Technical Writer (Fed Civ)

Title: Technical Writer (Fed Civ) Job Posting Description BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. KBR is seeking a skilled and experienced Technical Writer with a strong background in developing and writing Federal Civilian (Fed Civ) proposals. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in working with Solution Architects and Subject Matter Experts to develop and deliver compelling proposal narratives. A technically adept individual, able to draft technical narratives from interviews with SMEs, will be ideal for this role. Candidate will be responsible for the development and curation of technical content, leveraging information gathered via multiple methods (interviews, research, content review) and turning it into compelling and compliant proposal content. The role requires the ability to extract solution and win theme information from Capture Teams, SMEs, and Solution Architects, as well as leverage new AI technology to draft content. The candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of technological concepts necessary to draft content for technical approaches, management plans, and past performance in the areas of data analytics, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, engineering, technical operations, human performance/medical, or supply chain and sustainment. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Proposal Operations. The successful candidate should have a keen understanding of the needs of the Fed Civ market, ensuring that all proposal content aligns with KBR’s strategic goals and objectives. Able to collaborate effectively with business development teams to identify key priorities and incorporate them into the proposal narratives, ultimately contributing to the growth and success of KBR's Fed Civ sector. Additional Responsibilities Include: Interview Program Managers, Subject Matter Experts, and Solution Architects to draft technical proposal content that is compelling and compliant to the solicitation requirements. Ability to harvest win themes and key discriminators to develop and articulate compelling proposal content that reflects an understanding of the customer’s needs and the KBR’s solution strategy. Broad depth and understanding of proposal requirements combined with technical acumen to successfully storyboard and write sections such as Technical Approach, Management Approach, Transition Approach, Risk Management Plans, Quality Control Plans, Executive Summaries, etc. Ability to incorporate comments gathered from storyboard reviews, pink teams, red teams, and gold teams to deliver compelling and compliant content under tight deadlines. Ability to articulate the "How" and the "Why" from the "What". Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from various sources. Attend capture, solution, and proposal meetings to ensure complete understanding of opportunity and ability to tailor proposal messaging. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Able to prioritize responsibilities to meet critical deadlines. Ability to work with geographically dispersed, virtual teams. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Education: Bachelor's Degree in a technical field 10+ years professional work experience. Flexible on Degree and years' experience if candidate has technical certifications and/or proven Fed Civ technical/proposal writing experience. Strong writing and communication skills with ability to assess and digest vast amounts of information to develop tailored proposal content under tight deadlines. Technical background and/or proficient understanding in a technical field such as data analytics, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, engineering, technical operations, human performance/medical, or supply chain and sustainment. Experience writing narratives for Fed Civ IT/Cybersecurity/ Engineering/Operations solutions and pursuits. Experience with Fed Civ agencies. PREFERRED/DESIRED SKILLS Experience with Shipley proposal development methodology. Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) or similar certification. Basic Compensation: $94.7K - $142K The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity. KBR Benefits 401K plan with company match Medical Dental Vision Life insurance AD&D Flexible spending account Disability Paid time off Flexible work schedule We support career advancement through professional training and development. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. #J-18808-Ljbffr