Technical Writer (Defense)

Location: Orlando, Florida, United States; onsite role

Company

hirify.global and its company Cole Engineering Services provide defense, federal, and commercial IT services, including modeling and simulation, serious gaming, cyber training, and LVCG solutions.

What you will do

• Develop outlines and maintain technical documentation for CESI and government training facilities, including User’s Guides, Training System Support Documents, O&M Manuals, and Trainer Facility Reports.
• Review and format Contract Data Requirement Lists and perform configuration management of assigned documents.
• Create and maintain PowerPoint presentations and graphical product overviews for high-level customers.
• Produce Visio graphics and illustrations, including timing diagrams, block diagrams, and flow charts.
• Organize program materials in Confluence and collaborate with software engineers, development teams, customers, and users.
• Conduct peer reviews, gather feedback, and complete other related documentation duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Communications, or Professional Writing.
• 3 or more years of experience as a Technical Writer in the Department of Defense industry.
• Excellent written and oral communication, grammar, self-editing, and interpersonal skills; ability to write clear, concise English for users and maintainers.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Visio, and other graphics applications.
• Ability to collect, organize, and clarify technical information; use engineering specifications and hands-on experience with custom applications to develop user documentation.
• Ability to use source-control and configuration-management tools such as Git.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment, meet deadlines, and complete assignments on schedule.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET to TOP SECRET security clearance; final requirements will be specified in the Government’s Task Order.

Culture & Benefits

• Professional, inclusive, and non-discriminatory work environment focused on building strong teams.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness program, and employee assistance program.
• 401(k) matching, short- and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Education and training support.
• Generous leave policy including 11 federal holidays, PTO, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty.