Technical Writer

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Hiring Remotely in United States of America
Remote
38K-69K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Technical Writer will be responsible for writing, editing, and proofreading technical documents including manuals and specifications. Key responsibilities include designing technical materials, researching relevant information, and ensuring compliance with government specifications and standards.
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Unleash your potential at Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. We're eager to connect with you regarding transitioning to Leidos!

The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our dynamic DES (Defense Enclave Services) team supporting DISA at Fort Meade, MD on a hybrid basis. DES program link: www.leidos.com/des 

PROGRAM SUMMARY:
The Defense Enclave Services contract will unify the DoD Fourth Estate Defense Agencies and Field Activities’ (DAFAs) common use information technology systems, personnel, functions, and program elements under the direction of DISA’s Fourth Estate Network Optimization program office. It will unify the DAFAs on a common, modernized network architecture, DoDNet, to provide mission services focused on enhanced user experience, improved security, and network reliability.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: 

•Must have an ACTIVE SECRET or above clearance required. (US Citizenship required)

Job Summary

Responsible for writing, editing, proofreading and/or providing writing support on technical documents such as manuals, procedures and technical specifications for technical design teams, clients and/or end-users.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Designing and developing technical manuals, brochures, training materials, or other documentation for internal use, customer reference, or other purposes.

  • Research technical reference materials, gathering relevant technical information, coordinating with stakeholders or other experts, developing draft and final copies of documentation while ensuring documents meet editorial and government specifications and adhering to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format and style.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience.

  • Must possess an active DoD Secret or above clearance. (US Citizenship required)

  • Has expert knowledge of industry practices, advanced techniques and solutions within a professional discipline to develop new standards, processes, and solutions.

  • Experience supporting program activities using the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

DISADES

External Referral Eligible

Original Posting Date:2024-11-22

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $38,350.00 - $69,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Top Skills

Excel
PowerPoint
The Company
Alexandria, VA
27,104 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

We Are Leidos

For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.

OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

Your most important work is ahead.

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