Technical Writer III (Remote)

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Hiring Remotely in Manassas, VA, USA
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Develops, edits, and maintains technical manuals, procedures, reports, guides, training materials, and operational documentation. Collaborates with engineers and subject matter experts to research and verify complex technical information, including specifications, schematics, and workflows. Creates supporting visuals, manages document revisions and version control, standardizes content, and improves clarity and usability. Requires strong technical writing, editing, research, organizational, and communication skills, plus an active security clearance.
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Technical Writer III

Location: Remote


Summary:


We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer III to develop, edit, and maintain technical and administrative documentation that supports operational processes, equipment, systems, and organizational procedures. This role requires the ability to gather information from technical subject matter experts and translate complex concepts into clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop, write, edit, and maintain technical manuals, reports, procedures, guides, proposals, and instructional materials.
  • Collaborate with engineers, technical professionals, and operational teams to gather and verify information.
  • Research technical specifications, drawings, diagrams, schematics, and related documentation to ensure accuracy.
  • Observe operational and production activities to document procedures, workflows, and best practices.
  • Review and revise existing documentation to improve clarity, consistency, and usability.
  • Organize content according to established standards for format, style, terminology, and quality.
  • Create or coordinate visual content such as charts, diagrams, illustrations, and screenshots to support documentation.
  • Maintain document revisions, version control, and publication records.
  • Edit and standardize materials prepared by other contributors.
  • Support the development of internal communications, training materials, and process documentation.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years technical writing experience
  • Active Security Clearance required
  • Experience developing technical, operational, or procedural documentation.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
  • Ability to understand and communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Experience working with technical drawings, specifications, schematics, or engineering documentation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management tools.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, government, or technical operations environments.
  • Familiarity with equipment operation, maintenance, or technical procedures.
  • Experience developing training materials, user guides, or standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

**Disclaimer: This position is contingent upon ELYON’s receipt of contract award, Government acceptance of the proposed candidate, completion of required onboarding, and continued contract funding.**


Benefits:
Paid sick leave, Medical/Dental (optional), 401 (k) Retirement Plan (optional), Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Optional Life Insurance.

ELYON International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of technical writing experience
  • Active security clearance
  • Experience developing technical, operational, or procedural documentation
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills
  • Ability to understand and communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences
  • Experience working with technical drawings, specifications, schematics, or engineering documentation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management tools
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, government, or technical operations environments
  • Familiarity with equipment operation, maintenance, or technical procedures
  • Experience developing training materials, user guides, or standard operating procedures
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
HQ: Vancouver, WA
77 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

ELYON International is a premier management consulting firm with a diverse list of both government and commercial customers. ELYON International provides comprehensive management consulting, information technology, geospatial and professional support services that enable our customers to meet their goals and exceed performance objectives. Ingrained in the ELYON culture is a commitment to excellence that resonates throughout our valued employees and clients. We are committed to nourishing longstanding and fulfilling careers for our employees that builds on a strong life-work balance, opportunity for advancement and continuous improvement through training opportunities. ELYON has emerged as a trusted name for Government and commercial sector customers. ELYON International’s President is the recipient of various leadership awards including the 2009 Oregon Minority Small Business Person of the Year award, presented by the SBA’s Portland, Oregon District. ELYON International specializes in the disciplines of Information Technology support, Enterprise Geographic Information Systems, Program and Project Management, and Professional Staffing. Using proven principals and methodologies that begin with a focus on customer satisfaction, the ELYON International Team provides solutions and services to assist government and commercial organizations in meeting and exceeding their business goals

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