Technical Writer with Security Clearance

Kitty Hawk Technologies is a fast growing service and technology innovator that assists in delivering lean and effective solutions to our customers. We work alongside our Government Partners in developing innovative technology to support some of our nation's most important defense initiatives. Kitty Hawk employees work closely with our customers to develop solutions that support national engineering and security missions. The ideal candidate will support our team in providing program support to the Department of Defense (DoD). In addition to receiving a competitive salary and health benefits, the Technical Writer will join a motivated, supportive, talented, and technically accomplished team. Kitty Hawk Technologies also offers a flexible work environment and culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. Candidates must be results oriented and have the ability to work in a well-organized, logical and systematic manner. They will set clear objectives, monitor progress, take corrective action and control performance levels to maintain high internal customer satisfaction. They will also possess deep insight into customer requirements and will maintain the ability to ethically influence those requirements. They will have the ability to clearly define and clearly articulate compelling solutions and will require an ability to quickly assimilate and apply complex technical information. The Technical Writer role requires candidates to have three (3) or more years of experience supporting DoD activities. Responsibilities in this position include, but are not limited to,
- Works as part of a team to support technical writing and editing of engineering and analysis products
- Reviews engineering products for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formating
- Ensures engineering products meet editorial and Government specifications and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format, and style.
- Supports the maintenance and configuration management of all technical documentation
- Develops and maintain engineering product templates (Word, Powerpoint)
- Supports recurring technical exchanges and working groups to capture meeting minutes and actions Additional Requirements & Qualifications - Three (3) years of professional experience in the the drafting and review of all of project technical documentation, to include reviewing for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
- Experience supporting the maintenance and configuration management of technical documentation.
- Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for SCI or active TS/SCI is required - U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Experience developing schedules in Microsoft Project or similar tool - Understanding of DoD Risk Management practices Desired Skills - Five (5) years of professional experience - Bachelor's degree in an English or STEM.
- Experience support DoD projects
- Active TS/SI clearance
- Experience with DoD Risk Management practices Work Posture - Must be committed to working on-site at the Kitty Hawk King George,VA office or government customer facility. Flexible work arrangement may be available as dictated by customer support requirements. Travel - Some local travel may be required dependent on contract requirements. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for supporting DoD projects and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment.