Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret
Suitability:
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
SCA
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Documentations, Technical Manuals, Technical Writing
Certifications:
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Technical Writer III
Job Description
Technical writer to support Surface Ship Torpedo Defense (SSTD) systems technical data documentation requirements for US Navy and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
- Provide technical writing support for the review and development of SSTD technical procedures, processes, and manuals that are published in MS Office applications, Adobe PDFs and IETM’s.
- Gather, process, analyze, reconcile and enter SSTD systems engineering data and fleet modernization data in support of Ship Alteration Systems, Temporary Alteration Records, Engineering Change Orders, Engineering Change Proposals, Navy Training System Plans and Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals.
- Collaborate with other team members in the development, production and distribution of SSTD documentation materials within GDIT and to various government customers.
Education
- Associates Degree in any field with 3+ years of professional experience in technical writing (additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree)
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working with technical personnel developing and publishing technical materials
- Experience developing and publishing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) using SGML applications such as Arbortext or MadCap Flare
- Background supporting Configuration Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software applications
- Previous US Navy ASW background preferred, but not required
- Secret clearance or eligible to obtain
- Must be a US Citizen
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $30.64 - $41.46. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.