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Technical Writer Job at KBR, Inc. in Portland

Technical Writer Job at KBR, Inc. in Portland

MediabistroPortland, OR, United States
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The successful candidate will be part of the KBR team supporting the Test Resource Management Center’s (TRMC) Big Data and Knowledge Management Team working on Big Data systems supporting DoD Test Ranges and various acquisition programs.

We are seeking a highly experienced DoD Technical Writer with a strong understanding of DoD processes and documentation standards to join our dynamic distributed team. As a Technical Writer on our team, you will be instrumental in creating, editing and maintaining a wide range of technical documentation.

Your ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise and user-friendly content will be crucial to the success of our mission. This role requires proven experience writing for DoD audiences and familiarity with DoD documentation standards.

Only US citizens with active DoD Secret clearances and 5+ years of technical writing experience within a DoD environment will be considered. The successful candidate will have technical writing experience within the DoD community and should be prepared to provide writing & graphic layout samples alongside their resume.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects : Work on cutting-edge technologies and projects that directly support our national security objectives.
  • Collaborative Environment : Join a dynamic team where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of our workplace culture.
  • Impactful Work : Play a key role in projects that make a real difference in both our company and the broader national security field.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Documentation : Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including how-to guides, presentations, system administration guides, installation guides, end user training materials, API documentation, wiki pages and technical reports. Manage document version control and configuration.
  • DoD Standards : Adhere to DoD documentation standards, style guides and templates. Review and edit documentation created by technical staff. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Collaboration : Collaborate with a diverse team of software engineers, system architects, system administrators, data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, trainers and program managers to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation. Work collaboratively with graphics designers to create and enhance graphics for documentation.
  • Process Improvement : Self-motivated to proactively identify areas for documentation improvement and implement changes. Support the public release process for documentation. Demonstrated initiative in improving documentation quality.
  • Communication Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers and teammates.
  • Tools : Proficiency with documentation tools. Proficiency with wiki tools such as Confluence.
  • Presentation Skills : Confident presentation skills for large technical and non-technical groups.
  • Work Environment

  • Location : This position is mostly remote, but the individual must reside in an area near a military installation.
  • Travel Requirements : This position will require travel of 25% with potential surge to 50% to support end users located at various DoD ranges & labs located across the US.
  • Working Hours : Standard
  • Qualifications

    Required :

  • Security Clearance : Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
  • Education : Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience : 5+ years of technical writing experience within the DoD environment.
  • Desired

  • Experience : 15+ years of technical writing experience with 5+ in DoD.
  • Big Data Experience : Knowledge of Big Data technologies.
  • Software Experience : Proven experience documenting complex software systems.
  • KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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