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Amentum · 13 hours ago

Buyer's Technical Writer IRES - SSFB

US-CO-Colorado Springs

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$33.65/hr - $38.46/hr

6+ years exp

Amentum is seeking a Buyer’s Technical Writer for its Missile Defense Division. The role involves writing and editing technical documentation, translating complex information into clear contractual language, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support procurement and project management functions.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Write, develop, and edit a range of documentation including:

Statements of Work

Performance Work Statements

Training materials and tutorials

Acquisition notes and internal process documents (SOPs)

Translate complex, technical information into clear, concise, legally sound, and enforceable contractual language

Review material for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and consistency with established style guides and templates

Research and gather technical information by performing tactical and strategic market research, interviewing subject matter experts (SMEs), and collaborating with requirements owners, project managers, and acquisition leaders

Participate in discussions regarding pre-award acquisition planning discussion as well as contract modifications

Determine the stakeholder needs and appropriately develop well-written technical requirement documentation

Make revisions to technical documentation as necessary to capture changed requirements

Assist the procurement and project teams in the technical evaluation of supplier proposals, ensuring they align with the requirements outlined in the SOW

Interface with stakeholders and requestors

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with owner needs, compliance with FAR/DFARS, and market capabilities

Qualification

Statement of Work (SOW)Technical WritingResearch SkillsContract NegotiationCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsFast-paced Environment

Required

Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience

Must have 3, or more, years of directly related experience working in integrated project team format to develop requirements and technical documentation specifically focused on writing and developing Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), or similar technical requirement documents

Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Be able to translate complex jargon into simple, plain language

Be able to quickly grasp and understand complex technical concepts and new technologies

Have meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and technical correctness of documentation

Have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams and build consensus among stakeholders with differing priorities

Be able to work in fast-paced environments

Have successful experience with a variety of personalities and backgrounds in the workplace