SCA Technical Writer III

Job ID: 2503750

Location: NORFOLK, VA, US

Date Posted: 2025-03-26

Category: Wage Determination (SCA)

Subcategory: Service Contract Act

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

At SAIC, we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex challenges and advancing the state of the art in Maritime Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (M-PNT) systems. Join us as we continue to define the future of the Navy's warfighter, delivering unparalleled solutions that make the world more connected, secure, and efficient.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Writer III to join our talented team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating comprehensive and accurate technical documentation by translating complex technical information into clear, user-friendly content, often leading projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring documentation quality while possessing strong writing, editing, communication, and technical knowledge skills.

Work is performed on site in Norfolk, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.

This position is contingent upon award news Spring of 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality documentation like user guides, API references, white papers, training materials, and release notes, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Strong understanding of the navigation systems being documented, including the technical features and functionalities.
• Work closely with subject matter experts, engineers, and other team members to gather information, clarify requirements, and ensure documentation aligns with product development.
• Define documentation scope, outlining project timelines, and managing the overall documentation process.
• Maintain and update existing documentation to reflect product changes and new features.
• Review and edit technical documentation to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to style guides.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in technical documentation.
• Conduct thorough research to gather accurate technical information.
• Provide guidance and training to junior technical writers.

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of innovation, where your ideas and contributions are valued and make an impact.
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology and field-testing opportunities.
• A supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a technical field such as Engineering.
• Six (6) years or more of professional experience in technical writing.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
• Understanding of relevant technical domains, including programming languages, software development methodologies, and system architectures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences to gather information and explain complex concepts.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to gather information and align documentation with product development.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage documentation projects to meet deadlines.
• Expertise in using authoring tools, content management systems, and other relevant software for creating and publishing technical documentation.
• Ability to create visually appealing documentation using graphics and diagrams.

Required Security Clearance:

• ship required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
  • Active Interim Secret or final Secret clearance is preferred.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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