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1468 - Technical Writer

Summary

Create clear, concise documentation for complex defense systems and procedures, collaborating with engineers and subject-matter experts to produce manuals and specifications.

Sigma Defense is seeking a Technical Writer who can can convey information pertaining to our developed systems and procedures in a simple and concise manner for our customers. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a strong interest in technology and a willingness to interact with subject matter experts across a variety of disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

  • Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex subject matter.
  • Experience in writing documentation and procedure manuals for various audiences.
  • Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Education Requirements:

  • Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a writing or science related field of study.
  • Can substitute four or more years of experience as an effective technical writer for college degree.

Personnel Clearance Level:

  • Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

  • The candidate will develop comprehensive documentation pertaining to the systems that we deliver to our customers. Communicating this information in a simple and concise manner will be crucial as we continue to provide quality products to our customers.
  • Research, outline, write, and edit content while working closely with various departments to understand project requirements.
  • Gather information from subject-matter experts to develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
  • Work with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, revise, and edit, and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage.
  • Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that adhere to organizational and legal standards allowing for easy data migration.
  • Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with consistent voice across all documentation.

Salary Range: $55,000- $70,000 annually.

Benefits

  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 12 (Floating) Holidays
  • Educational Assistance
  • Highly Competitive Salary

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Phone, Address, Were you referred by anyone to this position?, If Yes, who were you referred by and what is your relationship to them?, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Have you been previously employed by Sigma Defense, Solute, EWA, JUNO or Sub U?, What are your salary requirements?, Will you need to relocate for this position?, Cover letter

  • Are you a citizen of the United States who will not require a sponsorship to maintain eligibility to work in the United States? (Non-Citizens will not be eligible to move forward in the hiring process. Failure to provide accurate information regarding your citizenship will result in an immediate disqualification.) yes / no
  • Do you possess or have the ability to obtain an active Top Secret security clearance or higher? (Please note: Falsifying this information is a federal offense. Failure to provide accurate information regarding your clearance status will result in an immediate disqualification.) yes / no
  • If you possess an active Top Secret security clearance or higher, please list the approximate or exact activation and expiration date of the clearance. (This information is validated for successful candidates during the hiring process.)
  • Do you have experience writing documentation and procedure manuals for various audiences? yes / no

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