Top Technical Writer Jobs

Establish and govern a centralized knowledge management framework on JWICS SharePoint, author and maintain technical documentation and SOPs, design role-based training curricula and materials, manage document governance and version control, and facilitate knowledge-sharing across the Defense Intelligence Agency program.

Create foundational product documentation for a B2B SaaS platform, including API references, integration guides, end-to-end workflow journeys, FAQs, and self-service reference content. Collaborate with engineering to validate API specifications and product accuracy, maintain documentation as features evolve, and independently manage a documentation backlog while identifying ambiguity. Experience with cloud marketplaces, partner ecosystems, docs-as-code tools, or structured documentation platforms is advantageous.

Develops and maintains classified and unclassified cybersecurity, intelligence, RMF, and program-management documentation for a DoD customer. Translates complex technical concepts into materials for technical, executive, and stakeholder audiences; supports PMO governance, compliance, quality assurance, proposal development, and documentation standards. Collaborates with cybersecurity and engineering SMEs while managing secure information handling, version control, and dissemination procedures.

Creates, updates, validates, and reviews SATCOM technical documentation, including the Wideband Controller’s Guide. Tracks configuration management, develops training scenarios, maintains hardware and software configuration databases, and produces related documentation. The role supports US Space Force Space Operations Command and may require travel for instruction on new systems. It requires an active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and at least five years of technical writing and SATCOM experience.

Writes and maintains detailed technical documentation, including SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs, for data center electrical, mechanical, controls, and fire-life-safety operations. Collaborates with subject matter experts, manages documentation workflows and approvals, tracks procedures, maintains accuracy, supports inventory work, and provides backup for critical-environment operations coordinators.

Develops, revises, edits, formats, and quality-checks curriculum, training, technical, and government documents. Creates visual elements, applies templates and style guides, supports Section 508 accessibility, manages document control and revision histories, incorporates reviewer feedback, and tracks curriculum review packages, milestones, risks, and deliverables. Collaborates with project managers, instructional designers, subject matter experts, production teams, and government reviewers.

Develop, revise, standardize, and maintain policies, procedures, templates, and technical documentation. Review content for accuracy, clarity, compliance, and consistency; manage document storage, version control, approvals, and review deadlines. Collaborate with subject matter experts, compliance teams, leadership, and communications staff to translate complex information into accessible materials and improve documentation processes.

Drafts, edits, reviews, publishes, and sustains Satellite Control Network Technical Orders and engineering documentation. Creates redline packages, incorporates approved changes using Arbortext, supports certification activities, coordinates with engineers and customers, schedules meetings, and mentors technical writers. Requires technical writing experience, familiarity with Air Force Technical Orders, strong communication skills, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Develops and maintains aerospace technical publications, including aircraft maintenance, flight, installation, repair, and service documents. Interprets engineering drawings, 3-D models, specifications, and supplier data; collaborates with engineering and certification teams; ensures compliance with FAA, ODA, ATA, GAMA, and S1000D requirements; performs quality reviews; maintains writing standards, templates, and procedures; and trains technical content contributors.

Provides program analysis and technical writing support for the Marine Corps Facility-Related Control System program. Develops plans, guidance, schedules, reports, leadership briefs, white papers, and technical documentation; tracks execution, financial actions, infrastructure projects, and program metrics; maintains SharePoint records; and supports compliance reviews, governance, stakeholder coordination, and quality control.

Develops, revises, and maintains technical publications supporting mission, operational, engineering, research, and administrative activities. Creates manuals, reports, briefings, proposals, instructional materials, and equipment documentation. Collaborates with subject-matter experts to translate complex information into accurate, organized content, ensures consistent formatting and timely delivery, and may review other writers’ work.

Entry-level Technical Writer/Editor responsible for editing and maintaining documentation, training materials, learning videos, and knowledge-base content. The role collaborates with subject matter experts, manages documentation workflows, applies Chicago and APA style guidelines, supports LMS and SharePoint publishing, and uses multimedia, graphic, audio, and AI editing tools to create accurate and engaging content.

Develops, edits, and manages federal healthcare policy, workforce modernization, strategy, and executive communications documents for the VHA EHR modernization program. Translates complex health IT and organizational content into clear materials, manages version control and stakeholder reviews, ensures accessibility and federal writing compliance, and maintains document repositories and audit-ready records.

Develops, edits, and maintains technical, clinical, training, workflow, and program documentation supporting a federal electronic health record program. Gathers source material from subject matter experts, ensures accuracy and consistency, manages document libraries and version control, coordinates reviews and deliverables, and supports Agile planning, government reporting, briefings, and editorial quality assurance.

Develops and maintains SOPs, process maps, templates, guides, and other controlled operational documentation for a federal recognition program. Translates statutes, policies, and subject-matter expertise into clear guidance; manages repositories, metadata, version control, review cycles, and publication workflows; edits reports and audit materials; facilitates stakeholder content sessions; and performs quality, accessibility, and usability checks.

Researches, writes, edits, and manages technical reports, fact sheets, newsletters, manuals, and other communications products for FHWA. Translates complex engineering and research concepts for technical and general audiences, applies federal and Chicago style standards, ensures Section 508 accessibility, verifies accuracy, manages copyright permissions, and coordinates reviews through final publication.

Develops, edits, and maintains technical documentation, user guides, procedures, specifications, training materials, style guides, and executive communications. Translates complex technology concepts for technical and non-technical audiences while collaborating with engineering teams, stakeholders, and leadership. Supports information architecture, documentation repositories, application modernization, technical roadmaps, and enterprise technology initiatives in an onsite federal environment.

Leidos is hiring a Technical Writer, but the provided posting contains no specific responsibilities, qualifications, technologies, travel requirements, or clearance details. The role offers an anticipated annual pay range of $65,650 to $118,675. Additional compensation considerations may include responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, and applicable law.

Develop and update technical documentation for Toro machinery and products. The intern will learn technical information delivery systems, collaborate with technical writers, create instructional materials, edit text and graphics, and review documentation on machinery for clarity and accuracy. The role requires strong organization, communication, teamwork, and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Arbortext, graphics software, and basic industrial machine functions.

Develop and edit technical manuals, training materials, test plans, maintenance plans, job aids, and other DoD documentation. Interpret engineering and maintenance information, ensure compliance with government standards, maintain XML schemas and document templates, create diagrams and visuals, support desktop publishing, manage trackers, and participate in project reviews and validation events. The role requires technical writing experience in secured environments and collaboration with engineering and senior stakeholders.

Drafts, edits, maintains, and reviews technical and program documentation for Navy training and education systems. Collaborates with subject matter experts and multidisciplinary teams, applies military documentation standards, tracks references, develops diagrams, and ensures documents meet customer formatting, governance, configuration management, and quality requirements. The role also assists with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint troubleshooting and requires onsite support in Pensacola four days per week.

Create, update, edit, and format technical and administrative documentation, including manuals, reports, installation and maintenance guides, proposals, and training materials. Collaborate with engineers, technicians, logisticians, and customers to translate complex military systems information into clear content. Develop visual instructions, ensure compliance with MIL-STD requirements, and coordinate other writers’ work to support CAC2S system development, installation, operation, and mission readiness.

Creates, maintains, and manages technical reference materials, governance artifacts, technical baselines, operational guidelines, diagrams, and procedural documentation. Collaborates with engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts to ensure accuracy, compliance, standardization, traceability, and usability. Maintains configuration and version control, develops POA&Ms, audits documentation quality, and drives continuous improvement. The role is onsite in Reston or Chantilly, Virginia, supporting the Department of the Air Force DIFC2 program.

Develop, edit, and maintain technical manuals, CDRL deliverables, procedures, reports, and other documentation for government sustainment programs. Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, program management, field support, and government stakeholders to translate complex technical information into accurate, compliant materials. Manage document templates, style standards, revision history, configuration control, comment resolution, and final approvals while ensuring documentation meets contractual and usability requirements.

Create and maintain SOPs, user guides, knowledge base articles, and technical documentation for an enterprise AI platform and data-governance program. Produce recurring reports, organize source-of-truth materials, simplify complex information, and ensure documentation meets Section 508 and plain-language standards. The role requires strong writing, editing, reporting, and documentation skills while supporting a federal agency client.