General Dynamics Information Technology
Technical Writer_
General Dynamics Information Technology, Springfield, Virginia, United States, 22151
**Req ID:** RQ181763**Type of Requisition:** Regular**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Top Secret SCI + Polygraph**Job Family:** Technical Documentation**Skills:**Engineering Drawings,Technical Writing,Time Management**Experience:**2 + years of related experience**US Citizenship Required:**Yes**Job Description:**Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Technical Writer supporting our intelligence customer. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Technical Writer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Technical Writer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.HOW A TECHNICAL WRITER WILL MAKE AN IMPACTAs Technical Writer your activities will include the following:•Support the Development Services Team in the development, revision and delivery of technical documentation, program related messaging and customer deliverables•Collaborate across internal staff to obtain an in-depth understanding of technologies, products or services, and the documentation requirements•Produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience•Create and edit easy-to-understand tutorials to help end-users operate a variety of applications•Analyze existing and potential content, focusing on reuse and single-sourcing opportunities•Support maintenance of the information architectureWHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:EDUCATION/EXPEREINCEBA/BS and 2+ years of professional writing/editing experience or an equivalent combination of years of experience and education.REQUIRED SKILLS•Excellent written and oral skills in English•Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in technical research, writing, and editing•Research highly technical subject matter, organizes information from multiples sources, and express technical information in written form that is comprehensible to a wide audience of readers•Apply concepts for technical writing based on engineering drawings, technical information from engineering documentation, consultations with engineers and subject matter experts, and other available sources•Demonstrated ability to be innovative in design and thought, when appropriate to meet business needs•Able to adapt to both changing business and client needs, and a changing technical environment•Outstanding time management – work within accelerated schedule timelines while delivering high quality products to the customer.•Knowledge of, and ability to use, various word-processing and desktop publishing software applications such as Microsoft Office•Use multiple word processing and presentation tools•Technical writing related to AI/ML capabilities•Previous experience writing to an Analysis of Alternatives (AoA)•Demonstrated experience with NGA and mission partners•Maintain a current internal documentation library•Must demonstrate success and comfort in working with a diverse workforce, working alongside technical professionals in various levels of expertise.•Active TS/SCI ClearanceDESIRED SKILLS•Demonstrated experience and knowledge of NGA and its Mission Partners, or within the Department of Defense (DoD)•Ability to work independently – self-directed and in a collaborative team environment•Advanced knowledge of system design and analysis (infrastructure, DB, applications)•Knowledge of configuration and/or programming of complex systems (infrastructure/database/ applications)•Incorporating Services Level diagrams•Experience developing infographics•Experience in researching new technology, synthesizing information•Express information concisely to key stakeholders•SAFe Agile Experience•SDLC Experience•Experience with markdown, web enabled content (GitLab pages)Location: Company SiteUS Citizenship RequiredGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:● 401K with company match● Comprehensive health and wellness packages● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays\#RoverGSSThe likely salary range for this position is$63,750 - $86,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.