Technical Writer / Editor Senior

Program Overview

About The Role

Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C 2I SR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team.

We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount.

Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared Technical Writer - Senior to support this mission at MacDill Air Force Base, FL .

Responsibilities:

As a Technical Writer - Senior , you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include:

• Review and edit statements of work (PWSs) and proposals related to C2ISR Transport Infrastructure initiatives, ensuring they are technically accurate , clear, concise, and compliant with acquisition directives.
• Review and edit sections of vendor proposals related to PRDs for technical clarity, consistency, and alignment with the Task Order TO's requirements, helping Government POCs in their technical assessments.
• Ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation guidelines across all phases of acquisition and contract management.
• Executes logistics strategies aligned with SCRM to ensure secure, efficient delivery of mission-critical materials while mitigating supply chain risks
• Ensure all documentation pertaining to acquired items (from initial sourcing to final delivery and integration) for PRDs is well-organized, accurate , and clearly presented.
• Plans, designs, and leads the development of comprehensive technical and non-technical forms, documentation, and references for high-impact programs and processes.
• Functions as a lead collaborator with technical staff and customer representatives to define and document the specifications, design, features, and operation of critical technical processes and solutions, guiding the documentation strategy.
• Leads the writing and editing of all user manuals, help systems, and technical documents, setting standards for clarity and effectiveness.
• Oversees the design and formatting of documents, establishing best practices for using document-creation software and ensuring visual consistency across major projects.
• Plans and conducts interviews with key developers and subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and depth of all information presented in major documentation efforts.
• Evaluates and refines audience assessment strategies, recommending major changes to writing approaches and content presentation to optimize user comprehension.
• Directs collaboration with graphic designers for the creation of complex and impactful visual aids, ensuring alignment with documentation goals.
• Shapes the transformation of highly complex information into easily digestible and user-friendly content for broad audiences, evaluating its effectiveness.
• Establishes and enforces adherence to established style guides, quality standards, and regulatory requirements across the entire documentation suite, identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Manages the documentation lifecycle for critical projects, including advanced version control, archiving, and content management strategies.
• Develops and implements strategies to ensure consistency in messaging and terminology across all project deliverables and communications, impacting overall project success.
• Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: Documentation authoring platforms (MS Word, Adobe FrameMaker, MadCap Flare); style guide compliance checklists; configuration management databases (CMDB) with version control; SOP/QRC libraries for standardized documentation; lessons learned repositories for technical writing and O&M manuals; collaborative editing tools (SharePoint, Confluence, Google Docs); automated formatting and citation tools; digital training manual development suites; stakeholder communication dashboards for document review cycles; audit compliance checklists for FAR/DFARS documentation standards.

Qualifications

Require d qualifications :

• Previous experience as a Technical Writer or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the C CMD leve l
• Minimum of 8years’ experience with a BS /BA degree or 6 years’ experience with a MS/MA or 3years’ experience with a PhD . or 12 years' w/o degree or 10 years' with AS/AA Degree
• A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
• US citizenship is required

Des i red Qualifications:

• DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment:

• Location:  MacDill AFB, FL
• On-site expectations : Full -time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking
• Travel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation’s elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations
• Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness
• Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
• Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems

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Details

Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.