About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense, we understand that action determines outcomes and that new challenges require innovative solutions. That is why we continually look ahead, embrace change, and approach what comes next with determination and courage.
Our vision is to deliver adaptive innovation that supports the nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, exceptional talent, and unmatched agility. We leverage speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to help strengthen and protect the nation's vital interests.
Requisition #: 1791
Job Title: Technical Writer II
Location: Remote
Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start
Required Certification(s): Bachelor's degree in a related field or 2+ years of relevant experience, or certifications applicable to the functional role description. Certifications such as Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), Microsoft Office Specialist, or an equivalent technical-writing certification are applicable.
Job Description
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Create clear, concise, and accurate documentation for products, services, or processes, particularly within high-tech or specialized environments.
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Translate complex information into user manuals, guides, help files, white papers, and training materials that are easy for the intended audience to understand.
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Demonstrate excellent writing ability, strong attention to detail, and the capacity to understand complex technical concepts quickly.
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Collaborate closely with engineers, product developers, and subject-matter experts to ensure documentation is technically accurate and relevant.
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Use documentation tools effectively, with knowledge of XML, DITA, or other markup languages. Familiarity with graphics and publishing software is often required. Update documentation as products develop while ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations.
Education, Background and Years of Experience
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; for example, each year of relevant work experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Required Skills
Creates and maintains clear, accurate technical documents, plans, procedures, reports, and deliverable packages that support organizational activities. Coordinates contributions from subject-matter experts and applies document-control and quality standards before submission.
Working Conditions
Remote/Remote
$60,000 - $70,000 a year
Our Core Values
Employees at Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture is fundamental to who we are. Our culture continues to grow and evolve while remaining grounded in its core principles. Here, employees are valued as members of a family, and we believe that together we can accomplish remarkable things. Agile Defense has achieved significant success in recent years because of its employees and the culture we build together.
What makes us Agile? We call them the 6Hs—the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values bring vibrancy, integrity, and a strong work ethic to our efforts in advancing critical national security and civilian missions. They represent how we work every day and who we are.
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Happy – Be Infectious. Happiness spreads and helps create a positive, connected environment where motivation and satisfaction can have a meaningful impact on everything we do.
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Helpful – Be Supportive. Helpfulness is at the heart of teamwork, creating a supportive workplace where collaboration thrives and collective achievements are celebrated.
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Honest – Be Trustworthy. Honesty guides us by promoting transparent communication and ethical conduct, which are essential to our organization and the complex environments we support.
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Humble – Be Grounded. Success is never achieved alone. Humility promotes mutual respect, open communication, continuous learning, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed.
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Hungry – Be Eager. Our drive for excellence fuels a constant commitment to innovation and improvement, helping us move forward through new and unprecedented challenges.
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Hustle – Be Driven. Hustle reflects our strong work ethic and our commitment to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve successful outcomes.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Agile Defense may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support portions of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools support our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. Candidates seeking additional information about how their data is processed may contact the organization.
How to Apply
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