636 Technical Writer jobs in Merrifield,VA

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Technical Writer/Editor

CACI International Inc

Chantilly, VA 20152

~ 20 min Onsite

Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
1-3 years of Tech Writing experience
Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, or Information Technology or equivalent years of experience
Extensive knowledge of English grammar with a familiarity with a standard style guide
Extensive knowledge of MS Word, and PowerPoint and the desire to learn SharePoint
Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner with all members of management regarding work in progress and any potential problems
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage several projects simultaneously
Ability to foresee problems and make decisions to avoid conflicts in work requests
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a minimum of five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the performance of duties as described
Be able to understand, define and present potential procedure conflicts to output or inputs from other procedures

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Gromelski & Associates

Manassas, VA 20110

~ 26 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Bachelor's degree in related discipline and 2 years' experience or equivalent experience
Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain a Secret level security clearance
Ability to write technical content for procedure manuals, service manuals, and related technical publications that describe the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and other equipment
Ability to write using clear and concise language that adheres to customer-established standards and conventions
Knowledge of the English language, grammar, usage and composition
Ability to acquire and verify subject matter content by interviewing workers engaged in developing products and services, observing production methods, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, notes, manuals, and similar publications
Ability to define required graphics, photographs, tables, figures, and engineering drawings and/or create graphic materials using basic photography and graphic applications such as PowerPoint and Photoshop

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Martek Global Services

Washington, DC 20024

~ 18 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

CGI

Fairfax, VA 22030

Hybrid~ 10 minUrgently HiringEducation 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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Senior Technical Writer

Noblis

Washington, DC 20011

$123,300/yr

RemoteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

U.S. citizen or green card permanent resident (3+ years U.S. residency)
Experience with FAA and the environment.
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field, and 5+ years of experience performing the above technical writing and editing functions; or
High school diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience in technical writing or editing.
Minimum of 2 years of experience producing or editing FAA aviation regulatory documentation or related technical publications in aviation or aerospace.
Proven ability to interpret and synthesize complex technical data and operational procedures into clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
Demonstrated experience developing content for FAA, DoD, or other federal aviation programs.
Strong command of grammar, style, and technical writing conventions; familiarity with FAA and government style guides.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and other documentation or content management tools.

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Strategic Communications Technical Writer

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON

Alexandria, VA 22304

RemoteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Top Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree

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Proposal Technical Writer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Herndon, VA 20171

Hybrid~ 20 minFlexible ScheduleEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, Aerospace, Aviation or a related field.
4+ years of experience in technical writing or a related field within the aerospace and defense industry.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Ability to utilize proposal management software and AI tools.
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple proposals of all sizes from proposal planning to delivery.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to motivate/work with others.
Ability to work within time constraints, have a flexible schedule, be ready to meet changing deadlines and priorities to capture proposal needs.
Advanced proficiency with documentation tools and software such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe FrameMaker and Extensible Markup Language/Standard Generalized Markup Language (XML/SGML).
Advanced knowledge of technical writing principles, practices, and standards.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
Must be able to work in an office or hybrid environment.
Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

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Technical Writer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Manassas, VA 20110

$99,274/yr

Hybrid~ 26 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

ManTech International

Washington, DC 20011

~ 18 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

Peraton

Washington, DC 20585

~ 18 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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