Technical Writer II

Tri Star Engineering - Bloomington, IN

Full-time

Bloomington, IN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

TRISTAR is seeking a Technical Writer for our upcoming government customer in Bloomington, IN. This position involves providing direct support by preparing, reviewing, editing, and maintaining program technical documents, standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, work instructions, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), and internal team messaging. The Technical Writer will play a crucial role in ensuring that all documentation is clear, concise, and adheres to industry standards and best practices. The Technical Writer will be responsible for developing comprehensive documentation plans and timelines for creating and updating SOPs, policies, and other technical documentation. This includes writing documentation that is not only accurate but also accessible to non-technical audiences. The role requires organizing and structuring documentation in a logical manner, making complex technical concepts easier to understand. Additionally, the Technical Writer will review and edit existing documentation to ensure its accuracy, relevance, and alignment with client requirements and project objectives. Collaboration is key in this role, as the Technical Writer will work closely with customers and IT specialists to gather feedback and incorporate necessary changes into the documentation. The position also involves developing templates, style guides, and other resources to streamline the documentation process and maintain consistency across all deliverables. Furthermore, the Technical Writer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and documentation enhancement, ensuring that all documentation meets the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive documentation plans and timelines for creating and updating SOPs, policies, and other technical documentation.
• Write clear, concise, and accurate documentation that adheres to industry standards and best practices, ensuring consistency across all deliverables.
• Organize and structure documentation in a logical and user-friendly manner, making complex technical concepts accessible to non-technical audiences.
• Review and edit existing documentation to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with client requirements and project objectives.
• Work closely with customer and IT specialists to gather feedback and incorporate changes into documentation as needed.
• Develop templates, style guides, and other resources to streamline the documentation process and maintain consistency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and documentation enhancement.

Requirements

• 5 years experience writing technical documentation.
• Knowledge and experience in technical writing, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accessible documentation.
• Experience in developing and documenting IT policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficient in conducting research and gathering information from various sources.
• Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather relevant data and insights for documentation purposes.
• Ability to manage documentation projects from inception to completion.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of developing documentation plans, timelines, and deliverables to support project objectives.
• Experience in reviewing and editing documentation for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with standards and guidelines.
• MUST be a US Citizen.
• Must possess active DoD Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one.