Senior Systems Engineer Technical Writer

Leidos • Odenton, MD

392d • $78,000 - $141,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Systems Engineer position at Leidos focuses on supporting the DISA Defense Red Switch Network for an enterprise VoIP management system. The role emphasizes technical writing, requiring the candidate to document complex technical information clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences. The position involves creating various media types, including technical manuals, SOPs, and presentations, while ensuring high-quality documentation standards are met.

Requirements

• Active DoD TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience writing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite and editing in markdown language.
• Technical editing experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) technical and reference documents.
• Experience creating technical documentation with input from software engineers, systems engineers, and network engineers.
• Proven experience creating technical diagrams and specifications using Visio.
• Experience writing in a structured authoring environment.
• Ability to translate technical and complex information and requirements into user-friendly technical documentation.
• Ability to learn new technical information quickly to convey concepts targeted to the audience.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work without appreciable direction, modulating schedule to meet and exceed schedule targets.
• Demonstrated direct experience developing and implementing large-scale technical changes on compressed schedule deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with Configuration Management documentation preferred.
• General knowledge of IT Security principles with attention to detail in identifying areas of risk.
• Understanding of network management.
• Experience developing and testing written procedures in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Compose technical documentation including the Technical Implementation Guide (TIG), user manuals, technical specifications, installation guides, system security plans, system requirements documents, standard operating procedures, installation guides and briefings.
• Conduct research to support and extend technical content as needed.
• Organize material and complete writing assignments according to set standards and guidelines.
• Own the entire documentation set, including architecture, writing, editing, testing, and deployment.
• Create document templates and shells for subject matter experts to complete.
• Coordinate with system engineers and subject matter experts to ensure all developed content is consistent, validated, and verified.
• Ensure the use of proper technical terminology in team-produced artifacts.
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions per an established document development life cycle.
• Edit, clarify, and proofread documents written by others.
• Manage simultaneous complex and competing documentation projects involving other team members and key stakeholders across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree