence of the narrative.
• Determining the overall length and tone based on the objectives, the medium, and the audience.
• Writing the material.
• Consulting on or selecting illustrative material.
• Preparing the material for publication.
• Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications.
• Meet with customer representatives, vendors, system engineers, and program managers to establish technical specifications.
• Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples.
• Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
• Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts.
• Ensure document contents follow required formats.
• Write clear and concise policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistency of wording among multiple documents.
• Create table of contents and cite sources.
• Submit copies to managers for feedback.
• Maintain electronic library or all signed documents and final presentations.
• Provide updates and different editions as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Recommended Experience and Skills:

• Technical writing experience within the Department of Defense relative to the C3I&N systems environment.
• Excellent writing skills and strong command of the English language, including grammar.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with other organizations and personnel with disparate backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Experience in MS Office software, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint required; experience in MS Project and MS Access.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

• Related Degree, and current/prior experience working within a DoD setting is strongly preferred
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Must be a US citizen

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

The annual salary range: $115k - $130k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

The contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a).  This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).  This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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