Independent Software

Technical Writer, Level 3 (FORECASTED)

Technical Writing - Fort Meade, MD - Full Time

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, we understand that high-quality documentation is essential to the success and usability of complex systems. As a Technical Writer Level 2 you will support system engineers, software developers, and program teams by creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation across all stages of the software and system lifecycle.

You will play a key role in developing user guides, installation manuals, system operation procedures, and other key documents that support the implementation, configuration, and use of mission-critical technologies. Your ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and accessible manner will directly contribute to successful deployment and user adoption.

Independent Software offers a collaborative and fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to grow your technical writing expertise while supporting meaningful national security work.

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Prepare and maintain user guides, manuals, operations documentation, and technical publications
  • Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software, including installation, configuration, and operational use
  • Assist in documentation for software code, implementation guides, and end-user materials
  • Organize and maintain an internal technical documentation library
  • Coordinate document layout and design, ensuring consistent formatting and professional presentation
  • Work closely with engineers, developers, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather and clarify technical content
  • Use tools like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other word processing and visual tools to create documentation
  • Research highly technical subject matter and express it clearly for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Support the development of reports, briefings, training manuals, and acquisition documentation
  • Interpret technical drawings and operational procedures to synthesize accurate technical materials
  • Ensure documentation meets DoD standards and supports the needs of a wide range of users
  • Demonstrated ability to create, update, and manage content using SharePoint, Confluence, or similar collaboration and documentation platforms.
  • Provide expert-level oversight and guidance in technical writing and editing across all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the program, project, or contract.
  • Independently develop and maintain highly complex system, programming, operations, and procedural documentation.
  • Serve as a project lead for initiatives involving complex or large-scale documentation efforts and coordinate specialized documentation services as needed.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Ability to research and translate technical concepts into clear, comprehensive written materials
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other documentation tools
  • Strong attention to detail and grammar
  • Understanding of system/software development lifecycle processes
  • Ability to coordinate document creation across engineering and development teams
  • Experience writing for a variety of audiences, including technical users, end-users, and stakeholders
Education and Experience:
  • A minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.  A Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related discipline from an accredited college or university is also required.
  • A Master’s degree in a technical or business-related discipline may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the total experience requirement to six (6) years. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an additional four (4) years of relevant Technical Writing experience may be substituted.
Clearance Requirement:
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
**This position is contingent on contract award**

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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