Technical Writer jobs in Chesapeake, VA

Klett Consulting Group (KCG) is a government contracting firm specializing in program support across multiple support areas for both military and civilian agencies. KCG has been in business for 20 years in the government industry and has been voted one of the “Best Places to Work” for the past 4 years. 

KCG is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Support Procurement and Contracting (P&C) in assisting program managers regarding the format and content of requirements (SOWs, SOOs, RSDs, etc.); prepare documents in compliance with internal procedures.
• Determine the clearest and most logical way to present information for the greatest reader comprehension.
• Develop, draft, write, and edit requirement documents including functional descriptions, specifications, deliverables, and acceptance criteria in support of purchasing & contracting, program managers, and other NATO stakeholders to ensure order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology remain consistent.
• Translate technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel.
• Conduct research and ensure the use of proper technical industry terminology.
• Support procurement activities such as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFPs)/Invitations for International Bidding (IFIBs), and participating as a Recorder on Solicitation Review Boards (SRBs) and Contract Awards Committees (CAC).
• Assist in drafting and staffing business cases to support special requests or requests for deviation from normal methods of procurement.
• Meticulously record all relevant contract decisions and actions of CACs.
• Coordinate participation of other acquisition team members where necessary to complete assigned work.
• Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels of the organization.
• Produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience and wide-spread publication
• Create tutorials and samples to help end-users initiate requirements
• In coordination with procurement staff, review and update contract templates and desk guides to standardize contracting practices as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned by the COTR within the scope of the LCAT

Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years in the last 10 years of demonstrable experience capturing complex technical requirements in coordination with SMEs to support the development of contract requirements documents (within a national or international organisation).
• Minimum of five (5) years in the last 10 years of demonstrable experience writing, reviewing, and editing requirements and specifications for contract solicitations (within a national or international organisation).
• Demonstrable experience working closely with a cross-functional team
• Demonstrated ability to acquire and present information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter experts, written interpretation of data visualizations, or other appropriate methods.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others regardless of rank/position, the stressfulness of the situation, or the diversity of opinion.
• Demonstrable ability to lead, train, and mentor peers, customers, and trainees in requirement document development processes.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in oral and interpersonal communication, and writing at collegiate and professional levels in English.
  • A writing sample supporting the development of contract requirements documents (no more than 5 pages) is required to be submitted for the technical writer/editor candidates.
• Familiarity with acquisition publications, NATO or National procurement/financial regulations, and requirements documents
• Familiarity with procurement practices and ability to assist in the development of contracts that allow for the flexibility required in an agile environment without compromising the integrity of the procurement process.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools and SharePoint
• Bachelor's Degree
• Active security clearance

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off