Technical Writer, Senior

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Technical Writer to join our team! In this role you will get to work closely with our partners to advise management on and oversees the development and publication of security policies, standard operating procedures, documents, papers, and other information. Uses grammar references and agency communications policy.

Note: Preference will be given to candidates in the NCR that can commute to Hanover, MD and be on-site 2 days a week.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Documentation Creation: Develop, write, and edit technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, system specifications, briefings, and training materials.

• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, developers, and project managers to gather information and ensure the accuracy of documentation.

• Content Management: Maintain and update existing documentation to reflect changes in products, processes, and standards.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications, and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, content, format, and style

• User-Centric Writing: Ensure all documentation is user-friendly and meets the needs of the intended audience.

• Research: Conduct research to understand complex technical concepts and translate them into clear, concise documentation.

• Tools and Technology: Utilize various documentation tools and software to create and manage technical content.

• Standards Compliance: Ensure all documentation complies with relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Perform other writing duties as assigned regularly interfaces with senior management and executive leadership.
  Plays a role in overall functional strategic planning.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active DoD Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with 3-5 years overall experience

• Minimum of 4 years of demonstrated experience in technical writing, reviewing and/or editing of technical documentation in business, government, or industry.

• Ability to assist the author with data review and accurately communicate analytical conclusions.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

• Demonstrated formal editing experience.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to various audiences.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience working with DoD customers.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$83,300.00 - $168,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Apply