Technical Writer
VTG Defense · Fort Meade, MD, US
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VTG is seeking an experienced Technical Writer III to support the development, maintenance, and management of technical documentation for complex engineering and software development programs. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who can translate technical concepts into clear, concise documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences while collaborating with engineers, developers, project teams, and stakeholders.
This position requires strong writing, editing, organizational, and document management skills, along with the ability to independently manage multiple documentation efforts throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting software systems, engineering projects, and operational processes.
- Create and maintain user guides, system documentation, technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), installation guides, training materials, and other program documentation.
- Research technical subject matter and transform complex information into accurate, easy-to-understand documentation for a variety of audiences.
- Collaborate with engineers, software developers, project managers, and subject matter experts to gather technical information and ensure documentation accuracy.
- Produce documentation throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, briefings, status updates, and project documentation for internal and customer stakeholders.
- Coordinate document formatting, layout, graphics, and overall presentation to ensure consistency and professionalism.
- Maintain document repositories, version control, and documentation libraries.
- Review and edit documentation for clarity, grammar, consistency, formatting, and compliance with organizational standards.
- Interpret technical specifications, system designs, process documentation, and engineering documentation to develop comprehensive technical publications.
- Ensure documentation aligns with established organizational documentation standards and best practices.
- Lead documentation efforts for large or complex projects while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Review work products produced by other technical writers and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality and consistency.
- Recommend improvements to documentation processes, templates, and standards to enhance efficiency and usability.
- Active TS/SCI W/ Polygraph required.
- Minimum 8 years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting complex technical, engineering, software development, or IT programs.
- Demonstrated experience developing technical documentation, user manuals, training materials, and operational documentation.
- Strong technical writing, editing, proofreading, and document management skills.
- Ability to understand complex technical concepts and communicate them clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineers, developers, project managers, and subject matter experts.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Experience managing multiple documentation projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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