Technical Writer/Editor at anavationllc

Be Challenged and Make a Difference    In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.  Description of Task to be Performed:   AnaVation is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As our Technical Writeryou would provide coordination and authoring of technical writing and editing to all phases of documentation control and deployment. Responsibilities include the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical documents, including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation. The Technical Writer composes and edits technical documentation for all the project’s hardware and software to include installation, configuration, code documentation and how-to documentation such as end-user guides for capabilities. The Technical Writer will also provide field, data definition, and data flow documentation and will format technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel. This role requires use of multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio etc.   Required Qualifications: • Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph • Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 0-4 years of experience related to specific functional area • Certifications: N/A • Demonstrated Experience and knowledge: • Strong technical writing (content generation, working with subject matter experts, drafts, and formal document reviews). • Understanding and experience with document version control: formal documentation drafting, review, finalization, document control, tracking, and reporting. • Strong technical editing (reviewing and editing content for clarity and effectiveness of message, as well as proper grammar and formatting). • Experience writing and editing documents such as Standard Operation Procedures, user manuals, briefing materials, and intelligence products; as well as training materials to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences. • Experience organizing complex integrated document delivery with formal contract deliverables delivered on schedule. • Experience coordinating quality peer review of materials. • Experience cataloging documents, maintaining records, files, electronic media, and archiving of information for publications per customer regulations and requirements. Preferred Qualifications: • Desktop publishing experience. • Experience quickly creating technical drawings, graphics, and figures. • Experience with document formats, styles, and technical writing style guides. • Experience with written/published products within the IC, military, or agency. Benefits          Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents          100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents          100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance          100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents          401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting          Competitive Pay          Generous paid leave and holiday package          Tuition and training reimbursement          Life and AD&D Insurance About AnaVation  AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.     If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!    AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.