Technical Writing Section Head - 1712
SARA Inc
Summary
The SARA, Inc. High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative Technical Writing Section Head to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO.
Job description
Core Responsibilities
- Lead a team in the strategic planning, design, and execution of various documentation and communication projects
- Offer expert judgment and innovative solutions to documentation and communication needs
- Integrate the Comms and Info Development Section with all other departments and disciplines, ensuring a standardized presentation of information across the company
- Facilitate the documentation of projects, ensuring they meet strategic objectives and performance criteria
- Develop, document, and refine internal processes and standards to enhance the quality of the organization's internal and external communications
- Solve documentation challenges using in-depth knowledge and creative problem-solving skills
- Concisely present findings and progress to senior management and key stakeholders, influencing decision-making
Key Competencies
- Ability to present complex data in clear, concise text
- Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently
- Ability to oversee a growing team of writers, editors, communication and documentation specialists
- Ability to recognize and resolve issues in documents and the documentation processes
- Advanced in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and Publisher
- Advanced in the use of Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Familiar with Solidworks and PDM
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field
- 5 – 9 years of related experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent use of grammar in regard to technical documentation
- An understanding of basic physics and engineering concepts
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experienced in VKS or other digital work instruction software
- Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Active DoD Top Secret or DoE Q clearance
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field
- 5 – 9 years of related experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent use of grammar in regard to technical documentation
- An understanding of basic physics and engineering concepts
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experienced in VKS or other digital work instruction software
- Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
- Advanced in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and Publisher
- Advanced in the use of Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Familiar with Solidworks and PDM
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Disability & Life Insurance
- PTO Program
- Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Discretionary Employee Bonuses
- 401(k) Match
- Profit Sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Company overview
Scientific Applications & Research Associates (SARA), Inc. is a specialized defense technology company founded in 1989 that develops innovative solutions for national security and defense applications. With over 35 years of experience, SARA specializes in directed and detected wave energy technologies spanning EMP (Electromagnetic Pulse), ELF (Extremely Low Frequency), laser light, HPM (High-Power Microwave), and acoustics. The company's core expertise includes RF/EMP engineering, threat warning systems, pulsed power technologies, and advanced sensing solutions. SARA serves defense and homeland security sectors with customized products such as RF sensors, hostile fire warning systems, measurement and analysis systems, pulsers, and RF shielding solutions. Their engineering team provides comprehensive testing services, rapid prototyping, and EM modeling capabilities, with the ability to deploy globally within US ITAR restrictions. As an employee-owned company with 201-500 employees, SARA maintains headquarters in Cypress, California, with additional operations in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The company prides itself on partnering closely with customers to develop practical, cost-effective solutions for force protection, renewable energy, UAVs, small robotics, and specialized testing challenges.