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Technical Writer

ManTech International

Washington, DC 20011

~ 30 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communication, Journalism, or a related technical field
3 or more years of experience as a technical writer in a software development or IT environment
Proven ability to write and edit content for API documentation, RMF/ATO documents, and operational guides
Experience working with engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather complex technical information
Proficiency in documentation tools and content management systems
For onsite work, a TS/SCI clearance with Poly will be required

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Technical Writer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Manassas, VA 20110

$99,274/yr

Hybrid~ 32 minFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or field, or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time from hire
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
U.S. citizenship is required
Experience using S1000D and publishing IETMs using the SIDD viewer
Ability to prepare documentation for delivery in a variety of formats (e.g. .doc, .PDF, HTML and XML/SGML-tagged online and IETM)
Familiarity with military documentation using current DoD specifications and standards including, but not limited to, MIL-STD-3001, MIL-STD-38784, MIL-STD-24784, and MIL-STD 40051-2C
Experience with HTML, XHTML, and XML
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
Ability to research unfamiliar technology well enough to describe and summarize for an end-user; must be comfortable asking questions and collaborating with SMEs
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail
A Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or field, or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
Solid knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Strong written communication skills and the ability to tailor communication to target audience through effective listening and interviewing skills
Solid understanding of DoD MIL standards and style guides and the ability to adhere to and implement such standards to technical documentation
Applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

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Technical Writer

CACI International Inc

Sterling, VA 20164

~ 13 min Onsite

TS/SCI w/Poly
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of related work experience
Strong writing, researching, and creating content
Ability to understand and explain complex technical
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and documentation tools (e.g., MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker)
Familiarity with markup languages (e.g., HTML, XML)
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Technical Writer

CGI

Fairfax, VA 22030

Hybrid~ 22 minEducation AssistancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in the technology or software industry.
Proven experience in creating end-user instruction manuals and user guides.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality documentation.
Proficiency in using documentation tools such as Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and content management systems.
Familiarity with graphic design tools such as Adobe Illustrator or Snagit.
Ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts to non-technical users.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing requirements.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously

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Technical Writer

Peraton

Washington, DC 20585

~ 30 min Onsite

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
5+ years of experience in technical writing, documentation management, or communications support within a government or highly regulated environment (3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD), 9 years with a HS Diploma
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and professional technical and executive-level documentation.
Experience developing SOPs, operational procedures, reports, white papers, and customer-facing deliverables.
Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, editing, version control, and publication processes.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple high-priority deliverables with tight deadlines.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Active TS/SCI or Q/SCI clearance.

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Technical Writer (AI Expertise)

Martek Global Services

Washington, DC 20024

~ 30 min Onsite

Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Information Science, or related field
Must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Site Address : 1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
Advanced degree (Master's) preferred, especially with coursework in AI, data science, or information management
Develop, maintain, and standardize relocation documentation, including move plans, SOPs, checklists, and user guides
Translate complex technical, safety, IT, and facilities requirements into clear, actionable documentation for diverse stakeholders
Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, document automation platforms) to accelerate drafting, version control, and content consistency
Support knowledge management by organizing documentation repositories and implementing search/tagging structures
Collaborate with facilities, IT, safety, and asset management teams to capture requirements and updates in real time
Produce executive-level briefings, status reports, and transition documentation
Ensure all documentation complies with federal standards, DOE policies, and records management requirements

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Technical Writer - New College Graduate

M.C. Dean

Mc Lean, VA 22102

$97,920/yr

~ 16 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree
Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
0+ years' relevant experience
It is essential that the candidate is a US citizen and is able to obtain and maintain a US federal government Secret clearance

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