Overview
TECHNICAL WRITER/EDITOR I (DETO):
Bowhead is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor I to provide services and support to NSWCDD. The position is located at Dahlgren, VA, in support of projects throughout E50, NSWCDD. Duties include but are not limited to project management support and associated tasks, such as, providing meeting minutes and action item logs, developing and editing of documentation, continuous improvement of support, services and products, collaboration with government team and other contractors, and quality assurance.
*This position will require onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. *
Responsibilities
Coordinate Government inputs, generate and deliver program weekly reports, monthly reports, program review presentations, and program status updates and highlights.
Attend meetings and generate attendee's lists, meeting minutes, and Action Items (AIs).
Track meeting action items and maintain records reflecting both open and closed action items.
Contact open action item Point of Contacts (POCs) for status updates and document any updates prior to recurring meetings.
Edit documentation during meetings.
Adhere to security classification guides and develop/edit/archive project materials appropriately.
Schedule conference rooms at the Government and Contractor facility, generate agendas and invitations, disseminate invitations, and print/bind presentation materials.
Maintain and update Government project tracking system databases.
Maintain and update configuration management database or repository in accordance with program configuration management plan.
Perform direct writing for engineers, scientists, and other personnel who author technical and administrative publications.
Perform technical editing of existing Government documents and presentations to ensure technical consistency, format consistency, and proper grammar. Configuration control shall be maintained at all stages of document generation and maintenance.
Provide recommendations for test documentation, test plans, test reports, test schedules, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), countdown checklists and problem reports.
Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel.
Ability to define task details (e.g. Excel, Project, Power Point, and Word).
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Professional & Business Writing, Journalism, Communications, and/or a STEM degree with demonstration of significant experience in written communication (such a minor in writing, a writing heavy internship/job, etc.).
One (1) year experience as technical writer.
Expertise with editing and formatting Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, and Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) document.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate output data and concepts simply and concisely for senior leaders.
key skills
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
Analytical thinking to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and/or currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2025-22784
Category Technical Writing/Editing
Location : Location US-VA-Dahlgren
SCA Hourly Rate USD $27.97/Hr.
Minimum Clearance Required Secret
Travel Requirement Less than 10%
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