Technical Writer
A leading engineering consultancy partners with cutting-edge technology companies, specializing in complex system design and integration for national security and advanced research initiatives. The Role
- Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents for software, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and hardware
- Develop system-level documentation and assembly/test procedures in collaboration with engineers and program managers
- Create instruction manuals, how-to guides, and supporting documents to simplify complex technical information
- Employ photos, diagrams, and tables to enhance technical content and clarity
- Participate in project team meetings and reviews, ensuring document configuration control
- Assist with maintaining web pages, wikis, and preparing presentations with graphical content
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree with proven writing, copy editing, and organizational skills
- Minimum five years of experience in technical writing, particularly in engineering environments
- Experience writing manuals, test plans, and procedures for technical audiences
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently, manage a diverse workload, and collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams
- Interim Secret clearance is sufficient to start, with a preference for candidates holding an active Secret Clearance (eventual TS requirement)
What's On Offer
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic engineering environment with evolving design modifications
- Direct involvement in producing critical assembly and test procedures for internal and external partners
- Exposure to digital tools like Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Onsite work with some flexibility for occasional remote work
Apply via Haystack today!