Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the cant be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.
Responsibilities
Peraton is looking for a Technical Writer to join our team in Patuxent River, MD. The ideal candidate shall write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions.This position is contingent upon contract award.
Responsibilities for the Technical Writer include:
- Revise or write materials for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, technical, and administrative publications.
- Organize material and complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
- Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
- Lay out material for publication, and arrange for typing, duplication, or distribution of material.
- Write draft speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases, or specialized in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BS or BA degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, Management or Relevant Technical Discipline.
- Allowable Substitution: Associates degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, Management or Relevant Technical Discipline plus two (2) years of additional work experience performing the duties described in the Experience Requirements below may be substituted for a Bachelors degree.
- At least five (5) years of experience in performing duties similar to at least two (2) duties found in the Journeyman Technical Writer description.
- Shall have or be able to obtain a Secret or up to a Top Secret Security Clearance. On certain Task Orders Secret Clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) will be required for Special Access Programs (SAP).