Technical Writer

Technical Writer - Ground-Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) Location: Colorado Springs, CO Program Overview In this role, you will support the modernization of legacy radar systems across eight Ground-Based Radar sites. These systems provide continuous surveillance, detection, tracking, and reporting of missile and satellite activity in support of Missile Warning (MW), Missile Defense (MD), and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) missions. The GBR Digitization Program is implementing a common digital backend architecture and modernizing radar front-end systems to maximize standardization, improve maintainability, and enhance mission readiness across the enterprise. What You’ll Do Technical Documentation Development - Research, develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting engineering, software development, hardware integration, testing, deployment, operations, and sustainment. Authoring Complex Artifacts - Create and update technical manuals, operating procedures, engineering documentation, system specifications, interface control documents, installation guides, test plans, training materials, maintenance procedures, and sustainment documentation. Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Work closely with engineers, software developers, cybersecurity specialists, logisticians, program managers, and government stakeholders to gather technical information and ensure accuracy. Technical Translation - Translate highly technical concepts into clear, concise, user‑friendly documentation for operators, maintainers, engineers, and program stakeholders. Documentation Standards & Quality - Establish and maintain documentation standards, templates, style guides, and review processes to ensure consistency and compliance with government and industry standards. Configuration & Version Control - Support configuration management processes, maintain document repositories, manage version control, and coordinate document reviews and approvals. Lifecycle Documentation Support - Ensure documentation remains current throughout system development, modernization, deployment, and operational transition activities. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Journalism, Communications, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience (additional experience, training, or certifications may substitute for degree). US Citizen; currently possesses an Active Secret Clearance. Experience supporting engineering, software development, aerospace, defense, or government programs. Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining technical documentation for complex systems, software applications, engineering programs, or operational environments. Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and document development skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to diverse audiences. Experience developing technical manuals, procedures, specifications, training materials, and customer‑facing documentation. Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, version control, quality assurance, and documentation best practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience. Professional certifications in technical communication, project management, or documentation management. Experience supporting DoD, MDA, U.S. Space Force, Air Force, or Intelligence Community programs. Experience supporting radar systems, missile warning systems, missile defense programs, command and control systems, space surveillance systems, or large‑scale modernization efforts. Experience developing documentation in systems engineering, software development, cybersecurity, logistics, testing, and sustainment environments. Familiarity with Digital Engineering, MBSE, Agile methodologies, configuration management processes, and tools such as Jira, Confluence, DOORS, Cameo, SharePoint, and Adobe Technical Communication Suite. Proven ability to translate highly technical engineering and operational concepts into clear, concise, actionable documentation. Experience supporting technical baselines, engineering reviews, deployment activities, and operational transition efforts. Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00 Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos