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Technical Writer Job at SAIC in Huntsville

SAIC, Huntsville, AL, United States, 35898

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Description

SAIC is currently looking for a Technical Writer support of one of our fast-paced Army software programs. The duty location is in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities:
  • Candidate will be required to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and technical inputs with moderate supervision.
  • Candidate should be able to track task statuses even if schedule/priorities change quickly.
  • Candidate will edit complex software/hardware/management/process documentation.
  • Candidate will be required to take and publish minutes for technical meetings.
  • Candidate will be required to work successfully with SMEs, assist technical team members with writing tasks, and assist individuals in troubleshooting Microsoft Word issues.
  • Candidate will be expected to follow processes, writing/style conventions, and configuration management established for MLRS documentation.
Qualifications

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or equivalent and three (3) years experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).
Clearance Requirements:
  • Must possess an active Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US citizenship is required.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
  • A strong work ethic with the ability to manage multiple assignments with moderate supervision.
  • Ability to work successfully with diverse and professional teams from functional/technical areas (programmers, testers, managers, SMEs, engineers, configuration management, etc.).
  • Ability to plan/schedule work activities and accommodate constantly changing priorities in a busy team environment.
  • Ability to learn new software/hardware.
  • Excellent written/verbal communications skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrable proficiency using MS Word (emphasis on styles and referencing tools).
  • Demonstrable proficiency in grammar and punctuation.
  • Some experience using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Willingness to occasionally perform work outside normal duties/responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of Agile methodology.
  • Basic knowledge of Visio or other graphics programs.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.