Technical Writer - C
Remote · United States or Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Technical Writer for CAD-related documentation supporting engineering design, implementation, and operations at Telos. Create, manage, and release technical documentation and CAD drawings, coordinate with subject matter experts, review and produce contract CDRLs (Test Plans, Test Procedures, System Design Specifications), and generate Telecommunications System Installation Plans. Responsibilities include proofreading/editorial tasks, producing illustrations with Visio, and supporting proposal development as needed. Travel up to ~20% may be required. Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance, possess CAD-related training and an Associate’s Degree in a writing/drafting-focused discipline or equivalent experience, and demonstrate strong written communication skills. Proficient in MS Word and Adobe; experienced with Visio and AutoCAD/SolidWorks; able to translate guidelines into comprehensive document outlines and maintain strict documentation standards. The role requires professionalism, diplomacy with customers, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. U.S. citizenship is required for access to sensitive information; Telos participates in E-Verify and maintains a drug-free workplace.
Required Qualifications
- Technical Training in CAD
- Associate’s Degree in a writing/drafting-focused discipline or equivalent education/experience
- 3-6 years of technical writing and/or engineering/IT-related experience
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
- Strong proficiency with MS Word and Adobe
- Proficiency with MS Visio; familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks
- Demonstrated ability to research, write, edit and produce contract CDRLs (e.g., Test Plans, Test Procedures, System Design Specifications)
- Ability to follow customer-established composition guidelines
- Attention to detail and customer service orientation
- US citizenship required to access sensitive information
- Willingness to travel up to ~20% (approx. two 1-2 week trips per year)
- Excellent written and communication skills
Additional Requirements
- US citizenship required to access sensitive information
- Drug-free workplace; E-Verify participation
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