Senior Technical Writer

Job Title

Senior Technical Writer

Location

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21010 US (Primary)

Category

Administrative / Clerical

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$87000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$97000

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S. Citizen

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Job Description

STC is a science and engineering research and services support company with proven expertise and experience spanning research, development, test, and evaluation in areas including aerospace engineering, earth and atmospheric sciences, chemical and biological defense, military systems and technology, and software development.

 

• Employment Category: Full Time / Exempt
• Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
• Travel: None anticipated
• Security Clearance: Secret
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Responsibilities:
Provide technical writing support to prepare, review and edit articles, technical reports, manuscripts, annual reports, and special studies. All efforts will be performed at the customer’s facilities at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The successful candidate will be driven to remain current on government regulations and policies on writing and able to multitask while working individually or as part of a team.

 

• Prepare, review and edit written documents, such as journal articles, technical reports, manuscripts, annual reports, and special studies
• Capture all activities during each reporting period and prepare input and correspondence for Monthly Status Reports
• Deliver all documents and reports within schedule
• Prepare and review meeting minutes, training material, and other documents

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, chemistry, biology, or related field.
An associate’s degree will be considered with added experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $87K to $97K per year based on experience and qualifications
• Schedule: M-F, 8-hrs/day
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
• 3 weeks (120 hrs/year) Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 Federal holidays, and Sick Leave
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Short Term/Long Term Disability are available
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a DoD Secret Clearance
• 9 years’ experience in scientific research, education and publishing
• 5 years’ experience in content-editing chemical and biological defense research documents e.g., reports and journal articles
• Expertise with the American Chemical Society (ACS) style guide
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and the ability multitask, prioritize, and complete work within schedule

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree or minor in chemistry or biology

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.