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Technical Writer/Editor

Peraton Herndon, VA
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Job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our 22,000 employees do the cant be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

Responsibilities

Works closely with engineering staff to develop and revise user documentation. Writes and edits manuals and online help based on rough input from developers. Edits manuscripts by reviewing content for completeness, accuracy and correctness of language use and revises manuscripts to meet predetermined standards of style and accuracy. Looks for inconsistencies of thought, development or organization. Confers with authors to recommend treatment of material. Reorganizes, cuts or rewrites as necessary. Tracks changes and oversees reviews and approvals in order to ensure adherence to release deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Candidate should be able to understand and interpret engineering design reviews and documentation, and translate those inputs into clear concise user instructions.
  • Requires proficiency with MS Office. Working knowledge of Windows and RedHat operating environments is helpful.
  • Requires 5 to 8 years with BS/BA or 3 to 5 years with MS/MA or 0 to 2 years with PhD.

Benefits

A career of well-being

  • A range of medical, dental, and vision coverage options
  • Tricare supplemental plan for military retirees
  • Comprehensive paid time off, including national holidays
  • Medical and dependent care FSA, HSA, and commuter pre-tax accounts
  • Paid parental leave and adoption support
  • Family life support through caregiving resources and referrals
  • Short-term and long-term disability as well as life insurance
  • Discounts on travel, merchandise and pet, auto and home insurance401(k) retirement option with employer match
  • Employee assistance program

Learning and development

Our workforce is the best and brightest. We aim to keep it that way by providing the right tools and educational opportunities for you to succeed and grow within Peraton. No matter what stage of your career you’re in or what your professional goals are, we have a program for you.

Life at Peraton

At Peraton, our team of self-starting, mission-driven individuals share a passion for creating solutions that keep our country safe. We challenge the status quo, embrace change, and solve problems through innovation and forward-thinking. We’re building a culture of doers who are constantly improving and work relentlessly to obtain the highest quality results for ourselves and our trusted partners.

Salary range Not specified
Date posted 6th September 2021
Commitment Full-Time
Place of work Santa Clara, CA
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