Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Technical Writer/Editor to join our team and contribute to the creation of high-quality documentation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, and gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, has strong written communication skills, and is passionate about translating complex information into clear and concise content. This is a great opportunity for someone to support impactful projects within the government and technology sectors.
Technical Editor Responsibilities & Duties:
- Review technical documents for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
- Edit content for grammar, style, and tone
- Collaborate with managers, engineers, and subject matter experts
- Ensure technical documentation aligns with organizational standards
- Organize and manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously
- Develop and maintain templates and style guides
- Verify technical content through testing or consultation with experts
- Track document revisions and manage version control
- Provide feedback and training to authors
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Incorporate user feedback into documentation improvements
- Assist in the development of documentation strategies and plans
- Use specialized software tools for document management and editing
- Participate in meetings to gather information and updates on projects
- Conduct peer reviews and checks on technical content
Qualifications
Technical Editor Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, or a related field, or equivalent experience in technical writing, editing
- Experience with content management systems and version control software
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and compliance requirements
- Experience working on a large-scale government contract
- Advanced understanding of technical writing principles and best practices
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong project management skills
- Proficiency in multiple software tools for document creation and editing
- Experience with multimedia content, such as video tutorials or interactive guides
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to understand and translate complex technical information
- Proficiency with standard word processing and document management tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Familiarity with technical documentation standards and best practices
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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