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F-35 Technical Writer | Secret clearance - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Arlington - 1401 S Clark St (VAS125)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ180172

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:
Technical Documentation

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Document Management, Technical Editing, Technical Writing
Certifications:

Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Technical Writer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on a Technical Writer joining our JSF F-35 support team in Arlington, VA.

HOW OUR TECHNICAL EDITOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

  • Preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, user documentation, etc.
  • Writing and editing technical documentation for all the project's hardware and software requirements to include installation, configuration, and how-to documentation.
  • Producing implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; providing field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formatting technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources.
  • Standardizing documentation by creating and implementing templates for all document types.
  • Providing technical writing support to document all Infrastructure Services deliverables, functions, processes, and accreditation efforts.
  • Maintaining document library to enable ease of document storage, retrieval, updates, and reviews.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (Required):
  • Security Clearance Level: Active Secret
  • Required Experience: 2 - 5 years of experience in Technical Writing
  • Education: Bachelors Degree in related field OR additional work experience can be considered in lieu of degree
  • Required Skills:
  • Proven skill at writing technical descriptions on the functionality of custom network infrastructure designs and server systems in such a way that they make sense to the lay reader and can be used by network systems implementers in an enterprise network environment.
  • Proven ability to organize and, as needed, edit materials produced by a Subject Matter Expert or network engineer, with significant abilities in communicating with Subject Matter Experts and engineers.
  • Experience with MS Visio, MS Project, MS PowerPoint.
  • Experience with developing system documentation and network infrastructures. Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively, work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines and produce quality work on multiple simultaneous projects.
  • Experience with DoD Policy / Regulation writing, and formatting.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project, content and time management skills.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and a disciplined self-starter.
  • Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Location: Hybrid - onsite in Arlington, VA and Remote.
  • US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $57,866 - $74,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Arlington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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Arlington, VA

Salary Range
$57,866 to $74,750
General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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