CANES Technical Writer

Responsibilities

Plans and prepares the technical data for CANES Based Variant (CBV). Analyzes requirements, develops source material, consults engineering and technical staff and works with illustrators and the like in preparing a draft or final product. Provides guidance and direction in the areas of quality, graphics, coverage, format and style. Ensures adherence to specifications. Formats and proofreads documents from Jira/Confluence database. Edits and proofreads complex technical documents or sections of documents prepared by writers such as manuals, procedures and specifications. Responsible for following material/production through the stages of publishing (i.e. layout and formatting) by interfacing with technical writers, illustrators, word processors and the like to ensure the final product meets all required specifications. Participates in the development of department editing standards and styles and the interpretation of government standards. Participates in daily standup meetings with the customer. 

Responsible for learning and using Noblis’ standard principles, concepts, processes, structure, techniques, tools, and methodologies to solve routine real-world problems using basic skills. Apply particular project or technical/functional area knowledge and concepts and operate with close supervision, following direction and guidance from others. Engage independently in activities such as research, data gathering, data manipulation and interpretation; consolidate findings and identify key themes from gathered data and analysis. Begin to demonstrate personal flexibility through learning and self-development and the ability to communicate effectively with others.

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science or Arts with an emphasis on technical writing, communications and/or journalism.
• Knowledge or experience documenting complex engineering concepts.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one
• Knowledge of computer engineering and information technology

Desired Qualifications

 

• Familiarity with CANES
•  1+ year of experience with customer facing support

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

 

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Explanation

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

 

Salary at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and are based on full time status. Part time staff receive a prorated salary based on regularly scheduled hours. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements), and is just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package for employees.

 

Posted Salary Range

USD $24.47 - USD $42.84 /Yr.

Equal Employment Opportunity