Senior Technical Writer

• Provide technical writing and editorial support, including content creation, formatting, proofing, and editing for all OAPL documentation.
• Collaborate with project coordinators and technical teams to document OAPL All Hands, Strategic Offsites, SMR/PMRs, deep-dives, briefings, and senior leadership updates.
• Develop, format, and maintain SELC documentation, including Project Charters, Tailoring Plans, and Project Plans.
• Support procurement phases by formatting and drafting market research reports and requirements verification artifacts.
• Elicit and structure information from users and stakeholders to create clear technical documentation and user guides.
• Translate complex operational workflows and functional requirements into precise, easy-to-understand documentation and templates.

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience 

• Proven experience in technical writing, editorial oversight, content creation, and document formatting within a technical or IT environment.
• Demonstrated ability to proof, edit, and synthesize complex operational workflows or functional requirements into user-friendly documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple writing initiatives simultaneously. 

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance  

Preferred Skills and Experience  

• Experience supporting the U.S. Coast Guard, DoD, or other federal contracting environments. 
• Familiarity with USCG SELC lifecycles, documentation frameworks, or continuous improvement methodologies. 
• Experience utilizing advanced document design tools, content repositories, or collaborative platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence). 
• Experience collaborating with senior technical leadership, project coordinators, and cross-functional program teams