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*Technical Writer III*

La Plata, MD, USFull-time2026-06-06 → 2026-11-09

Core

Translates technical information into concise, mission-specific language and format for government projects, focusing on work methods, procedures, and equipment operation/maintenance.

Role type

Senior IC technical writer (defense/government)

Builds

Operations and maintenance manuals, training materials, systems specifications, test plans, test reports, risk hazard assessments, safety procedures, and technical publications.

Domain

Defense and Government contracting

Required skills

Technical writing and editing, document configuration management, version control systems (SharePoint, Git, Subversion), document formatting and layout, information synthesis, research, technical editing

Preferred skills

Document management certification, experience in Test & Evaluation (T&E) environments, familiarity with military/government document management systems, training and mentoring skills

Technologies

SharePoint, Git, Subversion

Responsibilities

Gathers and translates technical information into mission-specific language; Researches and analyzes documents for adherence to style, regulations, and classification markings; Integrates charts, sketches, drawings, and photographs to delineate technology and operating procedures; Drafts test plans, test reports, and supplemental information; Develops technical documentation from rough drawings or incomplete documentation; Edits material prepared by other writers or plant personnel; Observes production and experimental activities to determine operating procedures; Interviews production and engineering personnel.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC