Job Description
The Technical Writer’s day-to-day work focuses on reviewing engineering documentation and contract deliverables to ensure every submission meets DD Form 1423, DID, and Statement of Work requirements. They routinely analyze Data Item Descriptions to determine formatting rules and content expectations for new CDRLs. The role involves performing detailed quality assurance on technical reports, manuals, and software documentation to verify accuracy, clarity, and compliance. They provide redline edits on diagrams, charts, and tables to strengthen the technical message and improve readability. The writer maintains strict version control using configuration management tools and ensures all delivery records are complete and audit‑ready. They also create and refine document templates that align with internal branding, industry standards, and government style conventions. Daily collaboration with engineers and subject matter experts is essential, including coaching teams on persuasive and compliant writing. The writer prepares final documents for both digital and printed distribution while safeguarding classified or sensitive information in accordance with security protocols.
Estimated Pay Range: $35-52/hr
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Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelors Degree
- 5-10 years technical writing and editing experience
- Direct experience with CDRL/DID processes and DD Form 1423
- Government contracts and proposal formats experience
- Advanced MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign
- Strong visual documentation skills (Visio, flowcharting, screen-capture tools)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Master Control experience
Creative Cloud experience
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.