Technical Writer -Space Electronic Warfare

Northstrat is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technical Writer for our 5 year production contract to produce and maintain space electronic warfare systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing technical documentation that ensures clear communication, compliance with government standards, and the accurate representation of technical processes and systems. The type of documentation the Tech Writer is expected to produce are program plans and processes, test completion and quality completion documentation for the production systems, software sustainment documentation and other program documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Documentation Development

• Develop a program style guide and conforming templates for all documents, spreadsheets and presentations for both formal and informal customer delivery

• Collaborate with the technical staff to create and update technical manuals, user guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, CDRLs, Develop and maintain system specifications documentation, design documents, and test procedures.

• Draft reports, briefings, and presentations tailored to various stakeholders.

• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accessible language

• Document workflows, production processes, and operational procedures.

• Responsible for taking meeting minutes for customer and internally driven meetings

• Assemble minutes and notes taken from other members into a concise contract deliverables

Compliance and Standardization

• Ensure all documentation adheres to provided customer standards.

Document Management

• Use document management tools (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence) to store and organize files.

• Ensure timely updates and revisions based on project changes or new requirements.

Process and Workflow Support

• Create visual aids like flowcharts, diagrams, and tables to enhance understanding.

• Assist in preparing training materials for team members and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Must be proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Sharepoint, Confluence.

• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in government or production environments.

• Experience in developing documents and procedures within different development methodologies (agile, waterfall, sustainment)

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.

• Must have a security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance

Preferred:

• A bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field.

• Knowledge of federal or military documentation standards

• Experience with XML-based content authoring systems.

• Certification in technical writing or a related discipline.

• Experience working on contracts requiring security clearance.

• Familiarity with graphic design tools like Visio or Adobe Illustrator.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.  

Flex Time

Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.

Individual Benefits Account (IBA)

To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee.

The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:

IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary.

Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)

The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.

Stock Options

Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company.

Lifelong Learning

Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.

Bring Your True Self

We embrace diversity and encourage inclusion. We support employee led interest groups and challenge our employees to support others and be their best self. We are so true to our beliefs that we offer employee referral incentives. When you like it here, your friends and family will too!

Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.