Technical Writer/Editor

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Virginia
R167372
Engineering Technical Support
Top Secret
Additional posting locations:
US - VA, Centreville; US - Remote (Any Location)
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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Technical Writer/Editor to join our team! In this role you will get to perform integrated, multidisciplinary assessments that assess survivability of critical U.S. Air Force mission systems, infrastructures, and assets.

The Air Force Mission Assurance Assessment Team requires highly specialized technical, analytical, and investigative support services to develop and conduct comprehensive assessments of an Installation and/or Facility.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Shall support mission assurance assessment team requirements assessment reports, staffing, coordinating, and processing deliverable in accordance with MAA time line requirements.
  • The MA Technical Writer produces fact-based documents and reports with information about MAA products and services, and how they work.
  • The technical writer shall gain/maintain an understanding of MA products and/or applications and then design and write documentation to administratively support user requirements

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Familiar with mission assurance
  • 6 years experience in production and/or editing of technical documents to include specific experience in writing for non-technical audiences (relevant BS degree in science, math, information systems, or engineering can be substituted for up to two [2] years of experience only)
  • Experience providing Technical Writing support within Engineering teams
  • Experienced user of the latest release of Microsoft Office (or equivalent) products
  • Additionally, in accordance with any particular task, the candidate shall have a combination of the following skills:
  • Ability to consolidate technical inputs and analyses, and produce a logical, understandable document
  • Ability to read engineering drawings/specifications
  • Ability to interpret, absorb, and synthesize large quantities of engineering or technical information for non technical readers
  • Ability to upload content onto websites using COTS web authoring tools
  • Ability to integrate existing graphics into documents using various COTS tools
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with latest release of Microsoft Office
  • Understand the requirements of: 1) Pre-Assessment Phase activities (e.g., Mission Analysis and Pre-Site Survey (PSS) work); 2) Assessment Phase activities to include onsite vulnerability and risk assessments; and 3) Post-Assessment Phase activities (e.g., Post Analysis, Report Writing, and MAJCOM follow-up, etc.).
  • Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
  • Must be able to travel up to 25% per year.
  • Must have a valid US passport.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • 10 years’ experience providing Technical Writing support within System Engineering teams developing system vulnerability assessments and evaluations
  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM related field

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $29.95 - $52.40

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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