Job Description

Tensley Consulting is seeking a Technical Writer Level 2 to support documentation efforts across systems engineering, software development, and operational environments. This role is responsible for preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documentation including user guides, implementation materials, and system documentation. The Technical Writer will work closely with engineers, developers, and program stakeholders to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and usable content for a variety of audiences.

The Technical Writer will support documentation across the full lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, and sustainment activities. This role also includes maintaining an internal documentation library, coordinating document layout and formatting, and producing reports, briefings, and training materials. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and can effectively organize and communicate highly technical information.

Education / Experience

Six (6) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity is required.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) additional years of Technical Writer experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Salary: $100,000-$120,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position, but is not guaranteed. Salary is based on experience, location and contractual requirements which could fall outside of the range listed.

, Required Skills

Experience preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documentation across software, systems engineering, and operational environments

Experience developing user guides, training materials, implementation guides, and technical publications

Experience working with engineers and developers to gather technical information and translate it into written documentation

Experience maintaining documentation libraries and organizing technical content from multiple sources

Experience producing reports, responses, and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences

Experience coordinating document layout, formatting, and overall design

Experience interpreting engineering documentation, diagrams, and data flows to produce written materials

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools including Word, PowerPoint, and Visio

Experience supporting documentation across all phases of the system lifecycle

, Desired Skills

Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs

Experience supporting cybersecurity, systems engineering, or mission-focused programs

Familiarity with Agile environments and tools such as JIRA or Confluence

Experience producing documentation for acquisition, policy, or operational processes

Experience working with highly technical subject matter and simplifying content for broad audiences

, About Tensley Consulting, Inc.

About TensleyTensley Consulting is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused on mission engineering in support of the United States Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. Our team consists of System Engineers, Software Engineers, Test Engineers, and Signals Analysts performing work throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).

Equal Opportunity, Diversity InclusionWe aim to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We embrace inclusion and ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other personal characteristic.

Benefits Include

100% paid medical coverage with HSA and company contribution

100% paid vision, dental, short-term, and long-term premium

12% 401(k) contribution (not a match)

Education and training budget

6 weeks and 3 days of PTO

And much more!

Come grow with us!