*Technical Writer, Supervisor at Synectic Solutions Inc

Norfolk, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Writing, Editing, Content Organization, Supervision, Mentoring, Analytical Ability, Technical Interpretation, Communication, Interviewing, Documentation Tools, Formatting Standards, Publication Software, Attention To Detail, Grammar, Clarity, Consistency

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

The Supervisory Technical Writer develops, writes, edits, and reviews technical materials including manuals, instructions, reports, catalogs, briefs, and other publications. This role documents work methods, operational procedures, and maintenance requirements for machinery and equipment. The position also serves as a supervisor to other technical writers, ensuring documentation quality, consistency, and compliance with established standards. General Duties: • Develop, write, and edit technical publications such as manuals, instructions, catalogs, and reports. • Document work methods, installation procedures, operation processes, and maintenance requirements. • Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to gather technical details. • Interview engineers, production personnel, and technical staff to obtain accurate information. • Organize written material according to standards for clarity, conciseness, terminology, and formatting. • Review and evaluate published materials, recommending revisions to improve content and usability. • Edit materials prepared by other writers or technical personnel. • Supervise and provide guidance to technical writing staff. • Assign writing tasks, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain documentation quality. • Recommend improvements in writing processes, formats, and documentation standards. Salary: $90k/year Required Education: • Bachelor's degree in any field. Required Experience: • 3 years of related experience in technical writing or editing. Skills & Competencies: • Strong writing, editing, and content organization skills. • Ability to guide, supervise, and mentor technical writing staff. • Strong analytical ability to interpret technical and engineering information. • Excellent communication and interviewing skills for gathering technical data. • Proficiency with documentation tools, formatting standards, and publication software. • Strong attention to detail, grammar, clarity, and document consistency. Additional Requirements: • None Work Environment: • Ability to work independently or lead a team of technical writers. • Strong professionalism and adherence to documentation and quality standards. What Your Experience Working for Us Will Be Like Ask any of our employees and they will tell you SSI is a great place to work with an upbeat and positive culture. We take pride in our work to continuously improve on our performance in a manner that enhances the mission of the agencies we serve while expanding opportunities for our employees and our company. About Synectic Solutions, Inc. (SSI) Synectic Solutions, Inc. (SSI), is an award-winning, 20-year government contracting agency focused on the areas of logistics, engineering, management, and information technology. SSI is a growing organization committed to exceeding customer expectations, to continually improving all products, services, and processes, and to perform all work with the commitment to upholding the highest standards and ethics. Ready to apply? If this job sounds like a fit for you, then click on the ‘apply’ button below. Good luck!

Responsibilities

The Supervisory Technical Writer is responsible for developing, writing, editing, and reviewing various technical materials, including manuals and reports, while documenting work methods and operational procedures for equipment. This role also involves supervising other technical writers to ensure documentation quality, consistency, and adherence to established standards.