Technical Writer

Xenith Solutions is a small family focused business where we focus on taking care of our employees and customers equally.  We are focused on serving Federal / Civilian, Defense and Intelligence organizations with superior service.  If you want to be a part of a rapidly growing business with an exceptional culture, then you want to be a part of the Xenith Solutions family.

Xenith offers unmatched Benefits:

• 100% of Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits paid by employer
• FSA or HSA available
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) matching (100% up to the first 4%) with NO vesting period
• Tuition / Certification / Training reimbursement
• Accident / Disability / Universal Life Insurance
• And much more…

Job Description:
Xenith Solutions is seeking a Technical Writer with agile methodology experience to join our team in support of a federal contract.  As a member of the team, you will support our prime contractor’s Agile Solution Factory (ASF), which is a passionate team of industry-leading personnel supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development.  The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial. 

The ideal candidate should be an experienced, fast-learning, organized, and productive technical writer who can adapt to an environment running a mature Scrum-based Agile software development program. The Tech Writer will embed directly within a product-oriented software team and will be responsible for all documentation requirements are met concurrent to the development of software.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Technical project documentation, reports, brochures, manuals and training material documentation for a wide range of uses
• Iterative updates to product user manuals, including graphics, formatting, editing, and the deployment of all material to production
• Conform to all project standards to ensure high quality documentation
• Manage project team documentation repository to ensure effective file management
• Develop copy that adheres to best practice regarding document structure and logic flow. Excellent written and oral communications skills; must be able to interface effectively with SMEs and managers of all levels
• Provide regular input to ongoing team workload estimation efforts
• Ensure completion of all committed documentation tasks in parallel with software code development with frequent refactoring and tuning of artifacts
• Develop new and refine existing technical writing processes to enhance quality and productivity

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass background investigation, criteria include but are not limited to:
  • 3-year check for felony convictions
  • 1-year check for illegal drug use
  • 1-year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud
• Expert in Microsoft Word, including template design
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe FrameMaker or InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop
• Knowledge of document and repository management practices, including using SharePoint, Team Foundation Server, or similar tools
• Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills
• Ability to interface with various disciplines and personalities, as well as work independently
• Strong contextual understanding of technical terminology

• Experience with desktop publishing, automated work processing, and other digital information technology applications, particularly electronic publishing
• Experience relating to engineering and maintenance drawings and/or operational procedures to include the knowledge and ability to interpret, absorb, and synthesize large quantities of computer system and application-related information
• Understanding of all elements of the software development life cycle, including planning, development, requirements management, CM, quality assurance, and release management
• Experience editing technical documentation in an Agile Scrum environment
• Ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of innovative principles and ideas

Xenith Solutions LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business founded in 2019. We provide comprehensive, timely and relevant Solutions and Business Consulting support to our customers as a key partner. Our leadership brings over a century of combined experience in Defense and Civilian markets. Our employees possess experience in all aspects of solution development from requirements creation, development, test and evaluation, fielding, and sustainment. At the core of our offerings, we provide strategy and technology solutions, giving our customers valuable insights and thought leadership on the best application of information technology to drive business objectives.

Xenith focuses on solving complex business challenges facing our customers. Our “Success Through Achievement” work ethic means our customer receive quality solutions through our commitment. We pride ourselves on tackling some of the most difficult operational requirements our customers have – ensuring an appropriate match between the mission requirements, financials, schedule, and security.

EEO

Xenith Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

EEO IS THE LAW

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Xenith Solutions.

E-Verify

As a Federal Contractor, Xenith Solutions is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Affirmative Action Plan
As a federal government contractor and based on Executive Orders and applicable laws and regulations, Xenith Solutions develops and maintains annual written Affirmative Action Plans and endeavors to hire and advance qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.