Overview:

Bowhead seeks to network with a Senior Technical Writer to join our team in supporting our Marine Corps customers in Stafford, Va.

The Senior Technical Writer is responsible for creating high-quality technical documentation, user manuals, guides, and other written materials to support the use and understanding of complex technical products and services. The Senior Technical Writer works closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts, to gather information and translate technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop DOD Acquisition Documentation such as Acquisition Plans and Acquisition Strategies

• Develop a configuration management plan

• Develop a risk management plan

Other responsibilities include:

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, reference guides, release notes, and online help, for complex technical products and services

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts, to gather information and understand complex technical concepts, and translate them into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation

• Conduct thorough research to gather and verify technical information, ensuring accuracy and reliability of the documentation

• Edit, proofread, and revise documentation to ensure consistency, clarity, accuracy, and adherence to documentation standards and style guides

• Create and maintain documentation templates, standards, and style guides to ensure consistency and quality across all documentation

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical writers, reviewing their work and providing feedback to ensure quality and adherence to documentation standards

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback on documentation and incorporate changes as needed to improve usability and effectiveness

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to continuously improve documentation processes and standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, or a related field

• 8 years of experience as a technical writer, with at least 5 years of experience in creating technical documentation for complex products or services

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely

• Knowledge of documentation tools, such as Adobe Technical Communication Suite, MadCap Flare, or similar tools

• Familiarity with software development methodologies and technical concepts, such as APIs, SDKs, and programming languages

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Attention to detail, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Experience with content management systems, version control systems, and documentation workflows is a plus

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: At this time, there are no clearance requirements. Candidates with a security clearance are highly encouraged to apply.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

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