Technical Writer

Leidos•Laurel, MD

21h•$65,650 - $118,675

About The Position

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Technical Writer in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). You will join a highly performing team to support a nationally significant and fast-paced program. Leidos is the prime contractor providing system engineering, development, test, integration, and operational support. The multi-year program focuses on injecting new technology and adding advanced capabilities while continuing to support an on-going mission and operational system. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security! Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and highly organized Technical Writer to serve as a Program Documentation & Operations Coordinator supporting both technical documentation and day-to-day program execution activities. The selected candidate will lead the preparation and management of technical documentation while helping coordinate documentation workflows, operational processes, and internal communications across the program teams. This role bridges technical and operational functions by ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and aligned with mission priorities, enabling efficient collaboration and program continuity within a dynamic operational environment.

Requirements

Six (6) years’ proven experience as a Technical Writer in programs and contracts of similar scope.
Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline from accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional qualified experience as a Technical Writer may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Strong understanding of software and systems engineering concepts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor content for technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency with technical writing and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, document management systems).
Demonstrated organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple documentation and administrative tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, program leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation supporting each program needs, systems engineering, operational procedures, and user documentation.
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise documentation tailored to technical, operational, and leadership audiences.
Manage document lifecycle activities including version control, configuration alignment, formatting standards, and publication coordination.
Serve as a central coordination point for program documentation, ensuring consistency across engineering teams, deliverables, and repositories.
Support program operations through meeting coordination, agenda development, action item tracking, and maintaining program schedules and documentation trackers.
Assist leadership with preparation of briefings, status reports, executive summaries, and internal communications products.
Maintain and organize shared repositories, templates, onboarding materials, and office processes to improve operational efficiency and knowledge continuity.
Coordinate with technical staff, program management, and stakeholders to ensure documentation supports evolving mission and operational requirements.