Storage Strategies Inc (SSI) is seeking a Proposal Technical Writer to join their team. This is a full-time, remote position focused on crafting content for technical proposals and responses to federal contract opportunities, primarily for Navy engineering work.
What You'll Do
- Craft compelling content for technical proposals and responses to federal contract opportunities with a focus on Navy engineering work.
- Comply with timelines and deadlines set by management and manage time proactively, adhering to the Shipley model for proposal development.
- Conduct research, draft preliminary guidance materials and documentation.
- Participate in color team reviews, working autonomously to gather and refine content.
- Contribute to proposal overall solutioning and strategy development sessions, asking clarifying questions to proactively guide content development.
- Manage writing and content for multiple efforts or streams of technical data simultaneously.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- Knowledge of defense procurement and the proposal process following the Shipley model.
- Expertise in proposal technical writing and editing, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.
- Proven ability to create and maintain a variety of technical documentation.
- Demonstrated experience in creating visually appealing and well-organized documents, including integrating diagrams, charts, and illustrations.
- Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with engineers, developers, and subject matter experts to gather technical specifications and ensure document accuracy.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to ensure all documentation aligns with Government and DoD standards for clarity, consistency, and compliance.
- Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation for Government or DoD projects, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements and security protocols.
- Knowledge of business development lifecycle practices, such as Shipley methodologies.
- Experience with the federal government sector and proposal processes, with prior knowledge of Navy engineering subjects like ships, submarines, IT & governance, and aviation.
- Ability to gather feedback from end-users and stakeholders to improve technical documentation.
- Self-motivated, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Experience with knowledge management practices, including the upkeep and organization of documentation for future use.
- Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), Adobe Pro, and other industry-standard technical writing tools.
Nice to Have
- Background in a technical field.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
- Adobe Pro
- Other industry-standard technical writing tools
Benefits & Compensation
- Employee Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance Plans, with 60% paid premium for dependents.
- Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability benefits at no cost.
- 24 paid days off in the first year.
- Military Leave benefits.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- Education assistance.
- Personal Technology Refresh.
- Employee Referral bonuses.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position.
SSI is committed to non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.
