Senior Technical Writer

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Technical Writer to provide support to the Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management Division (C3BM).

Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network providing resilient decision advantage and enabling the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM’s main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime and multiple acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space.

This role is five days a week onsite at Hanscom AFB. 

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:

This position provides the opportunity to support some of the Air Force's most critical Command and Control modernization efforts. Working closely with systems engineers and program leadership, you will transform complex technical content into professional, high-quality products that support decision-making, system development, and mission execution across the DAF Battle Network.

• Obtain, analyze, and organize technical information from multiple sources to develop clear and accurate documentation.
• Determine the most logical and effective structure, sequence, length, and tone of technical documentation based on the audience and intended use.
• Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including requirements documents, design reference missions, technical point papers, user guides, instruction manuals, policies, procedures, and related materials.
• Collaborate with engineers, program managers, customer representatives, and other stakeholders to establish technical specifications and document requirements.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, mockups, product samples, and engineering artifacts to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare charts, graphs, forms, and other supporting materials for technical publications and presentations.
• Ensure documentation complies with required formats, standards, and configuration management processes.
• Maintain consistency of language, terminology, and formatting across multiple documents and products.
• Create tables of contents, citations, references, and supporting documentation as required.
• Support review cycles by incorporating feedback from managers, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Maintain electronic libraries of approved documents, presentations, and associated records.
• Update and revise documentation as requirements, systems, and program needs evolve.
• Support development of technical direction for product announcements, marketing materials, specifications, and related communications.
• Prepare materials for publication and distribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

• Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret level clearance and have current SCI eligibility
• BA/BS Degree
• 10+ years of experience, with at least five years supporting DoD programs
• Must be a US citizen

Technical Skills

• Technical writing experience supporting DoD information systems and/or business systems environments
• Experience developing and editing technical documentation, requirements documents, technical papers, and engineering artifacts
• Ability to work with technical content related to software systems, products, tools, and services
• Knowledge of learning, configuring, deploying, integrating, monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting software systems
• Experience with authoring, development, and design tools such as GitLab, Markdown, JavaScript, Figma, Lucid, and website maintenance platforms
• Knowledge management, information architecture, content design, and content strategy experience
• Configuration management and document control experience
• Ability to create professional-quality technical products from complex engineering content

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong command of the English language, including grammar and usage
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively with engineers and understand complex technical content
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel from diverse technical and professional backgrounds

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: $105k - $120k. 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.