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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Tech Writing
Fort Meade, MD (On-Site/Office)
What You Will Do:
At Independent Software, we understand that high-quality documentation is essential to the success and usability of complex systems. As a Technical Writer Level 2 you will support system engineers, software developers, and program teams by creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation across all stages of the software and system lifecycle.
You will play a key role in developing user guides, installation manuals, system operation procedures, and other key documents that support the implementation, configuration, and use of mission-critical technologies. Your ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and accessible manner will directly contribute to successful deployment and user adoption.
Independent Software offers a collaborative and fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to grow your technical writing expertise while supporting meaningful national security work.
Key Responsibilities:
**This position is contingent on contract award**
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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At Independent Software, we understand that high-quality documentation is essential to the success and usability of complex systems. As a Technical Writer Level 2 you will support system engineers, software developers, and program teams by creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation across all stages of the software and system lifecycle.
You will play a key role in developing user guides, installation manuals, system operation procedures, and other key documents that support the implementation, configuration, and use of mission-critical technologies. Your ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and accessible manner will directly contribute to successful deployment and user adoption.
Independent Software offers a collaborative and fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to grow your technical writing expertise while supporting meaningful national security work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain user guides, manuals, operations documentation, and technical publications
- Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software, including installation, configuration, and operational use
- Assist in documentation for software code, implementation guides, and end-user materials
- Organize and maintain an internal technical documentation library
- Coordinate document layout and design, ensuring consistent formatting and professional presentation
- Work closely with engineers, developers, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather and clarify technical content
- Use tools like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other word processing and visual tools to create documentation
- Research highly technical subject matter and express it clearly for technical and non-technical audiences
- Support the development of reports, briefings, training manuals, and acquisition documentation
- Interpret technical drawings and operational procedures to synthesize accurate technical materials
- Ensure documentation meets DoD standards and supports the needs of a wide range of users
- Ability to research and translate technical concepts into clear, comprehensive written materials
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other documentation tools
- Strong attention to detail and grammar
- Understanding of system/software development lifecycle processes
- Ability to coordinate document creation across engineering and development teams
- Experience writing for a variety of audiences, including technical users, end-users, and stakeholders
- Five (5) years of experience as a technical writer on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or writing-focused discipline (e.g., English, Communications, Computer Science, Engineering)
- Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
**This position is contingent on contract award**
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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