Technical Writer

Columbia Technology Partners - Annapolis, MD

Full-time

Annapolis, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Technical Writer position at Columbia Technology Partners involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities centered around the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents. This role is crucial for ensuring that all technical documentation related to software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation is accurate and up-to-date. The Technical Writer will be tasked with writing and editing documentation for all hardware and software components of the project, which includes creating installation guides, configuration manuals, and how-to documentation. In addition to general documentation, the Technical Writer will also be responsible for producing code documentation for software, implementation guides, and end-user guides that detail the capabilities of the systems. This position requires the creation of field documentation, data definitions, and data flow documentation, which are essential for understanding the technical aspects of the projects. The Technical Writer will format technical publications, which may include pamphlets and technical drawings, and will collaborate with technical personnel and utilize available resources to ensure the accuracy and clarity of the documentation produced. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject to random drug testing as per Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university, with the possibility of substituting a Master's degree for two years of experience. A total of eight years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required, with additional experience in technical writing being a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents.
• Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software.
• Create installation, configuration, and how-to documentation.
• Produce code documentation for software.
• Develop implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities.
• Provide field, data definition, and data flow documentation.
• Format technical publications from pamphlets and technical drawings.
• Consult with technical personnel and utilize available resources for documentation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Master's degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to six (6) years of experience.
• Eight (8) years' experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Four (4) years of additional technical writing experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.