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Technical Writer
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A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$77,072 / year median in Virginia
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Title:
Technical Writer/Editor.Location:
Stafford, VA Clearance:
Active Secret The Technical Writer/Editor works with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product and the documentation requirements. Analyzes existing and potential content, focusing on reuse and single-sourcing opportunities. Creates and maintain the information architecture. Produces high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience. Writes easy-to-understand user interface text, online help and developer guides. Creates tutorials to help end-users use a variety of applications. The Technical Writer/Editor shall have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years' experience in technical writing including writing and editing material for reports, manuals, briefs, specifications, instruction books, users' manuals, operating manuals. The Technical Writer/Editor shall demonstrate the ability to develop, organize, and edit technical documentation and procedure manuals; demonstrate the ability to organize basic source material, including applicable specifications and accompanying diagrams and drawings; demonstrate experience in organizing material and completing writing assignments according to specified standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology; and demonstrate experience in modifying and augmenting existing documentation and in recommending revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction or binding. Must be intimate with Naval Correspondence Manual and USMC addendum;MS Office Job Types:
Contract, Full-time Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Dental Insurance