Technical Writer

Technical Writer

About Us: PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis. We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room.  Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper.  We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter.

Job Title: Technical Writer
Location: Navy Yard, DC

Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance

Position Overview:

PMAT is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to join our team supporting the Naval Operational Architecture under the Overmatch ESS contract. The ideal candidate will have expertise in technical writing and communications within the Navy and/or Department of Defense (DoD). This individual will be responsible for developing, editing, and delivering a wide range of technical documentation, reports, and communications.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Documentation Development: Research complex technical subject matter, organize information from multiple sources, and produce high-quality, comprehensible technical documents tailored to diverse audiences.
• Document Refinement: Draft, expand, refine, and edit architecture documents, technical concepts, and solutions into comprehensive, compliant, and compelling formats.
• Proposal and White Paper Creation: Produce compelling white papers, technical briefs, and other documentation to support customer engagements and contract objectives.
• Content Development Coordination: Collaborate with customers, technical teams, and management to ensure accurate and effective content development.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all documents adhere to applicable government style guides and established standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field is preferred but not required with equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in technical writing, preferably in Navy or DoD environments.
• Proven ability to create comprehensive and clear technical documentation tailored to diverse audiences.
• Experience developing reports, white papers, and architecture documentation.
• Familiarity with government regulations and compliance standards.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate effectively, serving as a key spokesperson for technical documentation in support of initiatives.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy and clarity in all written materials.
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Familiarity with Military Standards: Knowledge of Navy or DoD-specific documentation standards and style guides is preferred.
• Active Secret Clearance (mandatory).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting classified DoD contracts or projects.
• Familiarity with the Naval Operational Architecture (NOA) and associated technical systems.
• Knowledge of the Overmatch ESS contract objectives and deliverables.

Work Environment:

Customer site or PMAT offices as needed.  Remote work is also acceptable depending on location and access to a PMAT office.  In some cases, work in a government facility may be required.  Travel will be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development.

PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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