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CACI International Inc

Technical Writer

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in State Road, IL
62K-129K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in State Road, IL
62K-129K Annually
Senior level
The Technical Writer creates diverse user documentation, translates customer requirements, and leads technical writing tasks, ensuring clarity and accuracy under tight deadlines.
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Job Title: Technical Writer

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:
Are you ready to revolutionize financial auditability and transportation logistics? We're seeking a successful, experienced Technical Writer to join our team in implementing a cutting-edge software system that will transform how USTRANSCOM manages finances and supply chains.
If you're passionate about leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance transparency, this is your chance to make a significant impact. Join us in building the future of financial and logistical management.

Responsibilities:
Responsible for creating and writing various types of user documents, including how-to guides, references, manuals, cheat sheets, or instructions. 
Explain scientific and technical ideas in simple language. 
Work with customers to translate their functional requirements into detailed technical specifications. 
Responsible for creating and writing various types of user documentation, including how-to guides, references, manuals, cheat sheets, or instructions 
Supports the engineering team with documentation for system components and engineering artifacts 
Explain scientific and technical ideas in simple language 
Work with customers to translate their functional requirements into detailed technical specifications. 
Provide overall leadership of the technical writing tasks and serve as primary liaison to the government for supporting contract coordination and task execution 
Process Owner for all technical documentation on the program including documentation produced by professional technical writers under management 
Writes and edits technical documentation for all of the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration and how-to documentation  
Creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; provides field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formats technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources 
Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing and user documentation. 
Distill complex information into clear, concise text 
Apply writing and grammar skills and delivers accurate documentation with under tight deadlines 

 

Qualifications:
Required: 
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in a technical or lead writing role (equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
Proven ability to distill complex information into clear, concise text
Secret security clearance, or US citizen with ability to pass T1 investigation
Demonstrated excellent writing and grammar skills combined with ability to work independently and deliver accurate content under pressure and tight deadlines
Proven experience designing and delivering developer-oriented documentation as well as working directly with development teams
Experienced using multiple tools to develop base templates and manipulate output styles
Possess a thorough understanding of software development (SDLC), IC ITE, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other key terminology in this PWS 

Desired:

Secret security clearance
Graduate degree in related area of study
Demonstrated expertise in migrating documentation to an automation-driven process 

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$61,600-$129,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Top Skills

Documentation Tools
Risk Management Framework
Software Development Lifecycle
Technical Writing

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