Senior Technical Writer
SAIC is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Writer with extensive experience developing United States Air Force (USAF) Technical Orders (TOs) in compliance with the latest USAF Technical Manual Contract Requirements (TMCRs). The individual will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in creating, revising, and managing technical documentation with a focus on effectiveness, accuracy, and usability to meet USAF mission requirements. The ideal candidate will also possess a comprehensive understanding of USAF datalink systems and will have hands-on experience with SAIC Joint Range Extension (JRE) software. This role involves collaboration with technical teams, program managers, and USAF stakeholders to deliver high-quality documentation that aligns with contractual, technical, and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities: USAF Technical Order Documentation:Develop, edit, review, and maintain USAF Technical Orders (TOs) in full compliance with TMCR guidelines and MIL-STD-38784. Ensure TOs meet content accuracy, formatting, and delivery requirements as outlined in the TMCR, including the use of precise language, safety standards, and integration with relevant system specifications. Apply expertise in formatting TOs within SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Language) environments using Government-provided FOSI (Formatting Output Specification Instances) templates. USAF Data Link Expertise:Act as a technical liaison to collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders in supporting USAF datalink systems, focusing on operational requirements and capabilities. Utilize extensive knowledge in USAF datalink systems and the SAIC Joint Range Extension (JRE) Gateway Software to ensure the accuracy and relevance of technical documentation. Collaboration and Communication:Work closely with government clients, engineering teams, and program managers to ensure technical materials align with USAF and program objectives. Communicate effectively to gather system specifications, operational parameters, testing procedures, and end-user feedback for inclusion in TOs. Compliance & Quality Assurance:Perform thorough reviews of documentation to ensure strict compliance with USAF technical standards and best practices. Participate in configuration management and validation/verification protocols to ensure all TOs are current, effective, and complete. Other Duties:Support deployment by providing user training and presentations as needed. Travel up to 20% to engage with key stakeholders, conduct onsite evaluations, and support USAF operations as required. SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom. Apply To This Job