Technical Writer

Technical WriterLeidos is a FORTUNE 500® company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and health industries. We deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success.The Leidos Intel Sector combines technology-enabled services and mission capabilities to support Intelligence Community customers as they address evolving national security challenges.About the OpportunityLeidos is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation supporting complex hardware and software systems.You will work with developers, engineers, technical personnel, and subject matter experts to translate highly technical information into accurate, accessible documentation for a range of audiences. Your work may include software and systems-engineering documentation, system operations and test documentation, installation and configuration instructions, implementation guides, user and training manuals, code documentation, technical publications, and data-related documentation.Why This Role MattersComplex technical capabilities are only useful when the people who operate, maintain, support, and develop them can understand how they work.As a Technical Writer, you will help turn engineering information, technical drawings, operational procedures, software information, and subject-matter expertise into documentation that supports both technical teams and end users.What You'll DoTechnical Documentation DevelopmentPrepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation throughout the documentation lifecycle.Prepare and maintain operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.Write and edit installation, configuration, and how-to documentation for project hardware and software.Create software code documentation, implementation guides, and end-user guides.Develop field, data-definition, and data-flow documentation.Write technical copy for a variety of document types under general direction.Gather technical information from multiple sources and translate it into clear written content.Maintain a current internal documentation library.Technical Research & CollaborationResearch highly technical subject matter and organize information from multiple sources into documentation understandable to a broad range of readers.Work with developers to produce quality technical documentation and training materials.Develop documentation using engineering drawings, engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available technical sources.Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings and operational procedures and synthesize large quantities of computer-related information.Publications, Reports & BriefingsPrepare reports, responses, and briefings for a range of audiences.Coordinate document layout and design.Format technical publications using technical drawings, source materials, and information obtained from technical personnel.Use word-processing and presentation tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.Mission & DoD DocumentationProduce defense acquisition documentation, user manuals, training manuals, and other documentation supporting the end-user community for DoD electronic equipment and systems.Produce technical documentation for cryptologic programs or projects developing analytic tradecraft methodologies.Apply technical manual standard NSA DS-89 to applicable work products.Required QualificationsClearanceTS/SCI with Polygraph required at Application, to be considered for this position.Education & ExperienceSix (6) years of Technical Writing experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.Four (4) additional years of Technical Writing experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.