Description
Description
SAIC is currently looking for a mid-level to senior Technical Writer support of one of our fast-paced Army software programs. The duty location is in Huntsville, AL and will be Hybrid.
Responsibilities:
- As a Technical Writer supporting this program, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Candidate will be required to manage numerous tasks, priorities, and technical inputs with minimal supervision.
- Candidate should be able to track tasking even if schedule/priorities change quickly.
- Candidate will edit complex software, hardware, management, process, and requirements documentation.
- Candidate will be required to take and publish minutes for technical meetings.
- Candidate will be required to work successfully with SMEs, assist technical team members with writing tasks, and assist individuals in troubleshooting Microsoft Word and PowerPoint issues.
- Candidate will be expected to follow processes, writing/style conventions, and configuration management established for program documentation.
Qualifications
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or equivalent and five (5) years experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).
Clearance Requirements:
- Must possess an active Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US citizenship is required.
- An active Secret security clearance is preferred.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Experience working as a contractor on-site with a government customer.
- A strong work ethic with the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional organization and tracking skills
- Ability to work successfully with diverse and professional teams from functional/technical areas (programmers, testers, managers, SMEs, engineers, configuration management, etc.).
- Ability to plan/schedule work activities and accommodate constantly changing priorities in a busy team environment.
- Ability to complete writing tasks with short deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to learn new software/hardware quickly.
- Ability to assist other team members in organizing and managing tasks in Agile environment.
- Excellent written/verbal communications skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrable proficiency using MS Word (emphasis on styles, formatting, and referencing tools).
- Demonstrable advanced proficiency in grammar and punctuation.
- Demonstrable experience using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Willingness to occasionally perform work outside normal duties/responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Agile methodology.
- Basic knowledge of Visio or other graphics programs.
- Basic knowledge of ADO.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
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